2025-26 Viewbook

DID YOU KNOW...

PROVIDING REAL-WORLD SUPPORT SO YOU CAN

BE REAL-WORLD READY

Shepherd has all the resources you need to succeed – and not just in the classroom! The Suzanne Shipley Wellness Center, Counseling Services, and the Health Center are ready to help you feel your best.

Take a break from studying and visit the Student Center Game Zone, where you can bowl, play a round of pool, or enjoy its selection of board games and arcade machines.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER

COUNSELING SERVICES

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

Worried about an upcoming final?

Need help figuring out which course credits you need to complete your degree? The Academic Support Center offers services like peer tutoring, learning-skills instruction, and academic advising to keep you on track.

Schedule free confidential counseling with licensed, clinical practitioners who specialize in college students’ needs.

Students with documented disabilities are offered accommodations such as extended test-taking, reduced distraction environments, alternative testing formats, preferential seating, and residential arrangements.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Sometimes the adjustment to college can be challenging, but the Student Success Center is here to help. Build personalized success plans with success coaches or enroll in the Shepherd Success Academy (first-year students only) and learn how to manage coursework, utilize campus resources, and improve study skills.

INTERNSHIPS Campus is only 90 minutes from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland, so we can connect you with the best organizations, businesses, and government entities in the country to help jumpstart your career.

TRIO Students with financial needs, disabilities, or who are first-generation college students gain access to staff who monitor their academic progress and assist them with academic advising, tutoring, and more.

CAREER SERVICES Career Services provides assistance with résumé building, mock interviews, job searches, and graduate school applications. The office coordinates the annual CareerFest which brings 100+ employers to campus for a career fair.

BECOMING A RAM MEANS

JOINING A COMMUNITY

(a.k.a. the Ram Fam)

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

THE ARTS

Find your fit in the Ram Fam! Shepherd offers more than 90 clubs and organizations for students to discover and enjoy, from social groups and games to professional organizations, Shepherd has something for you. Find your community through:

Shepherd University is a hub for the arts in Shepherdstown, W.Va. With opprotunities to share your creativity from art exhibits to the annual theater festival. Create something inspiring through these opportunities:

¡ Debate and Forensics Team

¡ Music ensembles

¡ The Picket student newspaper

¡ Dance Team

¡ Professional, service, and social fraternities and sororities

¡ In-Focus Photography Club

¡ Rams Care - Mental Health Awareness ¡ Rowdy Rams

¡ Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players

¡ Stubblefield Institute Civility Club

¡ Sans Merci literary journal

¡ WHSC Radio Station

¡ Shepherd University Theater

¡ And more.

¡ Visual Arts Collective

READY TO GET INVOLVED?

¡ Ram Band

To view a complete list of the clubs and organizations at Shepherd, scan the QR code or visit www.shepherd.edu/clubsandorganizations.

A PLACE FOR YOU TO GROW VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Giving back is part of who we are, join one of our on campus or local organizations and help our community thrive!

FIELD TRIPS To Washington, D.C., Baltimore, New York City, Philadelphia, and more.

SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Just one block from campus, the historic town features lively restaurants, charming shops, local festivals, live music, and performing arts.

OUTDOOR RECREATION From kayaking on the Potomac to hiking at one of our neighboring National Parks.

LIVING HISTORY You can explore the rich history of the area first-hand at nearby sites like Antietam, Harpers Ferry, and Gettysburg!

CAMPUS EVENTS There’s always something going on at Shepherd! From exciting games to enchanting concerts, there’s something here for you.

CONNECT WITH US /ShepherdUniversity @shepherdu Shepherd University

TRADITIONAL HALLS Traditional residence halls offer more options for those interested in our single-room experiences with roommates.

Restrooms are shared with nine other students living in a hall wing; each restroom has private stalls and showers with changing areas.

