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Shepherd University is a public, four-year institution in Shepherdstown, West Virginia (rural area). It awarded 605 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, registered nursing and general studies.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$43,801
Median earnings 4 years after
$55,251
Median earnings 10 years after
$49,358
Average net price
$11,363
Completion rate
51%
Completions (2024)
605
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,344
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $75,914 | $78,764 | 115 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $46,549 | $48,992 | 79 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $41,766 | $62,588 | 61 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $33,587 | $49,153 | 46 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | Bachelor's | $34,287 | $51,789 | 43 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $57,265 | $74,218 | 38 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $62,820 | $83,114 | 32 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $32,965 | $48,122 | 31 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $23,653 | $50,353 | 29 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $27,186 | $38,581 | 27 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,282 | $41,344 | 26 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $33,059 | $50,124 | 24 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $29,921 | $46,797 | 22 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $49,165 | N/A | 21 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $39,351 | $56,953 | 21 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 75 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 68 |
| General Studies | Bachelor's | 58 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | Bachelor's | 31 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 27 |
| Health and Wellness, General | Bachelor's | 25 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 24 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 23 |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 22 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Bachelor's | 21 |
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Sources: federal figures for Shepherd University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for West Virginia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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