Thinking about how to finance your program?
Thinking about how to finance your program?
Salem State’s monthly payment plan option makes our affordable tuition even more affordable!
We keep students at the center of everything we do. Because we understand the importance of providing flexibility so that you can start at a time that is best for you, we offer six start dates each year.
We also provide flexibility in the ways that you can pay for classes. Whether you want to pay in full or pay in monthly installments, we have you covered! Students can pay their account balances by bank account, wire transfer, credit card or by money order.
Required Fees
All required fees are included in the cost of each course at a pro-rated amount. Below is an explanation of each fee and the amount for full-time students who study 18 clock hours per week in our Intensive English Language Program (IELP) or Summer American Culture and English Immersion Program (ACEI). Fees are pro-rated for part-time students according to the number of weeks and hours they study.
- Course Fee – provides you access to English language instruction
- Materials Fee – provides you access to course textbooks and online learning resources
- University Fee – provides you access to university services and facilities such as, the fitness center, library, counseling and health services, etc.
- Student Government Association (SGA) Fee – provides you access to student life activities and events
|
Program |
Course Fee |
Materials Fee |
University Fee |
Student Government Association Fee |
Total Cost |
|
IELP 8 weeks |
$1717.10 |
$180 |
$107.70 |
$25.20 |
$2030 |
|
CESL 6 weeks |
$283.07 |
$55 |
$26.93 |
N/A |
$365 |
|
ACEI 4 weeks |
$841.15 |
$120 |
$53.85 |
N/A |
$1740 |
|
TOEFL 7 weeks |
$439.29 |
$55 |
$15.71 |
N/A |
$510 |
Optional Fees
All optional fees can be included in a monthly payment plan with required course fees. As a non-degree student, you have the option of purchasing private health insurance or the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) through Salem State University. Students who opt into student health insurance may choose to be charged for the full semester or academic year depending on their registration plans.
Meal Plans
Housing
Costs by Program
The Intensive English Language Program (IELP) provides academic language instruction at seven levels along with a variety of electives that allow students to explore U.S. higher education, future career options, and American culture.
COURSE FEES
*Includes all course materials and required university fees:
Full-time 8 weeks:
- 22 Hours $2481.11
- 20 Hours $2255.56
- 18 Hours $2030.00
Part-time 8 weeks:
- 16 Hours - $1804.45
- 14 Hours - $1578.90
- 12 Hours - $1353.34
- 10 Hours - $1127.78
- 8 Hours - $902.23
- 6 Hours - $676.67
- 4 Hours - $451.11
- 2 Hours - $225.56
PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Session length: 8-16 weeks
- Class hours: 2-22 hours per week (daytime)
The evening Community Life and Work ESL Program provides busy adult learners of English with a curriculum that focuses on daily life and workplace situations to improve language skills for career advancement and life in the local community.
COURSE FEES
*Includes all course materials and required fees
- $365 per 6-week session
PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Session length: 6 weeks
- Class hours: 6 hours per week (evening)
The American Culture and English Immersion program provides you with the perfect summer destination to experience life and culture in the United States while building language skills for specific purposes.
COURSE FEES
*Includes all course materials and required fees
Full-Time (4 weeks):
- 22 Hours - $1240.56
- 20 Hours - $1127.78
- 18 Hours - $1015.00
Part-Time (4 weeks):
- 16 Hours - $902.23
- 14 Hours - $789.45
- 12 Hours - $676.67
- 10 Hours - $563.89
- 8 Hours - $902.23
- 6 Hours - $451.12
- 4 Hours - $225.56
- 2 Hours - $112.78
PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Session length: 4-12 weeks
- Class hours: 4-22 hours per week (daytime)
- Class size: 5-15 students
The online TOEFL iBT® Preparation course will help you master the test strategies you need to reach your target score to enter university or for professional board requirements.
COURSE FEES
*Includes all course materials and required fees
- $510 per 7-week session
PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Session length: 7 weeks
- Class hours: 3 hours per week (Saturdays online)
- Class size: 5-15 students
American Language and Culture Institute Program Calendar
American Language and Culture Institute Program Calendar
|
Session |
Registration and Orientation |
Classes Start |
Classes End |
|
Fall A |
August 27-30 (IELP) August 27-September 16 (CESL) |
September 4 (IELP) September 14 (TOEFL Prep) September 17 (CESL) |
October 24 (CESL) October 25 (IELP) October 26 (TOEFL) |
|
Fall B |
October 22-25 (IELP) October 22-November 4 (CESL) |
October 29 (IELP) November 5 (CESL) November 2 (TOEFL Prep) |
December 19 (CESL) December 20 (IELP) December 21 (TOEFL) |
|
Spring A |
January 7-10 (IELP) January 7-27 (CESL) |
January 14 (IELP) January 25 (TOEFL Prep) January 28 (CESL) |
March 6 (CESL) March 7 (IELP) March 8 (TOEFL) |
|
Spring B |
March 11-14 (IELP) March 11-31 (CESL) |
March 22 (IELP) March 28 (CESL) March 26 (TOEFL Prep) |
May 11 (CESL) May 12 (IELP) May 6 (TOEFL) |
|
Summer A |
May 13-16 (ACEI/CESL) |
May 20 (ACEI/CESL) |
June 15 (ACEI) June 29 (CESL) |
|
Summer B |
June 10-13 (ACEI) June 28-July 9 (CESL) |
June 17 (ACEI) |
July 11 (ACEI) |
|
Summer C |
July 8-11 (ACEI) June 30-July 14 (CESL) |
July 15 (ACEI/CESL)
|
August 8 (ACEI) August 15 (CESL)
|
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