School Summary

Shepherd University


General Information:

Founded in 1871, Shepherd University is seated on 325 acres located in Jefferson county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 14:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 600. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

301 N King St

Sheperdstown, WV
25443
For more information call: 304 876-5000. This school has a website at https://www.shepherd.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.shepherd.edu/admissions/apply-to-shepherd


Application Deadline: August
Application Fee: $45
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: ACT/SAT Scores
Application Requirements:
Required Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $6,702.00 $15,774.00
Room and Board $11,308.00 $11,308.00
Fees $1,994.00 $1,994.00
Total $20,004.00 $29,076.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.shepherd.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: 3-2 Degree Program, No degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Lower competition - Most freshmen were not in the top 50 % of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or below 19 on ACT; up to 95% of applicants accepted (not 100%).

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 1% 1%
600-699 21% 11%
500-599 48% 52%
400-499 28% 31%
300-399 2% 5%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 5%
24-29 40%
18-23 45%
12-17 10%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A



Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis

Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,051
Female 1,667
Total 2,718


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,153
Female 2,008
Total 3,161

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 2%
African American 8%
Hispanic 8%
Native American 0%
White 71%
Other 10%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 85%
At Least 25 Years Old 15%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 67%
Out Of State 33%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 27%
Live Off Campus 73%


Homecoming, Midnight Breakfast, Relay for Life

Relay for Life, Student Government Association, Ram Marching Band, Sigma Sigma Sigma, Program Board


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 19.0101                                           Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 19.0501                                           Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 51.0001                                           Health and Wellness, General
  • 03.0103                                           Environmental Studies
  • 30.2001                                           International/Globalization Studies
  • 27.0304                                           Computational and Applied Mathematics
  • 05.0122                                           Regional Studies (US, Canadian, Foreign)
  • 11.0103                                           Information Technology
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 31.0101                                           Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 14.0901                                           Computer Engineering, General
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 44.0701                                           Social Work
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 14.1301                                           Engineering Science
  • 30.1901                                           Nutrition Sciences
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.