Credit-Based Programs and Courses
Shippensburg University offers programs and courses in adult-friendly formats such as in the evenings, on the weekends, in a condensed schedule and/or through distance and online education. Some of our off-campus programs are designed as "cohorts," which encourage camaraderie and peer support by following a specific course schedule throughout the degree program. Learn more about Cohorts >>
Off-Campus Cohort Programs
Certificate and Credential Programs
K-12 Educators Institute
The K-12 Educators Institute is a series of short-term graduate workshop courses offered for professionals at all levels of K-12 instruction. Courses range from one to three graduate credits and cover a variety of subject areas that support professional development and meet Act 48 requirements.
- Courses offered online, on-campus and at a variety of on-site locations
- Most courses can be completed in just one or two weeks
- Courses offered for graduate credit and/or continuing education units
- Subject areas include: art, biology, communications, geography, social studies, athletics, social work, counseling, library science, and more!
The Central Pennsylvania Advanced Placement Academy
The Central Pennsylvania Advanced Placement Academy is a local resource for the training and professional development of AP educators.
This summer the AP Academy is offering a week-long Institute at Shippensburg University for high school teachers seeking AP certification in:
Short Term Study Abroad Courses
Shippensburg University encourages students in all majors to engage
in a study abroad experience. Short term study abroad courses offer
students the opportunity to have an international educational experience
in one of the most cost and time efficient manners possible.
The short
term study abroad courses are sponsored and taught by Shippensburg
University faculty at various times throughout the year, primarily in
the summer, and typically range from one to four weeks in duration.
Since there is a growing level of interest and demand for these short
term study abroad courses, students are encouraged to attend any
informational sessions and register to secure a space in their course of
choice in a timely manner.
Please visit the course list to view the
current short term study abroad courses available at this time. You can also find forms and links related to STSA courses there.