First Year Experience

Your first year at Salem State University is an opportunity to explore, learn and grow. The first year experience office (FYE) is here to ensure that you have access to the resources and support you will need to successfully navigate the transition from high school to university life. Your first-year experience will lay the foundation for your continued success in academic, intellectual, social, and civic endeavors throughout your undergraduate career. Whether it's your first class, meeting your first new friend, joining your first student organization, or any other number of "firsts," the FYE office is here to help.

Incoming first-year students — join the Salem State University Class of 2026 Facebook group!

All students and family members are encouraged to join their respective Facebook Class pages and follow the general First Year Success Facebook page, our blog, and Twitter.

Transfer students are invited to join the Transfer Connections Facebook group.