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At SHIP YOU are the center of everything we do.

We support your passions, your interests, and your dreams with a 150-year tradition of excellence. A nationally ranked reputation ensures a smart investment. At Shippensburg University you can pursue your goals, foster new relationships, and achieve the future you want.

The Ship family is waiting for you. Join 71,000+ alumni, 6,100+ students, and devoted faculty and staff. Find the person you’ve always wanted to become. At Ship you

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SET YOUR We’re here to help you map out the path to your own unique adventure.

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Our highly-qualified faculty are leaders in their fields and teach small classes—23 people on average. For every 17 students at Ship, we have one faculty member dedicated to your support. Our 250+ programs offer the variety you need to succeed. Not sure what you want to do? Exploratory Studies helps you find your way to the major and career path that is right for you.

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At SHIP YOU have endless academic opportunities and a community of expert faculty committed to your success.

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Ship professors are focused on real-world challenges and building partnerships as leaders in their fields. You will conduct vital research, solve problems, and make a difference in the world while gaining the hands-on experience you need to stand out in your field.

• Ship leads the State System in faculty Fulbright scholars • 90% of Ship faculty hold the highest degree in their discipline

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I had some of the greatest teachers and professors at Ship and that really helped me to be successful in my career.”

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Dr. Khalid Mumin ’95 | Educator, Pennsylvania Superintendent of the Year—2021

At SHIP YOU have access to unique learning opportunities right on campus.

• Research with the Center for Land Use and Sustainability • Invest and trade with a live portfolio in the Brad E. Hollinger Stock Trading Room • Bring history to life in the Fashion Archives and Museum • Educate future generations at the Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School, the only public lab school in the state • Inspire change in our communities with the Shippensburg Community Resource Coalition

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With nearly 250 programs, Ship offers accredited and industry-aligned undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, preparing the workforce of the future, today.

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Dr. Claire Jantz’s work is transforming the South Mountain landscape from a region with little support available—to partners wanting to make meaningful data driven decisions about land use planning, transportation, conservation, recreation, and sustainability.”

—Katie Hess, director of South Mountain Partnership and director of PA Landscape Conservation Appalachian Trail Conservancy.

Dr. Claire Jantz | Professor of Geography/Earth Science | Director for the Center for Land Use and Sustainability

EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATOR PREPARATION ACCREDITATION

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At SHIP YOU get the career support you need from day one.

The Career Mentoring and Professional Development Center is your internship and job placement resource. From the day you step on campus until you graduate, expert staff help you polish your resume, navigate your job search, and prepare for an interview.

The Career Center has a 100% approval rating from participating students according to niche.com.

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With over 2,000 employers actively recruiting Ship students, we’re ready to help you land your dream job!

• Job and internship fairs • Resume workshops • Ship Connects platform connecting students to alumni • Alumni job shadow and mentor program • Hersheypark Leadership Development partnership • Professional dress closet offering free professional wardrobe options for students

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Internships have been so important in my college journey. I am able to take the things I am learning in the classroom and apply them to real-world experiences.”

Taylor Hauck ’22 | Marketing | Intern, Volvo Construction Equipment

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CAMPUS CLIMATE COMMITMENT

We take sustainability seriously with energy efficient practices and academic programs dedicated to creating a more sustainable future.

In fact, we have several majors dedicated to environmental wellness. Our campus farm and community garden gives students a place to grow their learning. StewardShip Week brings the campus together annually for sustainabilityfocused programs and a celebration of Earth Day. In 2020, the university signed a climate commitment to a future integrating carbon neutrality and community resilience planning.

At SHIP YOU can immerse yourself in campus life and more than 200 clubs or organizations.

We offer plenty of opportunities for community service, recreation, professional development, Greek life, and much more. If you don’t find your interests represented, Ship empowers you to start your own club.

Enjoy world-class entertainment at the Luhrs Performing Arts Center or appreciate the artistic skill of fellow students and world renowned artists displayed at the Kauffman Gallery. Our studentrun Activities Programming Board (APB) offers year-long activities and events in the student union building from movie night in our movie theatre, to escape rooms, comedians, billiards, and gaming.

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We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

With a university culture that encourages participation and inclusion, we grow and learn from one another. With outstanding activities, support organizations, and resources, Ship empowers all members of the campus community to be their best.

