How to Apply
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøUniversity welcomes and hosts students from around the world. An international student refers to anyone who requires a visa or temporary visa (F-1, J-1, A2, E2, etc.) in order to study in the United States. If you are a U.S. citizen or a lawful U.S. permanent resident (green card holder), or if you are a dual citizen, refugee, asylee, or undocumented student/DACA, you are not considered an international student.
International students are encouraged to start the application process at least six months in advance. Please check the admission requirements for international undergraduate students and international graduate students.
| International Undergraduate Students | International Graduate Students |
International Application Deadline
All application documents must be submitted by the following dates:
- June 1 for fall semester (begins in August)
- Nov. 1 for spring semester (begins in January)
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøUniversity is test optional, meaning international students are encouraged, but not required, to submit SAT and ACT scores. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøUniversity’s SAT code is 5615; the ACT code is 4532.
For any questions regarding the application process, please call (304) 876-5356 or email oia@shepherd.edu.
Mailing Address:
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøUniversity
Office of International Affairs
P.O. Box 5000
Shepherdstown, WV 25443-5000
Undergraduate Students
Select the type of undergraduate student best describing you — freshman (first-time college student) or transfer — to learn more about the international admissions process.
| International Freshmen Students | International Transfer Students |