Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,086 students.
About This School
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania with approximately 4,086 undergraduate students enrolled. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,726 per year. The graduation rate is 56%, and the typical graduate earns $48,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, commonly known as Shippensburg University, is a public university in the Shippensburg, Pennsylvania area. It is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: while the average net price of $23,553 and relatively low median debt of $16,192 make this an affordable option, the 52% graduation rate is a real concern — meaning roughly half of students who start here don't finish. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious, have a clear major in programs like business or education where the school has solid offerings, and are willing to be intentional about staying on track; the median earnings of $48,200 a decade out are decent but not exceptional, so this school makes most sense when the low debt load is a priority.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.
Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania graduates earn most above the national rate in Biology, General ($62,124 vs $57,214 nationally), and most below it in Finance and Financial Management Services ($71,432 vs $83,343).
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing | 83 | $64,955 | $69,303 | −$4,348 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 78 | $49,039 | $47,382 | +$1,657 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 74 | $68,919 | $68,257 | +$662 |
| Biology, General | 69 | $62,124 | $57,214 | +$4,910 |
| Psychology, General | 68 | $51,607 | $50,706 | +$901 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 56 | $56,376 | $55,378 | +$998 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 48 | $50,069 | $50,499 | −$430 |
| Social Work | 45 | $49,794 | $51,790 | −$1,996 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 38 | $54,330 | $54,562 | −$232 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 36 | $71,432 | $83,343 | −$11,911 |
| Mathematics | 29 | $69,153 | $69,562 | −$409 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 26 | $70,459 | $76,194 | −$5,735 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,086 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, PA 17257-2299
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania?
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 87%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania hard to get into?
Not especially. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 87%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania cost?
The average net price at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is about $23,726 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania?
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has a graduation rate of 56%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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