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You may want to win a Pulitzer, or start your own business, or be a part of
long-lasting social change. In your quest to find the “True You,” you’ll need
essential skills to help you succeed. That’s where Salisbury University comes
in. From Living Learning Communities to incomparable internships, you
receive the valuable knowledge and experiences to prepare you for any goal
you have in life.
Among the many real-world opportunitiesis SU’s long-standing collaboration with
NASA’s nearby Wallops Flight Facility
Internships and field work that count are at the heart of the SU
experience. With so many opportunities – including multi-
national organizations, federal agencies, and regional health and
education systems – you are “job ready” when you graduate.
From your first semester to after the diploma, faculty mentors and
SU’s Career Services team help you make the connections you
need to excel in your chosen career.
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The world is getting smaller and your
potential to explore it is greater at SU. Every
path you take after SU is enhanced by the
internationalization of your education. A
knowledge of other people, places and
cultures provides you the breadth of
experience needed to excel in the global
community. Whether for a semester or a few
weeks, learning about coral reef biology in
Honduras, media communications in
Mumbai or global health in Cape Town will
change your outlook and expand your
opportunities.
Salisbury University: Find the True You
SU students explore all corners of theglobe, including this “hidden” umbrella
installation in London
If you are driven by opportunity, freedom, the need for wide-scale
change, leaving a legacy and feeling true accomplishment, you
have an entrepreneurial spirit that SU will help develop. And we
provide the dollars to support your dreams, with over $100,000
awarded annually to support aspiring entrepreneurs in fields
ranging from art glass to home care robotics to professional athlete
training.
Salisbury University: Find Your True
The annual Entrepreneurship Competitions award$100,000 to aspiring business owners in all majors.
Salisbury University offers one of the most beautiful campuses in the region.
Designated as a national arboretum, SU is located in the natural learning lab
of the Eastern Shore, halfway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake
Bay. The beauty and friendliness of campus contributed to SU’s designation
on Rugg’s Recommendations list of “Magic Dream” schools – “campuses you
visit and fall in love with” and inclusion among the “50 Most Amazing
University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.”
SU is known for its undergraduate research
and self-directed learning opportunities.
Home to an annual student research
conference and two-time host of the National
Conference on Undergraduate Research,
students in all majors are encouraged by
accomplished faculty-mentors to take
inspiration beyond the classroom and share
their own connections and discoveries.
Salisbury University: Finding the True You Through
CENTERS OF LEARNING
Faculty across disciplines are using their
expertise to create independent centers at
SU, which provide unique learning
opportunities for you. Catalog artifacts at the
Nabb Research Center for Delmarva
History and Culture; perform the latest
neonatal procedure at the Henson Medical
Simulation Center; and assist in hurricane
clean-up through the Eastern Shore
Regional GIS Cooperative.
43 Undergraduate Majors
18 The Princeton Review’s The Best Colleges
20U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges
8,748 Total Enrollment
YEARS
YEARS
95% of tenured/tenure-track facultyhold terminal degrees
17:1Student/Faculty Ratio
A national survey ranked SU’s Dining ServicesNo. 2 for variety and value.
For over 90 years, Sea Gulls have found their way to the top of their
chosen career paths. Head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, Broadway
superstar, D.C. policymakers, senior director of advertising for
PayPal, these are just a few of the positions held by SU grads. Count
yourself among these industry elite and benefit from the same SU
education and opportunities that gave them their start.
Salisbury University: Find the True You
Atlanta Falcons Head CoachDan Quinn, SU Class of 1994
Jennifer Hope Wills, SU Class of 1995, starred in Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera
SU students care about their community and find ways to make it better.
They host a nationally honored Relay For Life. They join forces annually in
student-organized neighborhood clean-up events. They provide over 2,000
hours of service to the community every year. They are making a difference!
And employers are taking note: LinkedIn found that 41% of hiring
managers consider volunteering as valuable as paid work.
Hundreds of students participate in the annual springBig Event neighborhood clean-up day
Repeatedly recognized among the best overall
Division III athletic programs in the nation,
SU varsity teams have earned 19 NCAA team
championships. All students can be champions
through nationally competitive club sports
and just have fun through intramural activities
like dodgeball and cornhole. Whether you are
on the field or in the stands, you share in the
pride of accomplishment and have something
to cheer about when you become a Sea Gull.
Salisbury University: Find Your True
VARSITY SPORTS
MEN’S TEAMSn Baseballn Basketballn Cross Countryn Football n Indoor Track & Fieldn Lacrossen Soccer n Swimmingn Tennisn Track & Field
WOMEN’S TEAMSn Basketball n Cross Country n Field Hockey n Indoor Track & Field n Lacrosse n Soccer n Softball n Swimming n Tennis n Track & Field n Volleyball
Leadership and teamwork: Learning how to excel in both these
roles are paramount to your success in life. You may find your
voice and lead the way or you may join your voice with a group
of like-minded individuals – or you may do both. Whatever role
you take, SU is there to give you the tools to collaborate, inspire
and get things done.
