Enrollment and Housing Deposits Due June 1
Take the next steps to enroll
Navigator is your personalized Salem State University homepage. With Navigator, you can submit enrollment and housing deposits, register for orientation, see important 'To Do' list tasks, review financial aid, search for classes/view your class schedule (once registered), and so much more!
- Your student ID will be similar to: S0123456
The username you will use to set your password will include the ID above. Example: S0123456@salemstate.edu - Set your password and log into your student Navigator account
Password Rules
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Passwords are case-sensitive,
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must be between 14 and 64 characters long,
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must contain at least one character from three of the following categories:
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(A-Z) an uppercase letter,
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(a-z) a lowercase letter,
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(0-9) a number,
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(! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) - _ = + \ | ] } [ { ; : / ? . > <) a special character
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must not contain three or more consecutive characters present in your full name (for example, if your name is John Smith, your password can't contain joh, ohn, smi, mit, or ith).
Once you have set your password, please visit salemstate.edu and click the Sign In button at the top right corner of the homepage. Enter your username and your newly created password.Log into Navigator
- When you complete the step above and sign in to salemstate.edu, you should see a black menu bar across the top of your screen with links to all campus systems.
- Select Navigator and enter your student ID number (ex. S0123456, do not put @salemstate.edu). The password is the same one you created with the directions above.
- Note: If you don't see the black menu bar at the top of your screen, after signing in to salemstate.edu, you can go to navigator.salemstate.edu and select Sign In.
Need help? Contact the IT Help Desk!
We encourage all admitted students to submit a FAFSA. If you are a resident of MA, you may qualify for state grant funds (free money) but won't be considered unless you submit a FAFSA by July 1.
- Create a Federal Student Aid ID.
- Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov. Salem State's school code is 002188.
- We will notify you via email once we receive your FAFSA and if you are missing any documents. You can also check your Navigator account for To Do items related to financial aid.
- Read the instructions to view/adjust your financial aid award letter.
Watch this video from FAFSA about how to apply for aid.
Need help completing the FAFSA? Check out these sites that offer FREE help to families:
MassEdCO (free assistance to complete FAFSA)MASSFA (Free assistance to complete the FAFSA)
Need help? Contact the Student Navigation Center!
Student Navigation Center
978.542.8000
navcenter@salemstate.edu
Submit your $150 enrollment deposit and $300 housing deposit (if you plan to live on campus). We encourage you to submit your enrollment deposit by June. 1. Deposits are non-refundable.
All first-year and transfer students must pay their enrollment deposit in order to register for orientation. View instructions on how to submit a deposit online.
If you require additional financial assistance and need to defer your enrollment deposit, please send a completed deposit deferral form to admissions@salemstate.edu.
All first-year and transfer students are required to attend a New Student Orientation. At your orientation, you will register for classes and become familiar with campus programs and services.
Please note that it may take up to 48 hours to access orientation registration via Navigator after submitting your enrollment deposit. Please visit the orientation website for the most up-to-date information regarding your orientation experience.
What happens if I miss orientation?
If you missed your orientation, you must attend a virtual Academic Advising Registration Assistance Session to register for classes. Please note that you may have to wait to be seen.
Classes are first come, first served. We cannot guarantee that students registering for courses after New Student Orientation dates can enroll in their required courses or a full-time schedule. Please note that students must be registered in at least six (6) credits to be eligible for financial aid. Students must be registered in at least 12 credits for full-time financial aid awards.
Need help? Contact Academic Advising!
Once you pay your enrollment deposit, you can access your Salem State email. Log in and use the same username and password as your Navigator account.
Email is the official method of communication at Salem State. Therefore, you are expected to check your account regularly.
For more information about logging into our student systems, see the Student Access Guide.
Need help? Contact the IT Help Desk!
Incoming first-year (freshmen) receive emails to their personal and Salem State email accounts with information on signing up for First Year Seminars in advance of orientation. Seats in each course are limited, so students are encouraged to make their selection as soon as they receive the email.
Questions? Contact First Year Experience!
firstyearseminar@salemstate.edu
Salem State offers many ways for students and families to pay for their education. Most people begin by applying for financial aid and confirming their financial aid award letter. If financial aid does not cover the entire cost of attending, the university has other options to help students pay their bill.
For information on estimating your bill, use the Estimate Your Undergraduate Tuition Worksheet.
Need help? Contact the Student Navigation Center!
Student Navigation Center
978.542.8000
navcenter@salemstate.edu
Join the Class of 2028 Facebook group and Instagram to meet your classmates and ask questions!
Connect with Salem State on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. #SalemState is the official university hashtag!
Transfer students, join the Transfer Connections Facebook group.
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Navigator
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Ask the Viking
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Email
Access your SSU email after you pay your deposit.