01. What the School is Known For
From the School
At Salve Regina University, students experience a transformative, values-based education rooted in the liberal arts tradition. Our oceanside campus in Newport, Rhode Island offers abundant opportunities to achieve academic excellence and nurture your distinct talents. Salve offers nearly 50 areas of study that provide our 2,100 undergraduate and 600 graduate students countless opportunities to cultivate a spirit of discovery. We connect the academic experience with real-world, professional opportunities for each student in our distinctive Salve Compass program, preparing graduates to be agents of change in their career and the world.
Prominent Alumni
Janet L. Robinson
President and General Manager of the New York Times
Carol A. Mutter
Lt. General (ret.), U.S. Marine Corps
Barbara McGann
Admiral (ret.), U.S. Navy
Barry Black
Rear Admiral Barry C. Black (Ret.); elected the 62nd Chaplain of the U.S. Senate
Anthony Zinni
U.S. Marine Corps general and former Commander in Chief of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)
Noe Mercado
Researcher/Virologist
Samantha Scaffidi
Actress
Most Popular Places On Campus
Rodgers Recreation Athletic Center
O'Hare Academic & Antone Academic Cntrs
Our Lady of Mercy Chapel and Spiritual Center
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Newport's Historic Mansions
International Tennis Hall of Fame
Downtown Newport (large variety of shops and restaurants)
From The School
Salve Regina's student body is a diverse group of students, often involved in multiple organizations on campus and in the Newport community. Students at Salve Regina hail from over 40 states and 20 countries, coming from around the globe to study. With 2,100 undergraduate students and a three year on-campus residency requirement, Salve students form bonds with a community that lasts for a lifetime.
Highly engaged, almost 500 students on Salve Regina's campus are intercollegiate athletes, over 30 percent of students study abroad, and students completed over 10,000 hours of service to the local community.
With a wide variety of campus activities, student run organizations, and NCAA DIII athletic teams who compete in the NEWMAC conference, student leadership and involvement is a main component of the Salve Regina experience. Students have access to almost 70 student run organizations, ranging from social groups such as a Surfing Club to professional organizations like our award-winning Options Trading Club, American Marketing Association, and Enactus Club.
What students say:
Salve Regina undergrads see themselves as “friendly and always willing to help.†The campus is a “close-knit community†of “kind and good-natured people who are hardworking and encouraging.†While some students note that “a few groups…[to] be very cliquey,†the overall environment is one where their peers “exhibit acts of respect every day.†While the school is based on a foundation of Catholicism and the Sisters of Mercy, students affirm that “it’s not expected [that] you be Catholic or believe in God.†Students relish the intimacy of their smaller campus, deeming the size fundamental to their ability to “connect with my professors and get to know them, making it easier for me to approach them if/when I need help,†and asserting that “I feel like I found more people just by socializing in class.†The smaller population can have drawbacks; as one student noted, “Social life can be limited at times, but if you try to get involved, it works out.†Most students note that they “prioritize studying first,†leading to classrooms where “discussions are lively because the students genuinely care†and where “students are treated with respect.â€
Gender
72% female28% male
Out of State
86% are out
of state14% are
in-state
Students
98% are
full time2% are
part time
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,128
Foreign Countries Represented
15
Student Body Demographics
American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.19%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
0.05%
03. Admissions & Acceptance RateScroll to Top 
Admissions
From the School:
A supportive community is something that Salve Regina prides itself on — and that starts from day one. Salve Regina utilizes a holistic application review that values the fit of an individual student. All students are provided equal consideration for admission and merit-based scholarships once they complete their application.
Application Deadlines:
Early Decision: November 1
Early Action I: November 1
Early Action II: January 5
Regular Decision: February 1
Transfer: Rolling
Spring (January) Admission: December 1
*Students applying to the nursing program are required to do so by the November 1 deadline.
Application Requirements:
Common Application and fee ($50).
Official high school transcript, including grades from the senior year.
Two letters of recommendation (one from a school counselor and one from the teacher of your choice).
Personal essay.
SAT and/or ACT optional for all students.
