Shepherd University

Accepts first-year applications Midwest Public Rural Medium (2,001 to 14,999) Co-Ed No personal essay required - First Year No letter of recommendation required - First Year Test Optional/Flexible - First Year No letter of recommendation required - Transfer

Academic Programs

• Art & Design
• Business
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Economics
• Education
• Finance/Accounting
• Government/Political Science
• Health Science
• Liberal Arts
• Music
• Nursing
• Performing Arts
• Psychology
• Science
• Social Science
• Technology
• Visual Arts

Student experience

• Athletics
• Co-op/Internship Opportunities
• Disability Services
• Greek Life
• Intramural/Club Sports
• LGBTQIA Services
• Military/Veteran Services
• Night Class Offerings
• On-Campus Housing
• Study Abroad
• Undergraduate Research
• Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

A first year applicant is a student who has never attended a college or university after graduating from high school. Students who took dual enrollment courses during high school are still considered First Year Students. First time freshman are required to submit high school transcripts and SAT/ACT scores to complete their application for admission.

Transfer students are those who have previously attended another college or university prior to applying to Shepherd. Students will less than 24 college credits will be required to submit high school transcripts and SAT/ACT scores for admissions requirements.

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