Can you get into Shepherd University?
Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Shepherd University admits about 96% of applicants, making it accessible. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 900–1140, ACT composites around 20–24, about a 3.60 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Shepherd University is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Shepherd University admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 96%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 900–1140
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 20–24
- Average GPA
- 3.60
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Shepherd University?
- Shepherd University has an acceptance rate of about 96%, which makes it accessible based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Shepherd University?
- Admitted students at Shepherd University have an average GPA of about 3.60. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Shepherd University?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Shepherd University have SAT scores between 900–1140 and ACT composites between 20–24.
- What are my chances of getting into Shepherd University?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Shepherd University is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.