Additionally, for select applicants:
Portfolio (required for students pursuing a major in studio art, submitted through the student status page).
Audition (required for students pursuing a major in dance). For more information, visit salve.edu/dance-auditions.
Home-schooled applicants must submit a copy of all course descriptions and a portfolio of work.
Students whose first language is not English must submit results from the TOEFL, IELTS or other recognized test of English proficiency.
Transfer students must submit official transcripts of all college and university coursework and the official college report. More information can be found at .
Applicants
6,587
Acceptance Rate
66%
Average HS GPA
3.62
Deadlines
Early Decision
November 1
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SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
610 - 690
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
560 - 640
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1198 - 1323
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
26 - 30
What would you score on the digital SAT today?
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
From the School
Salve Regina's academic programs are rooted in the liberal arts and professional studies and defined by the freedom to explore and expand potential in all people. The maximum class size at Salve Regina is 35 students, and on average there are 19 students in a classroom, meaning that students are offered personal instruction and mentorship by their professors in every course they take. Salve Regina offers a variety of popular academic programs that range from research driven degrees in chemistry and biology, pre-professional programs like education and nursing, unique offerings like cultural and historic preservation, a robust set of programs in the arts and humanities, and more.
As part of their education at Salve Regina, students will participate in the Salve Compass, designed to connect college to career. In the first year, students are advised and mentored as they receive an introduction to the Newport community through service and a mid-year retreat. In the second year, students participate in an exploration through workshops and experiential, hands-on learning opportunities that expose them to careers through community partnerships, research, and internships. These opportunities take students outside of the classroom where they develop business plans, work in schools with children, research issues involving the local watershed, work with patients at various care facilities, or provide needed change in the community through service learning. In the Junior year, students immerse themselves in opportunities off-campus, either by participating in one of over 200 study abroad options or by developing their professional skills in Newport. The Compass wraps with the Senior culminates project, which showcases the expertise gained over the past four years. The event welcomes business, community and government leaders who know the value of a Salve education and seek to work with these graduates.
Across all programs within 6 months of graduation, 98 percent of Salve Regina alumni are working full time or in graduate school according to the first destination survey of the class of 2019.
What students say
Rooted in the values of the Catholic Sisters of Mercy who founded it, students at Salve Regina University are “drawn here…because they want to make a positive impact in the world.†An ethos of service and community involvement shapes the Salve experience, with classes that often “involve volunteering or working on projects in the community, which makes learning feel more meaningful.†Every undergraduate participates in the Salve Compass program, which integrates mentorship, advising, and real-world experiences into the curriculum through opportunities like “field placement…for education majors [which] gives us valuable hands-on experience,†lab research that “gives you many opportunities to interact with local non-profits and organizations,†and “in-person clinical rotations for nursing majors.†Undergrads cite the “supportive resources [and] strong academic programs†as well as the “tight-knit community†as the greatest assets of attending Salve. While some students aren’t fans of the “lecture-heavy†teaching structure, they appreciate the “small class sizes [in which] professors learn your name and you develop a relationship with them,†which “really makes a difference in learning.†Students describe their “really down-to-earth professors who…encourage curiosity and character†as “top-tier†and “absolutely fabulous…[and] so passionate about what they do [that] it makes me excited to attend class and learn.†In short, “The community and the professors are amazing, and it feels like a family.â€
Student : Faculty
12.6 : 1
Total Faculty
299
Terminal Degree
145
Class/Lab sizes
Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19
Rating
Graduation Rates
University Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Majors and Degrees Offered
- Accounting
- Art (studio art)
- Art history
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Business administration
- Business administration (BS, MBA) 5-Year
- Business studies and economics
- Chemistry
- Creative writing and publishing (BA, MFA) Accelerated Program
- Criminal justice and criminology
- Criminal justice and cybersecurity (BA, MS) 5-Year
- Cultural and historic preservation
- Dance
- Early childhood education
- Early childhood and special education
- Economics
- Elementary education
- Elementary and special education
- Engineering (3+2 dual bachelor's degree)
- English, communications and media
- Literature
- Environmental studies
- Finance
- French and Francophone Studies
- Global business and economics
- Global studies