Salisbury University: Finding Your True
Two students from SU held prestigious mediainternships among the leadership of theNational Political Conventions
Beautiful campus, fun activities, friends for life:
You find all of this at SU, but first and
foremost, you find an exemplary learning
community … and SU delivers on this
promise. With award-winning residential and
academic facilities, support services to help
you achieve, and quality programs taught by
leaders in their discipline who care about your
evolution as a scholar and an individual, you
find an array of experiences that allow you to
explore what matters to you most while
showing you how to make your passion your
life’s work.
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WHAT’S NEW FOR YOU
In addition to SU’s beautiful grounds, there
are a collection of state-of-the-art buildings
designed to help you excel. SU enhanced
academics and athletics with two new
facilities in 2016. The Guerrieri Academic
Commons revolutionizes how you think
about libraries, and the new Sea Gull
Stadium is among the best complexes in
NCAA Division III.
Distinctive DifferenceSalisbury University has been transformed by its questfor academic excellence. From its humble beginningsas a school for teachers, and later a relaxed regionalcollege by the beach, in the last two decades, SU haslaunched itself into regional prominence as apowerhouse academic institution.
Over the last 15 years, the University hasdoubled in size, become a top producer of Fulbrightfaculty and been designated by the National ScienceFoundation (NSF) as a center for undergraduateresearch. Started over 35 years ago, SU’s HonorsProgram has evolved into an Honors College, offeringexpanded learning opportunities in all disciplines.Opened in fall 2016, the Guerrieri AcademicCommons library facility is the largest academicbuilding in SU’s history and changes the face oflearning on campus.
SU attracts some of the best students in theregion. In the past seven years, the average SAT ofincoming students has risen by 87 points, and theaverage weighted GPA has climbed to over 3.75. SUboasts the highest four-year and six-year graduationrate and fastest time-to-degree completion of any ofthe comprehensive universities in the University ofMaryland System.
Four Schools & One College– A Million Opportunities
Perdue School of Businessn Perdue Hall, home of the Eastern Shore’s premier
center for entrepreneurship, features some $3.1 millionin new technology and is LEED gold certified.
n The annual Perdue Entrepreneurship competitionhas a prize pool of nearly $100,000 in start-upcapital for students with the best new businessproposals.
n In 2015, the Perdue School served as one of thenational host locations for ABC’s Shark Tank forthe second year.
n It is among only 5 percent of business schoolsworld-wide to be AACSB accredited, and itsAmerican Marketing Association chapter has beennamed one of the top 20 in the country.
Seidel School of Educationaland Professional Studiesn SU has produced some 50 Maryland Teachers of the
Year since 2003, including two statewide winners. n Education has received three national awards for its
leadership in professional development schools. n SU offers the only accredited exercise science
program in Maryland, featuring built-in internships. n The Social Work Department offers B.S.W. and
M.S.W. programs across the state and in Europe.
Fulton School of Liberal Artsn The school features an innovative four-credit
curriculum, which provides academic andexperiential “enhancements” to courses in thehumanities, social sciences and fine arts.
n SU is one of only two schools nationally to offer both anundergraduate and graduate degree in conflict analysisand dispute resolution and has the only approved“hot glass” art concentration within the state.
n Named one of The Princeton Review’s “GreatSchools for Communication Majors,” SU has an18,500 square foot Integrated Media Center formedia and music production.
n The school’s newest department in environmentalstudies has produced multiple EnvironmentalProtection Agency Fellowship winners.
Henson School of Science and Technologyn The largest of the four SU schools, Henson
develops leaders for science, technology,engineering and mathematics (STEM) and healthscience fields.
n The school’s focus on undergraduate research,including National Science Foundation summerresearch opportunities, has helped a recent studentsecure a coveted Gates-Cambridge Fellowship.
n SU’s nursing program is widely regarded as one ofthe best in the region and our graduates have thehighest pass rates in the University System ofMaryland on the national nursing certificationexams (NCLEX).
n SU offers a Medical Simulation Center and a hostof research opportunities both internationally andthroughout the natural laboratory of the DelmarvaPeninsula.
Honors Collegen The Honors College is designed to bring together
high-achieving students and dedicated faculty fromall four schools in a small university environment.
n The college offers motivated students who areserious about their intellectual growth a variety ofspecial enhanced classes on interesting and uniquesubjects.
n Honors courses and extracurricular activities enrichand complement other educational opportunitiesand programs available to all SU students.
n Students have the opportunity to work closely withfaculty members on individualized research.
