International students find a home at Ship
Shippensburg provides the faculty, facilities, and opportunities to get you involved in a rewarding academic life in the United States with international students from 21 countries and 3 colleges to choose from — Arts and Sciences (including the Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering), Business, and Education and Human Services.
You will find:
- Small class sizes and personalized attention from faculty and staff
- Nationally and internationally accredited programs
- Availability of on-campus jobs
- Specialized career services support including Optional Practical Training and Curricular Practical Training
- Academic support through the Learning Assistance Center and Student Success Team
- High quality academic and student life facilities
- On campus housing is available for undergraduate and graduate students
- Safe environment
- Close to major cities
Welcome to Shippensburg
Located in the heart of Cumberland Valley in South-Central Pennsylvania, Shippensburg University's beautiful campus offers a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities to enhance your academic experience.
Downtown, students enjoy a variety of dining and shopping options as well as several annual events including the weeklong Shippensburg Community Fair, the Corn Festival, Trail Fest, New Year’s Eve Anchor Drop, and First Fridays. Looking to explore even further? Outdoor activities are abundant with easy access to five state parks and the Appalachian Trail. Several museums and galleries are conveniently located on campus or take a short trip to the battlefields of Gettysburg, Antietam, or Harpers Ferry. The neighboring towns of Chambersburg and Carlisle offer an expanded list of things to do.
