Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, West Virginia · Public · Founded N/A
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$43,726
Acceptance Rate
96%
Graduation Rate
49%
Annual Tuition
$8,642
At a Glance
Total Students
2,375
Retention Rate
72%
Faculty Ratio
16
Financial Aid
41%
Median Debt
$21,600
Campus Setting
Rural
Institution Type
Public
Founded
N/A
Institution Overview
Shepherd University is a public institution with a student body of 2,375. The university has a high acceptance rate of 95.7%. The retention rate is 72.1%, and the graduation rate is 48.7%. The median debt for students is $21,600, and 41.1% of students receive financial aid.
The in-state tuition at Shepherd University is $8,642. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $43,801. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $43,726, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $49,358.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$44k
1 YEAR
$44k
5 YEARS
$49k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Shepherd University alumni earn a median salary of $43,801. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $43,726. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $49,358. The median debt for graduates is $21,600.
Shepherd University has a student body of 2,375. The university has a high acceptance rate of 95.7%. The graduation rate is 48.7%, and the retention rate is 72.1%. The in-state tuition is $8,642, and 41.1% of students receive financial aid.
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Campus Location
Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Shepherd University is located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The campus is in a rural setting.