$7,328
$17,873
not including room and board
in-state out-of-state More Financial Details91%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,421 |
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| Declined | + 125 |
| Total Received | 1,546 |
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| Name | Location |
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| Marshall University | Huntington, WV |
| Marymount University | Arlington, VA |
| West Virginia University | Morgantown, WV |
| Fairmont State University | Fairmont, WV |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Bethany College | Bethany, WV |
| Bridgewater College | Bridgewater, VA |
| University of Maryland, College Park | College Park, MD |
| The University of Tampa | Tampa, FL |
| Washington College | Chestertown, MD |
| SAT | 5615 |
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| ACT | 4532 |
Shepherd University, founded in 1871, is a public liberal arts university. Programs are offered through the schools of Arts and Humanities, Business and Social Sciences, Education and Professional Studies, and Natural Science and Mathematics. Its 320-acre campus is located in historic Shepherdstown, 65 miles from Washington, DC.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 3,779 |
| Established in | 1871 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • IACBE (International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education) • NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • NRPA (National Recreation and Park Association) |
325-acre campus in Shepherdstown (population: 1,991), 65 miles from Washington, DC. Major airport serves Washington, DC; smaller airport and bus serve Hagerstown, MD (20 miles); train serves Harpers Ferry (eight miles). School provides transportation around campus.
Shepherd University
301 North King Street
Shepherdstown, WV 25443-5000
| Application fee | $45 |
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| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline |
February 1 (priority deadline) August 15 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | November 15 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
91%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,421 |
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| Declined | + 125 |
| Total Received | 1,546 |
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Kristen Lorenz
Director of Admissions
P: 800 344-5231, extension 5212
F: 304 876-5165
admission@shepherd.edu
| Tuition | $7,328 |
| Room | $4,520 |
| Board | $4,198 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $17,046 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $12,399 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $4,647 |
77%
$12,399
Need-based
| Federal | $4,743,820 |
| State | $1,540,616 |
| Institutional | $362,016 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $6,646,452 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $2,345,011 |
| Institutional | $3,459,281 |
| Other external | $519,293 |
| Total | $6,323,535 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.00 College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of Some |
Minimum transfers must complete
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| Countries most often represented |
Australia Canada China Ghana Hong Kong Mexico |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Konrad Turnbull
Admissions Counselor
304 876-5212
kturnbul@shepherd.edu
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