AdmissionsOS | Salisbury University | Stevenson University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate lower = more selective | 87% | 79% |
| SAT range (mid 50%) | 1,180-1,320 | n/a |
| ACT range (mid 50%) | 20-29 | n/a |
| Average net price what students actually pay after aid | $17,743 | $26,505 |
| Sticker cost of attendance | $28,310 | $58,394 |
| Graduation rate | 68% | 68% |
| Retention rate | 78% | 79% |
| Undergraduates | 6,057 | 3,102 |
| Student-faculty ratio | 14:1 | 15:1 |
| Setting | Salisbury, MD | Owings Mills, MD |
| Type | Public | Private nonprofit |
| Application fee | $50 | None |
| Test policy | Required for some | Test-optional |
Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2025-2026 cycle.
Compare these in the interactive toolStevenson University is more selective, with a 79% acceptance rate versus 87% at Salisbury University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.
Salisbury University has the lower average net price ($17,743 versus $26,505). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.