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B+ Recommended North Carolina, US
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Admission Office academy@salem.edu

School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
B+
Matriculation A-
Academics B+
Extracurriculars B-
Community B-
Reviews B
University Preparatory academics Award winning Robotics Top College and University placement Safe and secure campus Lifelong friendships and connections Arts and athletics
Academic achievement is at the center of our school, but we live fully here in every way. Sports, theatre, music and the arts, community work - all of these are important because they bring fullness and happiness into the lives of our students. Moment by moment, day by day, we make our lives together at Salem Academy - creating a community of uncommon challenge and unmistakable warmth. And as we do, across America, in the classrooms of the very finest colleges and universities, hands are raised with confidence and conviction. On the fingers of those hands are rings from Salem Academy.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$60,080
Enrollment
80
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
87%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$60 million
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
8
Boarding %
41

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Columbia University 1
LAC #5 Wellesley College 1
#83 Elon University 1
Auburn University 1
#117 University of Vermont 1
#136 Samford University 1
LAC #46 Furman University 1
LAC #50 The University of the South 1
Appalachian State University 1

AP Scores

(2022)
Number of students who took AP tests
20
Number of tests taken
35
80%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

Sports

(6)
Fencing
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Cross Country

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(20)
Black Student Union
Debate
House Council
Key Club
Model UN
National Honor Society
Black Student Union
Debate
House Council
Key Club
Model UN
National Honor Society
STEM Club
Student Ambassadors
Robotics; A Cappella Singers
Theatre; Student Council
Yearbook. International Club
Girl Up Club
Chess Club
Rocketry Club
Bible Study
Honor Cabinet
Outdoors Club
ASIA Club
Civic Engagement Club
Youth & Government
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Arts

(6)
Music
Performing
Theater
Studio Art
Art
Design

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Contact Info

http://www.salemacademy.com/
601 South Church Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-721-2643
academy@salem.edu
North Carolina

Basic Info

All-girls
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1772
Campus Size: 64 acres
Boarding Rate: 41%
Religious Affiliation: Other

Application Info

Interview: On Campus, Zoom
Pre Interview: No Requirement
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL Junior
School Code:
TOEFL: 3155
SSAT: 7048

Frequently Ask Questions about Salem Academy

Tell me a bit about Salem Academy.
Salem Academy is All-girls private boarding school located in North Carolina, US. It was founded 1772 , and currently has about 80 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.salemacademy.com/.
Does Salem Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Salem Academy also have 87% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Salem Academy students typically go for their colleges?
In 2024, some students attended Columbia University, Wellesley College, Elon University, Auburn University and University of Vermont.
What is the application requirement for Salem Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Salem Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, TOEFL for international students, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Salem Academy?
The total fee for Salem Academy in 2024 is $60,080 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at academy@salem.edu .
Where is Salem Academy located?
Salem Academy is located in the State of North Carolina of USA.
How popular is Salem Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Salem Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 207 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Salem Academy has been favorited by 104 users.
How do I complete an application for Salem Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Salem Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Salem Academy’s official site: http://www.salemacademy.com/ or call them at 336-721-2643.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Salem Academy?
The overall rating for Salem Academy is B+.

The section ratings of Salem Academy are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, a major city and commercial hub in North Carolina, is known for its vibrant Uptown area. The Levine Museum of the New South offers a deep dive into post-Civil War history, while Discovery Place features engaging science exhibits. Charlotte is also home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, celebrating the sport of auto racing with interactive displays and films. The city boasts a growing skyline and is a central point for banking and business in the region.
Population (2022) 687,456
Cost of Living Lower than the national average 3%
Nearby Airport Charlotte Douglas International Airport

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