Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 878 and 1140 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 23
Popular programs at Shepherd University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 75 | |
| 2 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 71 | |
| 3 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 62 | |
| 4 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 47 | |
| 5 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 37 | |
| 6 | Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | 36 | |
| 7 | Biology, General. | 31 | |
| 8 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 28 | |
| 9 | Psychology, General. | 24 | |
| 10 | Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | 23 | |
| 11 | Sociology. | 19 | |
| 12 | Social Work. | 18 | |
| 13 | English Language and Literature, General. | 15 | |
| 14 | History. | 15 | |
| 15 | Communication and Media Studies. | 14 | |
| 16 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 11 | |
| 17 | Chemistry. | 11 | |
| 18 | Accounting and Related Services. | 10 | |
| 19 | Economics. | 7 | |
| 20 | Political Science and Government. | 6 |
Showing top 20 of 28 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Shepherd University?
Shepherd University has an acceptance rate of 97% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Shepherd University?
Admitted students at Shepherd University typically score between 878 and 1140 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Shepherd University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Shepherd University is approximately $11,363 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Shepherd University?
4-year graduation rate data for Shepherd University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.