Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Shepherd University
Shepherd University is a public university in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, United States. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In the fall of 2023, the university enrolled 3,274 students.
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97%
Acceptance
$11,363
Net price
2,344
Enrollment
51%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
97%
Acceptance rate
1,034
SAT average
23
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$11,363
Average net price
$9,056
In-state tuition
$19,082
Out-of-state tuition
$12,916
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$19,601
Total cost of attendance
29%
Students receiving Pell grants
39%
Students with federal loans
$21,600
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$49,358
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$43,726
Median earnings (6 yrs)
51%
Graduation rate
71%
Retention rate
75%
Earn more than a HS grad
$8,565
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,344
Total enrollment
8%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
41%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Shepherd University FAQ
Is Shepherd University a public or private school?
Shepherd University is a public institution located in Shepherdstown, WV.
What is the acceptance rate at Shepherd University?
Shepherd University has an acceptance rate of 97%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Shepherd University cost?
The average annual net price at Shepherd University is $11,363 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $9,056 in-state and $19,082 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Shepherd University?
About 51% of students at Shepherd University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Shepherd University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Shepherd University students earn a median of $49,358 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Shepherd University?
Admitted students at Shepherd University have an average SAT score of 1,034 and an ACT midpoint of 23. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Shepherd University?
Shepherd University enrolls about 2,344 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — John.Packard · CC BY-SA 4.0. Additional images are representative.
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