THACHER HALL

Shaw and Thacher Halls Students in Shaw and Thacher Halls are typically assigned to two-person rooms, but students may request an individual room. Both halls have study lounges with community kitchens on the second and third floors and vending machines in the lobbies. Free laundry facilities are on the second floors. Shaw Hall is located on the west side of campus with a great view of the Shepherd Rams baseball diamond — Fairfax Field.

Thacher Hall is also on the west side of campus, across the street from the beach volleyball courts.

SUITE-STYLE HALLS Suite-style halls offer a great middle ground between traditional halls and apartment living. Suites are typically shared between four or five students and feature extra amenities, including additional living space and semi-private bathrooms

MILLER HALL

POTOMAC PLACE

Miller Hall Miller Hall offers an intimate environment and a close-knit community. Each of the seven suites accommodates four to five students and includes a full kitchen. The building also features vending machines and free laundry facilities.

Miller Hall is home to the Office of Residence Life.

Potomac Place Potomac Place is Shepherd University’s newest residence hall, offering single- and double-occupancy suites designed for comfortable, modern campus living. Convenient study lounges on each floor make collaboration easy, while community spaces on the main floor—like the full kitchen and main lobby—provide plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow Rams. Grab a quick bite at Riverside Market, one of Shepherd’s four dining locations, located on the first floor. And when it’s time to unwind, the beach volleyball courts are just steps away.

West Woods West Woods is a neighborhood of six suite-style residence halls: Boteler, Burkhart, Lurry, Martin, Moler, and Yost.

Each hall has three floors each containing four suites, with exterior access on each floor. A West Woods suite consists of a living room, bathroom, and two bedrooms. Free laundry facilities are in Boteler Hall, and the Shepherd University Police Department is in Moler Hall. Martin Hall is reserved for students in the Honors Program and features an honors study lounge.

WEST WOODS

APARTMENT-STYLE HALLS The apartments provide the perfect opportunity for independent living. These halls feature a private bathroom, living room, and full kitchen. The apartments are reserved for upperclassmen as well as graduate and transfer students.

Dunlop and Printz Halls Dunlop and Printz Halls are located across from the tennis and soccer complexes on West Campus. Each building has three levels of 12 apartments with two or three bedrooms.

Three-bedroom units have two bathrooms. Vending machines and free laundry facilities are in the lobby of each building.

DUNLOP AND PRINTZ HALLS

WHEN YOU’RE HERE

YOU’RE HOME

As the #1 college campus location in West Virginia (Niche 2024), Shepherdstown is the perfect place to create an exciting life for yourself. With a supportive community and an array of things to do, this town will be your second home.

ON-CAMPUS DINING Our four unique locations within our residential and commuter meal plans offer made-to-order meals and drinks, an all-you-caneat option, pop-up dining events, vegetarian and vegan options, and allergen-friendly options.

PARK WITH EASE For $70 per year, access our commuter and residential parking lots on East and West Campuses. Parking passes can be purchased online or by visiting the Shepherd University Police Department in Moler Hall.

FIND YOUR COMMUNITY Our home of Jefferson County is the perfect place for exploring new interests and discovering new horizons. Serving as a home and neighbor to National Parks, outdoor recreation, and eclectic towns like Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry, and Charles Town, there is no shortage of things to do and people to meet.

Meal Plan

Cost

Details Per Semester

Student Eligibility

Where can I use my Meal plan?

Gold Plan

$2,915

Unlimited in Ram’s Den $300 dining dollars

¡ All students

¡ All on-campus dining facilities ¡ 10 meals per week can be used as “exchanges” in campus retail operations

Blue Plan

$2,625

15 meals per week $300 dining dollars

¡ All students

¡ All on-campus dining facilities ¡ 7 meals per week can be used as “exchanges” in campus retail operations

Ram Plan

$1,635

125 meals per semester $400 dining dollars

¡ Must have 90+ credit hours ¡ Apartment resident ¡ Commuter

¡ All on-campus dining facilities ¡ Up to 2 meal exchanges per mealtime block; up to 75 retail exchanges per semester.