- Healthcare administration
- Healthcare administration (BS, MS) 5-Year
- History
- History (BA) and international relations (MA) 5-Year
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Medical technology
- Music
- Music education
- Nursing
- Pharmacy (3+3 Pharm.D. program)
- Philosophy
- Political science
- Political science (BA) and international relations (MA) 5-Year
- Pre-health
- Pre-law
- Pre-med
- Psychology
- Psychology (BA) and behavior analysis (MS) Accelerated
- Psychology (BA) and holistic counseling (MA) Accelerated
- Religious and theological studies
- Secondary education (in combination with biology, chemistry, English literature, history or mathematics)
- Social work
- Social work (BA) and holistic counseling (MA) Accelerated
- Sociology and anthropology
- Hispanic Studies
- Studio art (ceramics, graphic design, illustration, interactive media arts, painting, photography)
- Theatre Arts
- World languages education (French or Spanish)
Location
Salve Regina's 80-acre campus is one of the most unique in the country, described by "Architectural Digest" as one of The 50 Most Beautiful Colleges in America and by "The Princeton Review" as 17th overall for Most Beautiful Campus. Set on seven contiguous estates, campus features more than 20 historic structures that have been adapted to meet University needs while also preserving their status as treasures of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
The oceanside setting, however, offers more than a glimpse of the past. Surrounded by rare trees, tide pools and museums, Salve's campus provides access to exceptional learning opportunities for students in many disciplines. Viewed as a "living laboratory," the campus is an extraordinary environment that enriches the city of Newport and contributes to the artistic, cultural, economic, educational and historical vitality of the state of Rhode Island.
In addition to the stunning character, the campus is highly functional. Resident students have access to academic, athletic, and dining facilities within a short walk from their residence halls. There are open spaces for students to enjoy spread throughout campus, including rose gardens, ocean views, patios, and wooded areas. The warmhearted community and the distinctive character of Salve's location inspires connection in the lives of students.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Salve Regina's campus facilities are uniquely adapted from the historic environment surrounding them to stay state-of-the-art.
The Residence Halls at Salve Regina are anything but ordinary. From traditional residence halls to architecturally significant buildings, students can choose from a variety of unique housing opportunities, including cottages, historical homes and on-campus apartments. Ocean views, fireplaces and grand staircases are common features of the University's residential landscape.
The O'Hare Academic Building, and oceanside academic center, house cutting edge research labs for biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and environmental studies that allow students to publish research conducted on campus alongside their professors. In addition, nursing simulation labs and a Center for Business Outreach which hosts business lecturers exist to give students life-like opportunities inside the classroom.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Newport, Rhode Island is a blend of a historic colonial city with a modern resort setting and small college town feel. The off-campus opportunities in Newport are a large part of the student experience at Salve Regina. Downtown areas offer plenty to explore within walking distance to campus and all students receive free Rhode Island public transit with their Salve ID for ease of travel. Students take full advantage of the many beaches, environmental preserves, the ocean for surfing and sailing plus the famed Cliff Walk that borders campus. Whether investigating the oldest synagogue in the nation, the oldest community library, one of the longest running taverns, the most opulent mansions of the Gilded Age, or a ballpark where Satchel Paige and Yogi Berra once swung their bats, the concentration of preserved architecture and historic structures is unparalleled in this unique city by the sea.
What students say:
“Newport, RI, is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the country!â€â€”a sentiment echoed by the vast majority of students at Salve, who “love spending time at the beach, outside and in nature†and “going downtown or taking a walk on the cliff walk.†In town, undergrads enjoy “visiting the historical places,†“trying new places to eat,†and just “experiencing the city of Newport [and] the nature of our island.†Life at this “welcoming college†includes abundant “community service opportunities†and “Mercy-based initiatives,†along with “great and extremely diverse†clubs representing an array of interests, including intramural sports, activities such as yoga and dance, the “Outdoor Adventure Club,†and academic groups like the Student Nursing Organization (SNO) and the Campus Activities Board (CAB), which sponsors social events throughout the year. Additionally, Salve has a competitive Division III varsity sports program, and “going to our school’s sports games†is a very popular pastime. While several students noted that the number of “events sponsored by the university [has] decreased in the past year,†the prevailing sentiment is that “there is a wide range of interests and passions on campus, and a club or activity that caters to almost all of them.â€
Undergraduates living on campus
59%
First-Year students living on campus
98%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
Campus Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Laura Kcirca, M.A.
