1. Shepherdstown, West Virginia

2. President Mary J.C. Hendrix
Welcome to Shepherd!
Excellence. Innovation. Opportunity.
…our commitment to you.
President Mary J.C. Hendrix

3. Quick Facts Public, liberal arts university, founded in 1871
Located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Campus is within 90 minute drive of Washington, D.C., and three international airports
Fully accredited
Listed as a College of Distinction

4. Quick Facts
4,000 students
80 undergraduate majors and 6 graduate programs
Intensive English Language Program
Tuition under $20,000
Scholarships and financial aid available

5. Quick Facts Dynamic and cool host town Recreation activities abound
Music, theater, culture, and fun
Shepherdstown, WV

6. The Shepherd Advantage
Very safe campus
Very safe and welcoming community
Small class sizes
Faculty know each student’s name and work individually with them
Mentorship for research and special projects
Graduate studies application enhanced by fourth year capstone research (integrative or specialized)
Internships in most majors
Post-degree employment opportunities in greater Washington, DC area

7. Life Balance emphasized
Wellness Center
100+ Student Organizations
Outdoor sport and recreation
Excursions

8. Admissions Requirements
Online application
Academic record with external evaluation
English language proficiency equivalent to 79 TOEFL/6.5 IELTS
Program-specific additional requirements
Generally, GMAT and GRE not required for masters programs
Case-by-case consideration for:
Direct admission into degree program or Intensive English Language Program pathway
I-20 is issued by Admissions Office and sent via courier service to the student
Up to $5000 in scholarships and/or assistantships available

9. Excellence. Innovation. Opportunity. Training the next generation.