Shenandoah University Admissions

SAT Scores, Acceptance Rate, Financial Aid, Tuition, Graduation Rate & More

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by Allen Grove
Dr. Allen Grove is an Alfred University English professor and a college admissions expert with 20 years of experience helping students transition to college.
Updated November 09, 2017

Shenandoah University Admissions Overview:

In 2016, Shenandoah University had an undergraduate acceptance rate of 88%, meaning that the school is largely accessible for many applicants. To apply, interested students will need to submit an application, SAT or ACT scores, and high school transcripts. Optional additional materials include a resume, letters of recommendation, and a personal essay. For more information about applying, including important dates and deadlines, be sure to visit Shenandoah's website, or feel free to contact the admissions office with any questions. Students interested in Shenandoah are encouraged to visit the campus to see if the school would be a good match.

Admissions Data (2016):

Shenandoah University Description:

Located in Winchester, Virginia, Shenandoah University is a private university affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The 100-acre campus sits in the northernmost tip of Virginia, about 75 miles from Washington, D.C. Undergraduates can choose from 43 majors, and the school has broad strengths ranging from the arts to professional programs. Shenandoah has an 8 to 1 student / faculty ratio, and the majority of classes have fewer than 20 students. Shenandoah University ranks highly among masters-level institutions in the Southern U.S. On the athletic front, most teams of the Shenandoah Hornets compete in the NCAA Division III USA South Athletic Conference. Popular sports include baseball, football, basketball, track and field, and soccer.

Enrollment (2016):

  • Total Enrollment: 3,918 (2,099 undergraduates)
  • Gender Breakdown: 40% Male / 60% Female
  • 96% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

  • Tuition and Fees: $31,322
  • Books: $1,500 (why so much?)
  • Room and Board: $9,990
  • Other Expenses: $2,600
  • Total Cost: $45,412

Shenandoah University Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 100%
  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
    • Grants: 99%
    • Loans: 74%
  • Average Amount of Aid
    • Grants: $15,697
    • Loans: $9,217

Academic Programs:

  • Most Popular Majors: Biology, Business Administration, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Respiratory Care, Theatre

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

  • First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 82%
  • Transfer-out Rate: 32%
  • 4-Year Graduation Rate: 40%
  • 6-Year Graduation Rate: 57%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

  • Men's Sports: Soccer, Tennis, Baseball, Football, Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Track and Field, Cross Country
  • Women's Sports: Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Tennis, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Basketball

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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