City Rankings
Best Colleges in Salem, Oregon
Top colleges in Salem ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $48,932
Top Colleges in Salem
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Willamette University #546 national | $56,911 |
| 2 | Corban University #1177 national | $48,917 |
| 3 | Chemeketa Community College #2188 national | $40,968 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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