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
74
Number of Honor Societies
19
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
1
Athletic Division III
Participate in intramural sports
28%
Participate in intercollegiate sports
23%
Men's Sports (Seahawks)
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Women's Sports (Seahawks)
Basketball
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Military
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Rhode Island
Sustainability
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bicycle or Scooter Sharing
Car Sharing Or Carpooling
Program Designed To Incentivize The Use Of Public Transportation
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description HP and Apple
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
Incoming transfer students
Entering graduate students
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
Campus Visits Contact
Office of Admissions 100 Ochre Point Avenue Newport, RI 028404192
admissions@salve.edu
401-341-2240
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Varies - see website
Varies - see website
4013412240
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
On Campus Interview
Information Sessions:
Available
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
T.F. Green Airport (30 minutes from campus)
Newport Gateway Cntr (5 minutes from campus)
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority Trolleys - students receive a city/statewide bus pass
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
For accommodations please visit Newport County Convention and Visitors
Bureau's Website at http://www.discovernewport.org/and click on 'Where To Stay'
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05 - On Campus Interviews
04 EDUCATION.
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
- Elementary Education and Teaching.
- Music Teacher Education.
- Secondary Education and Teaching.
- Special Education and Teaching, General.
18 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
- Economics, General.
- Economics, Other.
- International Economics.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Sociology.
19 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
- Ceramic Arts and Ceramics.
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
- Fine/Studio Arts, General.
- Graphic Design.
- Music, General.
- Painting.
- Photography.
From the School
2023-2024 Cost of Attendance (before grants and scholarships)
Tuition and fees: $47,930
On-campus room and board: $17,500
Direct-billed charges: $65,430
Books and supplies: $1,600
Personal expenses: $2,300
Transportation: $1,500
Total Cost of Attendance: $70,916
*Tuition and fees and on-campus room and board are billed directly from the University. On-campus room and board is an estimate based on traditional first-year residence halls and meal plans. All items not directly billed are estimates.
International students
(non-U.S. citizens) pay the same tuition as U.S. students, however, they are not eligible for need-based financial aid through the FAFSA form. Financial aid for international students is limited to merit-based scholarships based on the individual's academic record.
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (Private)
$53,600
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$2,000
On-Campus Room and Board
$20,300
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Approximate Expenses per Year
$76,900
Dates
Application DeadlinesMay 15
From the School
At Salve Regina, 99 percent of students receive scholarships and/or financial aid and we offer more than $17 million of institutional scholarship and grant aid to entering students each year. The financial investment in a Salve Regina education offers a high return on investment for students. The generous financial aid process makes an education accessible by offering need-based financial aid awards and merit-based admission scholarships, as well as more personal services like financial planning services, flexible payment plans, private loan options and debt management counseling. All students are assigned their own financial aid counselor for their time at Salve Regina.
All students applying for admission at Salve Regina are eligible for merit-based scholarships.
To be eligible for need-based financial aid, students applying to Salve Regina complete the FAFSA by a March 1 priority deadline.
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$34,256
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$31,339
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,224
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
80%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$50,982
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$34,332
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Scholarships and Grants Available
01 - College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
04 - Private Scholarships
05 - State Scholarships/Grants
No-Need-Based
01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Loans Available
02 - Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
03 - Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
04 - Federal Nursing Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
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01. Overview
From the School
At Salve Regina University, students experience a transformative, values-based education rooted in the liberal arts tradition. Our oceanside campus in Newport, Rhode Island offers abundant opportunities to achieve academic excellence and nurture your distinct talents. Salve offers nearly 50 areas of study that provide our 2,100 undergraduate and 600 graduate students countless opportunities to cultivate a spirit of discovery. We connect the academic experience with real-world, professional opportunities for each student in our distinctive Salve Compass program, preparing graduates to be agents of change in their career and the world.
