At Salve, there is unbridled opportunity to develop yourself in bold new ways. Anchored by a liberal arts tradition, our community of active scholars encourages students to seek new challenges, take intelligent risks and contribute to world change.
Although our admission process is competitive, we welcome students of all races, nationalities, orientations and abilities. Our diversity keeps our campus as multi-dimensional as our classrooms.
Undergraduate Admission
Every journey has a starting point. Begin yours at Salve. With more than 40 undergraduate majors, you’ll have the freedom to explore and grow across an exceptional breadth and variety of disciplines. Once you’ve found your calling, we’ll ensure you are well prepared to make an impact in your chosen field of industry.
Graduate Admission
Follow your curiosity beyond your undergraduate degree. We offer 13 master’s programs along with doctoral programs in humanities, international relations and nursing. Class sizes are small and learning is flexible, providing students with intricate lessons informed by real-world experiences.
Costs and Financial Aid
We care about making a Salve education accessible and affordable, so you can begin - and end - your college career with peace of mind.
2,771
Fall 2019 enrollment (undergraduate and graduate)
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
3.4
Average GPA for the most recent freshman class
12
Combined bachelor’s/master’s programs
99%
Undergraduates who receive scholarships and/or financial aid
3+2
Dual-degree engineering program with Washington University in St. Louis
Explore Salve
Viewed as a living laboratory, our 80-acre campus is an extraordinary environment that provides access to hands-on learning opportunities for students in many disciplines.