Shepherd University Demographics & Diversity Overview

26%
Minority Students
61%
Female Students
NaN%
International
15
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Shepherd University has a diverse student body with 26% students of color and NaN% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
73.9%(1,980)
Hispanic
7.7%(206)
African American
7.4%(198)
Asian
2.1%(57)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%(8)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(3)
Two or More Races
5.9%(158)
Unknown
2.6%(69)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color26%
Total Enrollment3,235
International StudentsNaN%

Cultural Engagement

Shepherd University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Shepherd University has a gender distribution of 61% female students and 39% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
38.7%(1,051)
Women
61.3%(1,667)

Gender Statistics

Men1,051

32% of total enrollment

Women1,667

52% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Shepherd University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 60% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 19% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
5.7%(154)
18-19
31.1%(844)
20-21
28.5%(774)
22-24
16.1%(437)
25+
18.7%(509)

Graduate Student Ages

Under 18
0.2%(1)
20-21
1.2%(6)
22-24
13.7%(71)
25+
84.9%(439)

Age Diversity Insights

60%

Traditional Age (18-21)

19%

Non-Traditional (25+)

16%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Shepherd University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with NaN% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes NaN% in-state residents, NaN% out-of-state students, and NaN% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

International
100.0%(3)

Regional Representation

International3

NaN% of student body

States Represented

15 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

26%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

61%

Female Students

Global Reach

NaN%

International

Age Diversity

19%

Non-Traditional Age