Experience Excellence And ValueSalisbury University delivers a superb education at agreat value. For well over a decade, SU has beenamong the U.S. News & World Report’s and PrincetonReview’s Best Colleges. SU also was listed in thePrinceton Review’s “Top 80 Best Values in PublicColleges,” which noted its “stellar academic programscoupled with the benefits of a state school price tag.”Forbes and Money magazines consistently havenamed SU among “America’s Top Colleges” and “The Best Colleges for Your Money,” respectively.
Salisbury University has a strong institutional commitment to diversity and equal educational opportunities. To that end, the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or otherlegally protected characteristics. Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to the Office of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator, Holloway Hall 100, 410-543-6426. Qualified students with disabilities should contact the Office of Student Disability Support Services at 410-677-6536.
ApplyingIf you think that Salisbury University could be thatright fit for you, then apply! Submit your applicationand essay online:www.salisbury.edu/applySalisbury is also a member of the CommonApplication. Request that your official high schooltranscript and letter(s) of recommendation be sent toSU. Have your standardized test scores sent directlyfrom either the College Board (SAT) or the AmericanCollege Testing (ACT) Program. You are also welcometo send along additional material you feel wouldsupplement your application.
Application Deadlinesn Early Decision (Binding): November 15
(December 15 Response)n Early Action: December 1
(January 15 Response)n Regular Decision: January 15
(March 15 Response)n Transfer for Fall: March 1
(Priority deadline on a space-available basis)n Transfer for Spring: October 1
(Priority deadline on a space-available basis)
Test-Optional PolicySalisbury University is the only institution in theMaryland state system to offer test-optionaladmission. Some students’ test scores are not anaccurate reflection of their potential success at thecollege level. If you have a cumulative 3.5 weightedGPA on a 4.0 scale, you can elect not to submit testscores with your application. Admission is competitivewithin the group of test-optional candidates, so wesuggest you provide materials to highlight yoursuccesses and the contributions you can make to theSU community.
Financing Your EducationPaying for college is a big investment. Fortunately,Salisbury University is widely recognized as a greatreturn on that investment by national guidebooks. SUprovides an exceptional education at one of thelowest prices of any university in the State ofMaryland and lower than the in-state tuition of severalneighboring states.
SU is your partner in meeting your educationalgoals. Our Financial Aid Office provides informationalresources and assistance as you navigate the financialaid process. To qualify for need-based aid, all studentsmust complete the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available beginningOctober 1. We encourage students to apply early forbest consideration.
Applicants are also considered for a wide range ofacademic scholarships simply by applying. Somescholarships are awarded on academic credentialsalone, but others also consider factors such as astudent’s major or area of residence. For more details about financial aid visit:www.salisbury.edu/finaid
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By The Numbers
Freshman Class Profilen Mid 50% SAT Range (2-part): 1090-1210n Mid 50% GPA Range: 3.46-3.95
(weighted 4.0 scale)n Mid 50% ACT Range: 21-25
Student Profile: n From 32 states (including D.C.),
66 foreign countriesn 59% female, 41% male
Faculty Profile:n 412 full-time faculty full-time faculty w/degrees
from 176 institutions, 44 states (including D.C.), 8 foreign countries
n 95% of tenured/tenure-track faculty hold terminal degrees
Fast Facts:President: .................................Dr. Janet Dudley-EshbachTotal Enrollment: ................................................8,748Endowed Schools:
n Fulton School of Liberal Artsn Henson School of Science & Technologyn Perdue School of Businessn Seidel School of Education &
Professional StudiesUndergraduate Majors: .............................................43Undergraduate Minors: .............................................65Master’s Programs: ..................................................15Doctoral Programs: .....................................................2Student : Faculty Ratio:..........................................17:1Average Lecture Class Size:........................................26
Contact us at: 410-543-6161 [email protected]
www.salisbury.edu
Follow SU on Twitter @FlockToSU
See It For YourselfThe most important step in the admissions process isto visit Salisbury University’s campus. It is the bestway to know if Salisbury is the right fit for you. Learnmore about all we have to offer at a weekdayinformation session, followed by a student-guidedtour. Or experience the SU difference at our openhouse program, held on selected Saturdaysthroughout the year. See our amazing campus andfeel the warmth and energy of the SU environment.For more information on visiting visit:www.salisbury.edu/admissions/visit
Only 30 miles from the beaches of Ocean City, MD, and a short
car trip from major cities, Salisbury University is the prime
location to explore your horizons. A beautiful campus, small
classes and engaging faculty make you feel at home and challenge
you to find the true you. Start on the path to your future and
schedule a visit to SU!
Salisbury University: Find the True You
A Maryland University of National Distinction
Contact us at: 410-543-6161 [email protected]
www.salisbury.eduFollow SU on Twitter @FlockToSU
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