Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania received around 5540 applications for the fall semester. The acceptance rate for the term was around 88%. 1365 of total accepted applicants enrolled with the university. Applications are invited for the fall and spring semester.

• Undergraduate applicants can apply online through Common Application Portal or through University Application Portal.
• PG applicants can apply through University Application Portal.
• UG applicants are required to submit SAT/ACT scores.
• Average GPA for enrollment to the program is 3.0

Highlights

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Admissions Deadlines

The admission applications for fall and spring semester should be submitted by the following deadlines:

Note: International applicants are suggested to apply for graduate programs, at least 4 months prior to the semester start.

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania International Student Admissions 

The admission requirements for international applicants include submission of additional documents, proof of English proficiency scores, and completing the visa process. The details of additional requirements for international applicants are briefed in the sections below:

Admission Requirements for International Students

• High school transcripts should be sent to admiss@ship.edu or posted to the Assistant Dean of UG Admissions office.
  • Translations of transcripts, which are not in English language, should be provided.
  • A course-by-course evaluation of transcripts from WES, ICD, ECS or NACES.
• Resume
• Three letters of recommendation
• Income verification/ Statement of Financial Support/ bank statement from sponsors
• Departmental requirement: Along with the above-mentioned documents, the requirement for certain graduate and professional courses are subject to differ.

English Proficiency Test Score

All international applicants can submit their TOEFL and IELTS scores as proof for English proficiency. The minimum score requirement is mentioned below which are as follows:

Visa Process for International Students

• After the student is selected for admission, the university will email the Certificate of Eligibility for a Student Visa (Form I-20 A/B). Once received, all the details should be checked carefully.
• Completed non-immigration visa application form (DS-156) with passport size photo.
• A valid passport.
• Receipt of visa application fee.
• Evidence of SEVIS fee payment (I-901 receipt)

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Undergraduate Admissions

The university offers more than 100 UG programs. The admissions process and requirement details for freshman are mentioned below:

Where to Apply: Common Application Portal or through University Application Portal.

Application Fee: 45 USD

Admission Requirements: The following documents must be produced by the applicants at the time of admission:

• Complete online submission
• High school transcript sent directly by the school counselor for First-year students
• Separate transcript of all courses (for transfer students) must be sent directly through World Education Services, ECE, or ICD
• GED scores for transfer applicants
• Proof of English Proficiency
• SAT/ ACT scores
• Official Transcripts must be sent to admiss@ship.edu.
• Financial statement and bank statement

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Graduate Admissions

The Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania offers over 50 different programs in the areas of Counselling and Social Work, Professional Leadership and Humanities, Sciences, Business, and Education. The deadlines for admission are the same as for UG applicants. The details for the admission process and requirements for some popular courses are mentioned below:

Applications for courses to the Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania are subject to be reviewed by the university on grounds of scores obtained and eligibility of the candidate. The application status can only be viewed 2 days after submission of the application fee.