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2026-27 cycleShepherdstown, WV
Shepherd University
Shepherd University is a public liberal arts university located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The university offers undergraduate programs in fields such as nursing, business, education, computer science, and environmental studies on a historic campus along the Potomac River.
Acceptance rate
97%
Undergrad enrollment
3,032
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$45
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action | November 15, 2026 |
| ScholarshipSupplemental Funding Scholarship Priority Deadline | April 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidWV Higher Education Grant Priority Deadline | April 15, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionFall Regular / Rolling Final Deadline | August 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer General Deadline | August 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Shepherd University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.