Academics

Welcome from Interim Dean Emerson W. Baker

Welcome to the School of Graduate Studies. We offer master's degrees, graduate certificates, educator licensure programs, and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Education.

You will receive an exceptional graduate experience at Salem State that will help you reach your goals. Whether you want to begin a new career, advance your current career, or pursue doctoral studies, we prepare you professionally and challenge you academically.

Our graduates become leaders in their professions and communities. They apply what they learn in the classroom to their jobs and develop professional networks with faculty and area workplaces. Graduate studies at Salem State have allowed our students to:

• Secure leadership positions in their districts and organizations
• Be accepted into or complete doctoral programs
• Win state-level and national-level educator awards

Each of our graduate programs provides a rich academic experience. Participate in original research and scholarship or build learning communities with fellow classmates who have varied professional and educational backgrounds. Our students have enhanced their academic experience by:

• Participating in research projects with faculty
• Presenting papers at conferences in Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, and Paris
• Receiving scholarships from professional organizations

Visit our graduate admissions page to learn how you can join our dynamic learning community.