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Shepherd University

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$12,651Avg. Net Price
44%Grad Rate
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Shepherd University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is SHEPHERD's enrollment deposit?

Shepherd University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

Shepherd University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

10.00%

Shepherd University is in the top 10.00% of colleges in the state of West Virginia for deposit cost. 21.43% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

7.00%

Shepherd University is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Shepherd University educates a diverse community of 4,252 students, with 2,987 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,265 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

4,252


Total Undergraduates

2,987

Total Graduates

1,265


Full-Time vs Part-Time

70% Full-Time

30% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Shepherd University has a 96% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $45. Shepherd University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1010 and the average ACT score is 21.


Acceptance Rate

96%


Application Fee

$45


SAT

Students submitting SAT

60%

Total Score

400

1600

9001140

Reading and Writing

200

800

470580

Math

200

800

430560

ACT

Students submitting ACT

8%

Composite Score

0

36

2024

English

0

36

2026

Math

0

36

1726

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Location

Located in Shepherdstown, WV, Shepherd University offers students a rural experience with all the advantages of a peaceful setting away from urban distractions.


City

Shepherdstown


County

Jefferson County


State

West Virginia


Country

United States


Urbanization

Rural: Fringe

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About

Shepherd University features a student-focused approach with a 16 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

16 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

Shepherd University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $12,651 with 97% of students receiving financial assistance including 27% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$12,651


Received Aid

97%


Pell Recipients

27%


Tuition

$3,144 In-State

$3,144 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Shepherd University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 0% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,154 (39%)
Women
1,833 (61%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
254 (9%)
18-19
916 (32%)
20-21
810 (28%)
22-24
383 (13%)
Over 25
543 (19%)

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Outcomes

Shepherd University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 44% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

44%

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