Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year college in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania with 4,086 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants, costs an average of $21,129 a year after grants and graduates 49% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate and admissions
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $45 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $14,068 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $16,418 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,302 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $30,416 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,129 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,129 a year after grants and scholarships, $9,287 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $58,077 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 38% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania majors and what graduates earn
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania awarded bachelor's degrees in 38 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from physics ($91,610).
All 38 majors at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
18 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 18 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 76 | $74,683 | $27,459 |
| Social work | Master's | 33 | $53,892 | $28,315 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 21 | $52,316 | $44,309 |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 21 | $54,652 | n/a |
| History | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 16 | n/a | $20,500 |
| Special education | Master's | 13 | $58,586 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 11 | $56,854 | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 10 | $56,263 | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 10 | $61,708 | n/a |
| Environmental science | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Professional doctorate | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Professional doctorate | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 5 | $79,157 | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,086 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 51% women, 49% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania?
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $14,068 for in-state students and $16,418 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,129 a year in 2024-25.
Is Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania?
49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $58,077 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.