Shepherd Block

$800

50 meals per semester $350 dining dollars

¡ Apartment resident ¡ Commuter

¡ All on-campus dining facilities ¡ Up to 2 meal exchanges per mealtime block

All Dining Dollars

$350

$375 dining dollars

¡ Apartment resident ¡ Commuter

¡ All on-campus dining facilities

Den Block

$285

30 meals per semester

¡ Apartment resident ¡ Commuter

¡ All on-campus dining facilities ¡ Up to 2 meal exchanges per mealtime block

Residence Halls

Cost Per Semester

Shaw and Thacher Hall

$2,899 double

(Traditional Halls)

Potomac Place (Suite-Style Halls)

Miller Hall and West Woods (Suite-Style Halls)

Dunlop and Printz Apartments (Apartment-Style Halls)

(By Occupancy)

$3,856 single

$3,760 double $4,999 single

$3,719 double $4,946 single

Housing Details ¡ Bedrooms along shared hallway ¡ Shared bathroom with private stalls ¡ One or two residents in each room ¡ Updated laminate flooring ¡ Bathrooms cleaned by staff ¡ Two bedrooms with shared foyer area ¡ Two residents per in-suite bathroom ¡ Microwave and mini-fridge provided ¡ Study lounges and community kitchen ¡ Riverside dining center on first floor ¡ Two bedrooms with one bathroom ¡ Shared, furnished living room ¡ Exterior room doors ¡ Central community kitchen

Regular Style $4,140 double $5,656 single

¡ Two bedrooms with one bathroom ¡ Full kitchen with range, stove, and fridge ¡ Furnished living room

Deluxe Style $4,209 double $5,890 single

¡ Three bedrooms with two bathrooms ¡ Full kitchen with range, stove, and fridge ¡ Furnished living room

Rates for Fall 2025. Rates are subject to change.

Meal Plan Requirement ¡ Gold Plan ¡ Blue Plan ¡ Ram Block (must have 90+ credit hours)

¡ Gold Plan ¡ Blue Plan ¡ Ram Block (must have 90+ credit hours)

¡ Gold Plan ¡ Blue Plan ¡ Ram Block (must have 90+ credit hours)

¡ Meal plan not required ¡ All residential and commuter meal plans available

Eligibility ¡ First-Years ¡ Sophomores ¡ Juniors ¡ Seniors ¡ Graduates ¡ First-Years ¡ Sophomores ¡ Juniors ¡ Seniors ¡ Graduates ¡ First-Year Honors ¡ Sophomores ¡ Juniors ¡ Seniors ¡ Graduates

¡ Sophomores ¡ Juniors ¡ Seniors ¡ Graduates

A DRIVE WORTH TAKING ENJOY STUDENT LIFE WHILE LIVING AT HOME

Whether you’re on campus or in town, you’ll find welcoming community spaces to connect with fellow Rams or recharge on your own — from cozy coffee shops and study spaces to the commuter lounge.

COMMUTER LOUNGE

STUDENT CENTER

Located in Stutzman-Slonaker Hall, the Commuter Lounge offers a kitchen and lounge area for studying and gathering. The lounge is conveniently located along North King Street, where most students will be taking many of their classes.

Directly across from the Scarborough Library is the Student Center, which is open daily with multiple locations to eat, study, relax, and play. The Student Center is also the campus hub for leadership and programming, with offices for the Student Government Association, Program Board, and Office of Student Activities and Leadership.

DR. RUTH SCARBOROUGH LIBRARY Private study rooms are available for reservation on the first and second floors of the Scarborough Library, and the Quiet Study Floor is the perfect place to focus on coursework. After library hours, commuter and residential students can continue their studies in the 24-Hour Room.

“

I chose Shepherd because of its location.

I love Shepherdstown and everything the town has to offer, and it’s also about 30 minutes away from my home.

”

-ABIGAIL MCCOY ‘25

DOWNTOWN SHEPHERDSTOWN Only one block from campus, downtown Shepherdstown is lined with cafés and coffee shops for Rams to connect and study together.

The small-town atmosphere is also perfect for taking walks and decompressing in between classes.

