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
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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%.
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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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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