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Salem State academic scholarships are awarded to some incoming students who meet eligibility requirements. Students awarded academic scholarships must maintain a full-time course load and meet academic progress goals.

Need-based grants are awarded on a funds-available basis. Grants may not be awarded to a student annually and are pro-rated based on the number of credits in which a student is enrolled.

How to Apply

Students applying to Salem State are automatically considered for institutional scholarships and grants.

Additionally, incoming first-year students in specific programs may apply for one of two endowed scholarships (details below).

Viking Scholarships

Current Salem State students are also invited to apply for endowed scholarships, which are awarded each year to students meeting the criteria. 

Submit one application to be automatically matched to the scholarships for which you qualify! The Viking Scholarship portal is open to applications from December 15 to March 1 each year, and students are notified of their awards by June 30.  

Viking Completion Grant

The Viking Completion Grant program, generously established by Kim Gassett-Schiller ’83, ‘18H, and Philip Schiller, aims to annually award 50 to 75 microgrants of up to $6,500 each to the university seniors with high academic merit who are most at risk for dropping out. The program will combine this financial support with ongoing coaching to encourage awardees’ successful on-time completion. Learn more about the

Student Emergency Fund

The ´ºÃÎÖ±²¥ Emergency Funds were created through the generous donations of alumni, community members, local businesses, staff, faculty, and students to support unexpected personal financial emergencies. Applying does not guarantee that you will be eligible to receive funds, as funds are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, availability of funds, matriculation status, and the nature of the emergency.