by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 2,716 undergraduates in 2020, Shepherd University is a small, public university located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Shepherd University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Shepherd University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Shepherd University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Individuals with disabilities make up 8.0% of the student population at Shepherd University. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Shepherd University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Shepherd University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information, check out our Shepherd University for Veterans Guide.
Shepherd University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Shepherd University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,716 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 2,255 (83.0%). Part-time attendance was 461 (17.0%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2,255 | 461 | 2,716 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Shepherd University is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Shepherd University #1368 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Shepherd University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Shepherd University Diversity Guide.
Shepherd University has a total of 340 student athletes, 226 men and 114 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $3,571,763 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $3,405,892 |
| Net | $165,871 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Shepherd University Athletics