02. Rankings
Rankings and Lists
03. Admissions & Acceptance RateScroll to Top
Admissions
From the School:
A supportive community is something that Salve Regina prides itself on — and that starts from day one. Salve Regina utilizes a holistic application review that values the fit of an individual student. All students are provided equal consideration for admission and merit-based scholarships once they complete their application.
Application Deadlines:
Early Decision: November 1
Early Action I: November 1
Early Action II: January 5
Regular Decision: February 1
Transfer: Rolling
Spring (January) Admission: December 1
*Students applying to the nursing program are required to do so by the November 1 deadline.
Application Requirements:
Common Application and fee ($50).
Official high school transcript, including grades from the senior year.
Two letters of recommendation (one from a school counselor and one from the teacher of your choice).
Personal essay.
SAT and/or ACT optional for all students.
Additionally, for select applicants:
Portfolio (required for students pursuing a major in studio art, submitted through the student status page).
Audition (required for students pursuing a major in dance). For more information, visit salve.edu/dance-auditions.
Home-schooled applicants must submit a copy of all course descriptions and a portfolio of work.
Students whose first language is not English must submit results from the TOEFL, IELTS or other recognized test of English proficiency.
Transfer students must submit official transcripts of all college and university coursework and the official college report. More information can be found at .
Applicants
6,587
Acceptance Rate
66%
Average HS GPA
3.62
Deadlines
Early Decision
November 1
GPA Breakdown
Need to boost your grades? We can help.
Learn More
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
610 - 690
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
560 - 640
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1198 - 1323
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
26 - 30
What would you score on the digital SAT today?
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
From the School
2023-2024 Cost of Attendance (before grants and scholarships)
Tuition and fees: $47,930
On-campus room and board: $17,500
Direct-billed charges: $65,430
Books and supplies: $1,600
Personal expenses: $2,300
Transportation: $1,500
Total Cost of Attendance: $70,916
*Tuition and fees and on-campus room and board are billed directly from the University. On-campus room and board is an estimate based on traditional first-year residence halls and meal plans. All items not directly billed are estimates.
International students
(non-U.S. citizens) pay the same tuition as U.S. students, however, they are not eligible for need-based financial aid through the FAFSA form. Financial aid for international students is limited to merit-based scholarships based on the individual's academic record.
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (Private)
$53,600
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$2,000
On-Campus Room and Board
$20,300
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Approximate Expenses per Year
$76,900
Approximate Expenses per Year (In-State)
$23,300
Approximate Expenses per Year (Out-of-State)
$23,300
From the School
Salve Regina's academic programs are rooted in the liberal arts and professional studies and defined by the freedom to explore and expand potential in all people. The maximum class size at Salve Regina is 35 students, and on average there are 19 students in a classroom, meaning that students are offered personal instruction and mentorship by their professors in every course they take. Salve Regina offers a variety of popular academic programs that range from research driven degrees in chemistry and biology, pre-professional programs like education and nursing, unique offerings like cultural and historic preservation, a robust set of programs in the arts and humanities, and more.
As part of their education at Salve Regina, students will participate in the Salve Compass, designed to connect college to career. In the first year, students are advised and mentored as they receive an introduction to the Newport community through service and a mid-year retreat. In the second year, students participate in an exploration through workshops and experiential, hands-on learning opportunities that expose them to careers through community partnerships, research, and internships. These opportunities take students outside of the classroom where they develop business plans, work in schools with children, research issues involving the local watershed, work with patients at various care facilities, or provide needed change in the community through service learning. In the Junior year, students immerse themselves in opportunities off-campus, either by participating in one of over 200 study abroad options or by developing their professional skills in Newport. The Compass wraps with the Senior culminates project, which showcases the expertise gained over the past four years. The event welcomes business, community and government leaders who know the value of a Salve education and seek to work with these graduates.
