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Shepherd University

Shepherdstown, WV

Overview

  • Type
    4-year • Public
  • Campus Life
    Small • Rural
  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $12K
  • SAT Range
    960–1160
  • Graduation Rate
    48%

Shepherd University is a small, 4-year, public university. This coed college is located in a rural setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. This college has an acceptance rate of 96% and a graduation rate of 48%.

From the Institution

Established in 1871, Shepherd University is a public liberal arts college offering more than 100 programs of study to the residents of West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. Set on a 323-acre campus perched high above the Potomac River, Shepherd provides the 2,800 student population a personal touch with a 14:1 student to faculty ratio and an average class size of 14. Located only 90 minutes from Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, the university offers a wide variety of internship and job opportunities in local entrepreneurial initiatives as well as in national and international industries. Shepherd's safe and convenient location opens a world of vibrant cultural and educational possibilities to students. The university fields 15 NCAA Division II athletic teams and offers more than 100 clubs and organizations, many with a strong emphasis on student community service. Shepherd University is a military-friendly campus and is a proud partner in the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program.

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College Board Code
5615
Application Types Accepted
  • Common Application
  • Online through college's own website
Fee Waiver Info
Available to all qualified students. Visit the college website for details.

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Contact Information

Important Dates

Dates are subject to change so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college’s website.

August 15
Regular Application Due
August 23
Financial Aid Application Due

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