Office of Accessibility Resources ■ Office of Equity, Inclusion and Compliance (EIC) ■ Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) ■ Pride Center ■ Women’s Center ■ Spiritual Center

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AT SHIP YOU

◂ Scan the QR code and visit our Program Finder for more information about any of our programs including program requirements, alumni profiles, internships, career possibilities, and more.

have major choices. Undecided? We have a whole center dedicated to your

educational journey. And, if you ever veer off into uncharted waters, the faculty and staff in our Student Success Center are happy to steer you back on course.

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* Denotes accredited academic programs

Art and Design

Business

Economic, Political, and Geographic Sciences

Art (BA) Secondary Education Certification * Interdisciplinary Arts (BA)

Accounting (BSBA) * Business Administration (Major Undecided) Entrepreneurship (BSBA) * Finance (BSBA) * Personal Financial Planning Management (BSBA) * Human Resource Management International Management Management Management Information Systems (BSBA) * Marketing (BSBA) * Digital Marketing and Analytics Marketing Management Supply Chain Management (BSBA) * Logistics Management

Economics (BS) Business Data Science Mathematics Political Science Public Administration Social Science Geography (BS) Geographic Information Systems Geoenvironmental Science (BS) Political Science (BA) International Public Service (BS) Sustainability (BS) Environmental Conservation

Communication, Journalism and Media

Education

Behavioral and Social Sciences Communication Studies (BA) Criminal Justice (BS) * Psychology (BA) Sociology (BA) Social Work (BSW)

Biological and Physical Sciences Biology (BS) Biotechnology Clinical Sciences Ecology, Environmental and Conservation Health Professions Secondary Education Certification * Chemistry (BS) * Biochemistry Forensics Medical Sciences Pre-Pharmacy Secondary Education Certification * Exercise Science (BS) Allied Health/Pre-Professional Human Performance and Fitness Pre-Athletic Training Physics (BS) Advanced Physics Computational Physics

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Communication, Journalism and Media (BS) * Broadcast Media Journalism Public Relations Visual Media

Computer Sciences and Engineering Civil Engineering (BS) Environmental Computer Engineering (BS) * Computer Science (BS) * Artificial Intelligence Computer Graphics Computer Science Applications Secondary Field Electrical Engineering (BS) Mechanical Engineering (BS) Software Engineering (BS) *

Early Childhood/Elementary Education PK-4 (BSEd) * Elementary/Middle Level Education Grades 4-8 (BSEd) Language Arts Language Arts and Special Education Mathematics Mathematics and Language Arts Mathematics and Science Mathematics and Social Studies Mathematics and Special Education Science Science and Language Arts 4-8 Science and Social Studies 4-8 Science/Special Education Social Studies 4-8 Social Studies/Special Education Special Education and Early Childhood Education (BSEd) * Social Studies (Comprehensive) (BSEd) History

History and International Studies History (BA) Asian and Middle Eastern American History European History Public History International Studies (BA) Comparative and Global Cultures, African and Middle Eastern Studies Comparative and Global Cultures, Asian Studies Comparative and Global Cultures, European Studies Comparative and Global Cultures, Latin America and Caribbean Studies Global Political Relations, African and Middle Eastern Studies Global Political Relations, Asian Studies Global Political Relations, European Studies Global Political Relations, Latin America and Caribbean Studies Global Business and Economics, African and Middle Eastern Studies Global Business and Economics, Asian Studies Global Business and Economics, European Studies Global Business and Economics, Latin America and Caribbean Studies

Languages English (BA) Literary Studies Professional and Creative Writing Secondary Education Certification * French (BA) Secondary Education Certification * Spanish (BA) Secondary Education Certification *

Math Mathematics (BS) Applied Mathematics Dual Certification, Mathematics 7-12 and Special Education Statistics Secondary Education Certification *

Pre-Law Students interested in a Pre-Law program may select any major. Typical curricula include Political Science, Business, History, and English.

Unique minors American Chemical Society Certification, Anthropology, Biochemistry, Business, Coaching, Creative Writing, Data Science, Disability Studies, Ethnic Studies, French Cultural Studies, Geographic Information Systems, German Studies, Gerontology, International Development, Marine Science, Military Science, Music, Philosophy, Reading, Professional Writing, Technical/Professional Communications, Theatre, Women’s and Gender Studies

At SHIP YOU can go further, faster.

Ship opens doors to service opportunities and enhanced study through its honors, Peace Corps Prep, ROTC, study abroad and pre-professional programs. Depending on your field of study, you may have an opportunity to pursue a dual or advanced degree as part of an accelerated program.

Wood Honors College | offers talented students enriching undergraduate experiences.

It offers many curricular and extracurricular opportunities while promoting scholarship, leadership, service and exploration. Benefits include small classes, priority scheduling, an honors residence hall option, and special undergraduate research, service-learning and study abroad opportunities.

