Shepherd University
Shepherd University is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Shepherdstown, WV. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - professional practice. The 2020 tuition & fees at Shepherd University is $7,784 for West Virginia residents and $18,224 for out-of-state students. 63% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $6,800 at Shepherd University. The school has a total enrollment of 6,106 and student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%). The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $43,000. The salary range after graduation from Shepherd University varies by field of study and the average salary range $25,100 to $58,300.
Directory Information
| Address | 301 North King St, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 304-876-5000 |
| WEB | www.shepherd.edu/ |
| Admission | www.shepherd.edu/admissions |
| Online Application | www.shepherd.edu/admissions/apply-to-shepherd |
| Financial Aid | www.shepherd.edu/financialaid |
| Net Price Calculator | https://shepherd.studentaidcalculator.com/ |
| Athletic | www.shepherd.edu/institutional-research/ir-data |
| Disability Service | www.shepherd.edu/disability |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - professional practice |
2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2020 tuition and fees are $7,784 for in-state students and $18,224 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2020 tuition and fees are $8,550 for in-state students and $12,402 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $8,027 for West Virginia residents and $18,402 for out-of-state students. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $8,848 for West Virginia residents and $12,947 for out-of-state students.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $43,000. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $58,300 after graduating from Shepherd University.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,784 | $18,224 |
| Graduate | $8,550 | $12,402 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,027 | $18,402 |
| Graduate | $8,848 | $12,947 |
The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2020 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at Shepherd University is 96% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 37%. The average graduation rate is 49%. Total 6,106 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Admission Stats » | 96% Acceptance Rate / 37% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,070 SAT / 65 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 49% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 12% |
| Retention Rate | 69%(full-time), 50% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.25% (16 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 6,106 (5,143 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $6,800 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $43,000 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $25,100 - $58,300 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Shepherd University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs which designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers . Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
It provides a number of student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of Shepherd University.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,114 |