Across all programs within 6 months of graduation, 98 percent of Salve Regina alumni are working full time or in graduate school according to the first destination survey of the class of 2019.
What students say
Rooted in the values of the Catholic Sisters of Mercy who founded it, students at Salve Regina University are “drawn here…because they want to make a positive impact in the world.†An ethos of service and community involvement shapes the Salve experience, with classes that often “involve volunteering or working on projects in the community, which makes learning feel more meaningful.†Every undergraduate participates in the Salve Compass program, which integrates mentorship, advising, and real-world experiences into the curriculum through opportunities like “field placement…for education majors [which] gives us valuable hands-on experience,†lab research that “gives you many opportunities to interact with local non-profits and organizations,†and “in-person clinical rotations for nursing majors.†Undergrads cite the “supportive resources [and] strong academic programs†as well as the “tight-knit community†as the greatest assets of attending Salve. While some students aren’t fans of the “lecture-heavy†teaching structure, they appreciate the “small class sizes [in which] professors learn your name and you develop a relationship with them,†which “really makes a difference in learning.†Students describe their “really down-to-earth professors who…encourage curiosity and character†as “top-tier†and “absolutely fabulous…[and] so passionate about what they do [that] it makes me excited to attend class and learn.†In short, “The community and the professors are amazing, and it feels like a family.â€
Student : Faculty
12.6 : 1
Total Faculty
299
Terminal Degree
145
Class/Lab sizes
Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19
Rating
Graduation Rates
University Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Majors and Degrees Offered
- Accounting
- Art (studio art)
- Art history
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Business administration
- Business administration (BS, MBA) 5-Year
- Business studies and economics
- Chemistry
- Creative writing and publishing (BA, MFA) Accelerated Program
- Criminal justice and criminology
- Criminal justice and cybersecurity (BA, MS) 5-Year
- Cultural and historic preservation
- Dance
- Early childhood education
- Early childhood and special education
- Economics
- Elementary education
- Elementary and special education
- Engineering (3+2 dual bachelor's degree)
- English, communications and media
- Literature
- Environmental studies
- Finance
- French and Francophone Studies
- Global business and economics
- Global studies
- Healthcare administration
- Healthcare administration (BS, MS) 5-Year
- History
- History (BA) and international relations (MA) 5-Year
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Medical technology
- Music
- Music education
- Nursing
- Pharmacy (3+3 Pharm.D. program)
- Philosophy
- Political science
- Political science (BA) and international relations (MA) 5-Year
- Pre-health
- Pre-law
- Pre-med
- Psychology
- Psychology (BA) and behavior analysis (MS) Accelerated
- Psychology (BA) and holistic counseling (MA) Accelerated
- Religious and theological studies
- Secondary education (in combination with biology, chemistry, English literature, history or mathematics)
- Social work
- Social work (BA) and holistic counseling (MA) Accelerated
- Sociology and anthropology
- Hispanic Studies
- Studio art (ceramics, graphic design, illustration, interactive media arts, painting, photography)
- Theatre Arts
- World languages education (French or Spanish)
Prominent Alumni
Janet L. Robinson
President and General Manager of the New York Times
Carol A. Mutter
Lt. General (ret.), U.S. Marine Corps
Barbara McGann
Admiral (ret.), U.S. Navy
Barry Black
Rear Admiral Barry C. Black (Ret.); elected the 62nd Chaplain of the U.S. Senate
Anthony Zinni
U.S. Marine Corps general and former Commander in Chief of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)
Noe Mercado
Researcher/Virologist
Samantha Scaffidi
Actress
From The School
Salve Regina's student body is a diverse group of students, often involved in multiple organizations on campus and in the Newport community. Students at Salve Regina hail from over 40 states and 20 countries, coming from around the globe to study. With 2,100 undergraduate students and a three year on-campus residency requirement, Salve students form bonds with a community that lasts for a lifetime.
Highly engaged, almost 500 students on Salve Regina's campus are intercollegiate athletes, over 30 percent of students study abroad, and students completed over 10,000 hours of service to the local community.