Peace Corp Prep | prepares you for international development careers and Peace Corps service. The program is open to all undergraduate students on campus. It does not guarantee selection into the Peace Corps, but those with certification are twice as likely to be hired.

Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) | readies you to serve as a United States Army officer while you pursue your education. You may serve on active duty or in the Army Reserve or Army National Guard upon graduation.

Study Abroad | combines education with adventure. Many academic programs encourage studying in another country to complement your learning experience.

PRE-PROFESSIONAL Pre-Law Pre-Chiropractic, BS Pre-Dentistry, BS Pre-Medicine, BS Pre-Optometry, BS Pre-Podiatry, BS

Pre-Pharmacy, BS Pre-Physical Therapy, BS Pre-Veterinary Medicine, BS Chemistry, Pre-Pharmacy Concentration, BS Exercise Science, Allied Health Pre-Professional Concentration, BS Exercise Science, Pre-Athletic Training Concentration, BS

ACCELERATED PROGRAMS Some of Ship’s programs allow for accelerated options that lead to multiple degrees in a shorter time span than that of a traditional experience. These include: Accounting/MBA (5 years) Geoenvironmental Science, Sustainability, or Geography, BS/MS Geoenvironmental Biology, BS/MS (4+1) Science and Sustainability Computer Science, BS/MS (4+1) History, BA/Applied History, MA (4+1) Criminal Justice, BS/MS (4+1) Public Service, BS or Political Science, Engineering/MBA (4+1) BA/MPA (4+1)

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At SHIP YOU can live your best life.

With Division II teams, student-run club sports, and a wide range of intramurals, there are lots of ways to get moving. If organized sports aren’t your thing, you can work out at the student recreation and fitness facility, Ship Rec, cruise the 13-mile rail trail with our bike share program, or hit the disc golf course, volleyball courts or street hockey rink. There’s so much to explore at Ship.

Men’s Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Indoor Track and Field

Outdoor Track and Field Soccer Swimming Wrestling

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Women’s Basketball Cross Country Field Hockey Indoor Track and Field Lacrosse Outdoor Track and Field

Giving back to our community is part of the Raider Way. Ship students volunteer 60,000+ hours each year.

Ship students volunteer through programming, community partnerships and campus-wide initiatives. From Ship’s annual children’s fair, to a local food pantry, or community cleanup projects, we can connect you to life-changing service learning opportunities.

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Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Volleyball

At SHIP YOU compete at the highest level on the field or court and in the classroom.

Ship’s athletic programs consistently rank at the top of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).

With 8 Dixon Trophies and 128 PSAC Championships, Ship is the top athletic program in the PSAC.

We are Raiders. We are ONE SHIP. The Raider Academic Center for student-athletes is a one-stop shop where student-athletes develop individualized plans tailored to their needs.

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The Raiders Athletics Performance Center is an exclusive benefit to student-athletes. Renovated in January 2020, it features state-ofthe-art equipment and sections of artificial turf.

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At SHIP YOU have a network of support.

Keep your mind, body, and soul connected with Campus Ministries and the Spiritual Center. We want you to thrive on campus. Whether taking a newly offered spin class at Ship Rec, finding your center during the mindfulness series, or managing the demands of the semester with professionals through our Counseling Center, we have what you need to be and feel your best.

Ship’s Student Success Center helps you transition to college. It is home to the Learning Center and its many academic support programs, and offices to make first generation and international students feel at home.

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At Ship I have learned to overcome.

There have been many obstacles placed in front of me and though it has been difficult to maneuver around them, I have always found myself succeeding.”

Noah Steinfeldt ’21 | Social Work | Campus Leader, Student Government Association

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Your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being are priority. From caring professionals in the university counseling center, to the high-quality health care providers in the Etter Health Center, you have the resources you need to lead a balanced life as a Raider.

DINING ON CAMPUS isn’t one size fits all. Our meal plans are designed to meet your unique needs. If you are looking to enjoy a meal with friends or just a snack on the go—we’ve got a plan to fit every appetite. With 14 diverse dining options , we’re ready to handle any special dietary needs, including allergies, vegetarian/vegan, and gluten-free options.

Try them all! Bento Sushi, Big Red’s Snack Shack, Freshens Fresh Food Kitchen, Limon & Chile Fresh Mex, The Sub Shop, Grilleworks, and food courts include

RAIDER BUCKS

—with a diverse array of options RaiderBucks is your key to downtown discounts!

At SHIP YOU flourish living on campus.