DON’T MISS OUT ON JOINING THE RAM FAM! FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS

TRANSFER STUDENTS

¡ Complete the Shepherd University online application or apply through the Common App.

¡ Students who have earned at least 24 college-level credits with a 2.0 cumulative college GPA at an accredited institution can apply to transfer to Shepherd.

¡ Submit the $45 application fee or an approved application fee waiver. ¡ Send an official high school transcript* or GED/TASC/HiSET to Shepherd either electronically to admission@shepherd.edu or via mail to: Shepherd University Office of Admissions P.O. Box 5000 Shepherdstown, WV 25443 ¡ Send your SAT or ACT scores. While Shepherd is test score optional, we encourage you to send SAT/ACT scores, as they help determine placement for math, English, and economics courses. ¡ Submit a personal statement with your application (recommended).

¡ Complete the Shepherd University online application. Students transferring with more than 30 credits must declare a major. ¡ Submit the $45 application fee or an approved application fee waiver. ¡ Send all official college transcripts*, or your high school transcript/ diploma equivalency if you’ve completed less than 24 credits, to Shepherd either electronically to admission@shepherd.edu or via mail to: Shepherd University Office of Admissions P.O. Box 5000 Shepherdstown, WV 25443 ¡ Submit a personal statement with your application (recommended).

SCAN to APPLY

More information: www.shepherd.edu/transfer-students

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY TEST CODES

SAT: 5615 ACT: 4532

APPLICATION DEADLINE for Fall 2026 August 1, 2025 (first-year students and transfers)

*Please note that official transcripts are sent in a sealed, signature-stamped envelope or electronically sent from the issuing institution directly to Shepherd University. Print transcripts opened by the student or electronic transcripts forwarded are considered

WE CAN HELP FUND YOUR FUTURE At Shepherd, we believe in providing access to an affordable education. That’s why we can extend exceptional rates through various scholarships and discounted tuition programs.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR IN-STATE ¡ Director’s ($1,000) ¡ Dean’s ($2,000)

DID YOU KNOW...

87% of Shepherd students receive financial aid l 100+ scholarships are available l

¡ President’s ($3,000)

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR OUT-OF-STATE ¡ Director’s ($3,000) ¡ Dean’s ($4,000) ¡ President’s ($5,000) ¡ Metro Scholarship ($5,500)

NEED HELP? Our admissions and financial aid counselors are ready to answer your questions!

ADMISSIONS

304-876-5212 admission@shepherd.edu

FINANCIAL AID

304-876-5470 faoweb@shepherd.edu

To receive institutional aid from Shepherd, students must file a FAFSA. Shepherd University FAFSA code: 003822

SCAN here for FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

YOUR RAM FAM IS HERE TO HELP! OFFICE NAME

PHONE

EMAIL

TRiO Support Services

304-876-5775

N/A

Accessibility Services

304-876-5122

accessibility@shepherd.edu

Residence Life

304-876-5172

residencelife@shepherd.edu

Student Success Center

304-876-5214

N/A

Athletics

304-876-5481

N/A

Don’t see what you’re looking for?

Give us a call at 304-876-5000 and we can answer any questions or direct you to the answer.

A WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION AT AN

AFFORDABLE PRICE 2024-2025

In-State Resident

Out-of-State Resident

Tuition and Fees

$9,045

$19,343

Room and Board

$11,554

$11,554

Total

$20,599

$30,897

As of Fall 2025. Rates are subject to change. Listed costs are based on two semesters with a minimum of 12 credits. Room and board are based on double occupancy in a traditionalstyle residence hall and a Gold meal plan.

APPLY TODAY

VISIT CAMPUS

EARLY ACTION DEADLINE November 15

Sign up for an open house, campus tour, or admission counselor appointment.

APPLY ONLINE

www.shepherd.edu/apply

www.shepherd.edu/visit

APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID We can help you find grants, loans, and scholarships to make your tuition more manageable.

www.shepherd.edu/financialaid