With a wide variety of campus activities, student run organizations, and NCAA DIII athletic teams who compete in the NEWMAC conference, student leadership and involvement is a main component of the Salve Regina experience. Students have access to almost 70 student run organizations, ranging from social groups such as a Surfing Club to professional organizations like our award-winning Options Trading Club, American Marketing Association, and Enactus Club.
What students say:
Salve Regina undergrads see themselves as “friendly and always willing to help.†The campus is a “close-knit community†of “kind and good-natured people who are hardworking and encouraging.†While some students note that “a few groups…[to] be very cliquey,†the overall environment is one where their peers “exhibit acts of respect every day.†While the school is based on a foundation of Catholicism and the Sisters of Mercy, students affirm that “it’s not expected [that] you be Catholic or believe in God.†Students relish the intimacy of their smaller campus, deeming the size fundamental to their ability to “connect with my professors and get to know them, making it easier for me to approach them if/when I need help,†and asserting that “I feel like I found more people just by socializing in class.†The smaller population can have drawbacks; as one student noted, “Social life can be limited at times, but if you try to get involved, it works out.†Most students note that they “prioritize studying first,†leading to classrooms where “discussions are lively because the students genuinely care†and where “students are treated with respect.â€
Gender
72% female28% male
Out of State
86% are out
of state14% are
in-state
Students
98% are
full time2% are
part time
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,128
Foreign Countries Represented
15
Student Body Demographics
American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.19%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
0.05%
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
Incoming transfer students
else
{
}
Entering graduate students
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
Location
Salve Regina's 80-acre campus is one of the most unique in the country, described by "Architectural Digest" as one of The 50 Most Beautiful Colleges in America and by "The Princeton Review" as 17th overall for Most Beautiful Campus. Set on seven contiguous estates, campus features more than 20 historic structures that have been adapted to meet University needs while also preserving their status as treasures of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
The oceanside setting, however, offers more than a glimpse of the past. Surrounded by rare trees, tide pools and museums, Salve's campus provides access to exceptional learning opportunities for students in many disciplines. Viewed as a "living laboratory," the campus is an extraordinary environment that enriches the city of Newport and contributes to the artistic, cultural, economic, educational and historical vitality of the state of Rhode Island.
In addition to the stunning character, the campus is highly functional. Resident students have access to academic, athletic, and dining facilities within a short walk from their residence halls. There are open spaces for students to enjoy spread throughout campus, including rose gardens, ocean views, patios, and wooded areas. The warmhearted community and the distinctive character of Salve's location inspires connection in the lives of students.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Salve Regina's campus facilities are uniquely adapted from the historic environment surrounding them to stay state-of-the-art.
The Residence Halls at Salve Regina are anything but ordinary. From traditional residence halls to architecturally significant buildings, students can choose from a variety of unique housing opportunities, including cottages, historical homes and on-campus apartments. Ocean views, fireplaces and grand staircases are common features of the University's residential landscape.
The O'Hare Academic Building, and oceanside academic center, house cutting edge research labs for biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and environmental studies that allow students to publish research conducted on campus alongside their professors. In addition, nursing simulation labs and a Center for Business Outreach which hosts business lecturers exist to give students life-like opportunities inside the classroom.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Newport, Rhode Island is a blend of a historic colonial city with a modern resort setting and small college town feel. The off-campus opportunities in Newport are a large part of the student experience at Salve Regina. Downtown areas offer plenty to explore within walking distance to campus and all students receive free Rhode Island public transit with their Salve ID for ease of travel. Students take full advantage of the many beaches, environmental preserves, the ocean for surfing and sailing plus the famed Cliff Walk that borders campus. Whether investigating the oldest synagogue in the nation, the oldest community library, one of the longest running taverns, the most opulent mansions of the Gilded Age, or a ballpark where Satchel Paige and Yogi Berra once swung their bats, the concentration of preserved architecture and historic structures is unparalleled in this unique city by the sea.
