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Causes: Education, Secondary & High Schools, Undergraduate Colleges
Mission: Salem college, a liberal arts college for women, values its students as individuals, develops their unique potential, and prepares them to change the world. Now in its third century of sustaining a community in which girls learn best, salem academy remains dedicated to fostering the intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical growth of young women. Founded in 1772 by the moravian church, salem academy flourishes today as an independent, college-preparatory school that celebrates its diversity and affirms each student's uniqueness. As advocates for women in leadership roles, we recognize our place in a global society and persist in our commitment to a lifetime of learning. We pledge ourselves to retain and nurture those values which encourage each student to take risks, show integrity, and discover her passion as she sets out on her own journey.
Programs: Salem academy & college provides a college education to approximately 1028 full-time students, a high school education to approximately 170 full-time students (grades 9-12) and provides continuing education to approximately 246 part-time students throughout the community. The college also provides adequate food services and housing to approximately 537 students who maintain residence on the campus of salem college and 77 students who maintain residence on the campus of salem academy.