Develop lifelong relationships, stay close to campus events and resources, participate in hall activities, and earn higher grades.

suites These buildings feature suite-style living with carpeted living and sleeping areas, individual temperature controls for airconditioning and heat. All suites are fully furnished. Full suites include food prep areas and living rooms.

One bathroom for every two residents Air-conditioning and heat with individual temperature control Closet, extra-long twin bed, desk, chair, and stackable dresser for each student Carpeted living and sleeping areas Food prep areas and furnished living rooms in full suites

We have many different housing options so you can choose the lifestyle that suits you best. Select from: ■

Ready to start making friends right away? Check out our roommate matching software, MyCollegeRoomie, to help you look for roommates and select your own suite within the housing portal.

Residence halls are co-ed. Individual rooms and suites are not.

A gender inclusive housing policy is available.

Harley Hall Suite styles B, C, D, and E

Naugle Hall Suite styles B, C, D, and E Home to the Wellness Center

Kieffer Hall Suite styles B, C, D, E, and F

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Two communal residence halls ■ Suite-style residence halls Our unique Living Learning Communities

FREE laundry facilities on each floor with attached TV lounge

Seavers Hall Suite styles B, C, D, and E

Lackhove Hall Suite styles B, C, D, E, and F McCune Hall Suite styles B, C, D, E, and F

communal The halls provide fully furnished and air-conditioned standard double rooms with common bathrooms on the floor. A newly renovated kitchen, a laundry room, a computer lab, a large recreational room, and private study lounges are available.

Most cost-effective, on-campus living option

SEMI-SUITE B

2 person, 1 bedroom unit

SEMI-SUITE C

2 person, 2 bedroom unit

FULL-SUITE D

4 person, 2 bedroom unit

FULL-SUITE D

4 person, 2 bedroom unit

Bathrooms on every floor maintained by custodial staff Air-conditioning units and heating units in each room Closet, twin bed, desk, chair, and dresser for each student FREE laundry facilities on first floor of the building Modern TV and common lounge spaces on each floor McLean Hall and Mowrey Hall Communal style T

FULL-SUITE E

FULL-SUITE F

2 person, 2 bedroom unit

4 person, 4 bedroom unit

COMMUNAL T

2 person, 1 bedroom unit

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Mid July Application opens at ship.edu/apply Apply early! Ship offers rolling admissions, which means we review your completed application as soon as we receive it.

October 1 FAFSA application opens Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.gov.

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February 15 FAFSA priority date Submit your FAFSA early to get maximum federal, state, and scholarship aid.

May 1 Filing deadline for PA state grants

At SHIP YOU get a quality education for exceptional value.

Your bachelor’s degree will earn you approximately $1 million more* than a person without a postsecondary education over the course of a lifetime.

Students at Ship receive more than $79 million in grants, scholarships, student employment, and loans each year, and 88 percent of first-year students receive some form of financial aid.

Shippensburg offers five types of aid—Shippensburg University scholarships, federal and state grants, federal and alternative loans, work-study programs, and veterans’ benefits.

To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have the results sent to Shippensburg University. The Federal School Code for Shippensburg University is 003326.

Filing deadline to be considered for state grants.

*Source: US Department of Education

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b Apply at ship.edu/apply c Apply for financial aid—Complete the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at fafsa.gov and use Shippensburg University’s school code: 003326 d Schedule a visit or take our virtual tour! ship.edu/visit

SHIP YOU

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You’re ready to set out on a new stage of your educational journey.

You’ve overcome obstacles. You’ve risen above challenges. Now is the time to take the next step to prepare for your future and make the best you:

Scan the QR code or go to ship.edu/visit to sign up and meet us on campus… We’d love to show you around!

RAIDER DAY VISITS | Our signature daily visits are offered every day of the

week. Meet our admissions team, tour campus with a current student, learn about scholarships and financial aid, and visit our top-ranked suite-style residence halls.

OPEN HOUSES | The best way to discover all that Shippensburg University has to

offer. Passionate faculty members will answer your academic questions and current students can tell you more about the major you are interested in. You will learn more about scholarships and financial aid, enjoy a meal in one of our 14 dining locations, and visit our top-ranked residence halls. Before you leave, have a personal conversation with one of our helpful and friendly Admissions Counselors to discuss the application process.

1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257-2299 (717) 477-1231 | admissions@ship.edu

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GÐeú Shippensburg University is a member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education and an equal opportunity educational institution. Direct requests for reasonable accommodations and other inquiries to the Office of Accessibility Resources, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257-2299, (717) 477-1364, oar@ship.edu.