What students say:
“Newport, RI, is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the country!â€â€”a sentiment echoed by the vast majority of students at Salve, who “love spending time at the beach, outside and in nature†and “going downtown or taking a walk on the cliff walk.†In town, undergrads enjoy “visiting the historical places,†“trying new places to eat,†and just “experiencing the city of Newport [and] the nature of our island.†Life at this “welcoming college†includes abundant “community service opportunities†and “Mercy-based initiatives,†along with “great and extremely diverse†clubs representing an array of interests, including intramural sports, activities such as yoga and dance, the “Outdoor Adventure Club,†and academic groups like the Student Nursing Organization (SNO) and the Campus Activities Board (CAB), which sponsors social events throughout the year. Additionally, Salve has a competitive Division III varsity sports program, and “going to our school’s sports games†is a very popular pastime. While several students noted that the number of “events sponsored by the university [has] decreased in the past year,†the prevailing sentiment is that “there is a wide range of interests and passions on campus, and a club or activity that caters to almost all of them.â€
Undergraduates living on campus
59%
First-Year students living on campus
98%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
Most Popular Places On Campus
Rodgers Recreation Athletic Center
O'Hare Academic & Antone Academic Cntrs
Our Lady of Mercy Chapel and Spiritual Center
Newly renovated academic centers, historic and traditional residence halls, and a historic tree walking tour on-campus.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Newport's Historic Mansions
International Tennis Hall of Fame
Downtown Newport (large variety of shops and restaurants)
Newport's Historic Cliff Walk and Aquidneck Island beaches and sea shore.
Discover Newport by clicking on: http://www.discovernewport.org/
Campus Visits Contact
Office of Admissions 100 Ochre Point Avenue Newport, RI 028404192
admissions@salve.edu
401-341-2240
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Varies - see website
Varies - see website
4013412240
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
On Campus Interview
Information Sessions:
Available
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
T.F. Green Airport (30 minutes from campus)
Newport Gateway Cntr (5 minutes from campus)
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority Trolleys - students receive a city/statewide bus pass
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
For accommodations please visit Newport County Convention and Visitors
Bureau's Website at http://www.discovernewport.org/and click on 'Where To Stay'
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Athletic Division III
Participate in intramural sports
28%
Participate in intercollegiate sports
23%
Men's Sports (Seahawks)
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Women's Sports (Seahawks)
Basketball
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Campus Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Laura Kcirca, M.A.
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
74
Number of Honor Societies
19
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
1
Military
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Rhode Island
Sustainability
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bicycle or Scooter Sharing
Car Sharing Or Carpooling
Program Designed To Incentivize The Use Of Public Transportation
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description HP and Apple
Dates
Application DeadlinesMay 15
From the School
At Salve Regina, 99 percent of students receive scholarships and/or financial aid and we offer more than $17 million of institutional scholarship and grant aid to entering students each year. The financial investment in a Salve Regina education offers a high return on investment for students. The generous financial aid process makes an education accessible by offering need-based financial aid awards and merit-based admission scholarships, as well as more personal services like financial planning services, flexible payment plans, private loan options and debt management counseling. All students are assigned their own financial aid counselor for their time at Salve Regina.
All students applying for admission at Salve Regina are eligible for merit-based scholarships.
To be eligible for need-based financial aid, students applying to Salve Regina complete the FAFSA by a March 1 priority deadline.
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$34,256
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$31,339
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,224
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
80%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$50,982
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$34,332
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Scholarships and Grants Available
01 - College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
04 - Private Scholarships
05 - State Scholarships/Grants
No-Need-Based
01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Loans Available
02 - Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
03 - Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
04 - Federal Nursing Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
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Graduation Rates
Career Services
05 - On Campus Interviews
04 EDUCATION.
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
- Elementary Education and Teaching.
- Music Teacher Education.
- Secondary Education and Teaching.
- Special Education and Teaching, General.
18 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
- Economics, General.
- Economics, Other.
- International Economics.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Sociology.
19 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
- Ceramic Arts and Ceramics.
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
- Fine/Studio Arts, General.
- Graphic Design.
- Music, General.
- Painting.
- Photography.
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