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Shepherd University
Shepherd University
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV . 4 Year 3.5
#1515 in Best Colleges in America
301 NORTH KING ST SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV 25443

Overview

Shepherd University is a public university situated in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Established in 1871, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including liberal arts, business, education, social and natural sciences. The university is known for its small class sizes, which promote personalized attention and active learning. The campus, located in the historic and scenic Shenandoah Valley, provides a vibrant student life with various clubs, organizations, and athletic programs. Shepherd University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community and prioritizes hands-on learning and community service.

Rankings

  • 98

    #98 in Best College Locations in America

  • 5

    #5 in Best Value Colleges in West Virginia

  • 268

    #268 in Best Colleges for Chemistry in America

  • Best College Locations in America 98 of 1,527
  • Best Colleges for Chemistry in America 268 of 646
  • Safest College Campuses in America 276 of 1,306

Academics

  • B Academics
  • BValue
  • B+Diversity
  • BCampus
  • BAthletics
  • B Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • ALocation
  • BDorms
  • BCampus Food
  • B Student Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    69 Graduates
  • Business
    57 Graduates
  • Nursing
    56 Graduates
  • Biology
    32 Graduates
  • Sociology
    28 Graduates
  • Information Science
    27 Graduates
  • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
    27 Graduates
  • High School Education
    26 Graduates
  • Communications
    24 Graduates
  • Psychology
    22 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 96%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $45
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    960-1180
  • ACT Range
    19-26
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,767
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    96%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    44%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    2,040 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    410
  • Undergrads Over 25
    13%
  • Pell Grant
    35%
  • Varsity Athletes
    16%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)

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