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From campus support to community vibes, Shepherd's Ram Fam makes you feel right at home — right away.
Personalized success coaching.
The #1 college location in WV. (Niche, 2025)
Scholarships can cover most of tuition.
Small class size, big outcomes
With 70+ majors and minors and a student-to-faculty ratio that encourages real mentorship, Shepherd helps you chart your path with purpose.
A campus that feels like home
Located in historic Shepherdstown and nestled by the Potomac River, Shepherd is a welcoming, tight-knit place to be you.
Affordable and worth it
Shepherd is ranked among West Virginia's Best Value Schools (Niche) — 87% of students receive aid, and out-of-state students get special scholarship opportunities.
“I can't thank my professors enough for all of the opportunities they provided.”
Sarah SeibertEnglish, '22
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It only takes a few minutes, no fee or test scores are required, and we'll use your application and FAFSA to determine your scholarship award.
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Financial support
Scholarships can cover almost two-thirds of tuition — your FAFSA is required for both federal aid and institutional scholarships at Shepherd.
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Going to college will set you apart
Graduating from college is proven to lead to more career opportunities, better health, a broader worldview, higher earning potential, and so much more.
