Public Institution Carneys Point, NJ
Salem Community College
Two-year college
Salem Community College is a public smaller two-year college in Carneys Point, NJ, offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer paths with a suburban campus setting, with about 910 undergraduates, typical net price of $10,816 after grants, first-year retention of 66.0%, about 40.1% of students graduating within three years, and median earnings of $32,880 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Salem Community College
Key rankings for Salem Community College
Where Salem Community College ranks among two-year colleges nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#408 of 667
Net Price
#430 of 651
Earnings
#280 of 630
Retention
#239 of 635
Graduation
#135 of 550
Debt
What stands out at Salem Community College
Salem Community College in Carneys Point, NJ is a two-year college.
- Large suburb
- 910 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid sits above the national median for similar schools while six-year earnings fall short of it. That combination deserves a closer look at aid packages and likely majors.
First-year retention and graduation both track at or above national benchmarks for similar schools, suggesting relatively steady progress for students who start here.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Salem Community College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
In-state tuition is above the national median of $5,040 for similar two-year colleges, while out-of-state tuition is above the national median of $9,866.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Salem Community College compares
Figures are for two-year colleges. State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Mid East (region 2).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (NJ) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $10,816Above national median | $8,644 | $9,844 | $9,023 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $32,880Below national median | $35,706 | $35,899 | $34,495 |
| Retention | 66.0%Above national median | 65.4% | 64.8% | 64.2% |
| Graduation | 40.1%Above national median | 34.4% | 33.8% | 35.6% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 67.6%* | 81.7% | 82.8% |
| Pell share | 39.5%Above national median | 39.5% | 34.5% | 31.7% |
| Median debt | $9,500Below national median | $11,000 | $11,750 | $11,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
* Fewer than 10 similar schools in that slice. Treat as a rough guide.
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Salem Community College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Salem Community College
Common questions about Salem Community College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Salem Community College located?
Salem Community College is located in Carneys Point, NJ. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Salem Community College?
Salem Community College is a public two-year college. Best Universities compares it with similar community colleges for ranking and benchmark purposes.
How much does it cost to attend Salem Community College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $6,360 for in-state students and $10,260 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $10,816. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Salem Community College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Salem Community College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Salem Community College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 910. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Salem Community College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Salem Community College are roughly $32,880. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 40.1% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Salem Community College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Salem Community College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#408 of 667); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#430 of 651); First-year retention (#280 of 630); Graduation rate (#239 of 635); Median loan debt (#135 of 550). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Salem Community College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Salem Community College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Salem Community College Expand to view
A fuller table of the figures Best Universities uses for this school. Useful if you are double-checking a number.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Salem Community College |
| Official website | https://www.salemcc.edu/ |
| City, state | Carneys Point, NJ |
| School type | Two-year college |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 910 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $6,360 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $10,260 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $6,360 |
| Total cost of attendance | $17,857 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $10,816 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $32,880 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $37,945 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $38,020 |
| Median loan debt | $9,500 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 66.0% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 40.1% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 39.5% |
| Share with federal loans | 12.1% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 47.5% |
| Campus setting | Large suburb |
| Student–faculty ratio | 17 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $6,719 |
| Full-time faculty share | 100.0% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 69.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 30.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 30.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 14.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 41.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 1.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 5.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.0% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $9,845 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $8,997 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $11,702 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $14,568 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $16,712 |
Sources for Salem Community College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.