Undergraduate Admission Process & Requirements

Kendall Johnson '20

Biology/Pre-Med

“I was able to work with my advisors to create a post-graduate plan... to prepare me for a career in the medical field. My opportunities to build research and leadership experience made me a more competitive candidate in my post-graduate pursuits.”

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At Shippensburg University, we’re here to inspire you in a hands-on, supportive environment. Apply today to enhance your scholarship opportunities! Most applicants will receive a response within 24-48 hours.

SAT/ACT scores are not required to apply to Shippensburg University! Most of our entering freshmen have SAT or ACT scores above the national average, but in our admissions decision, we also consider your class rank, grade point average, and performance in your college prep, AP, or IB courses.

Shippensburg University provides you with the education and skills you need to build a rewarding career. You’ll grow both in and outside the classroom with hands-on experiences, while building close relationships with professors, classmates, and professionals in your field.

It all starts with your application.

We can't wait to welcome you to the Ship family!

Step 1: Complete Your Ship Application

Start or finish your application to Shippensburg University.

Step 2: Submit Required Documents

Transcripts

• High school transcripts must be sent by your school counselor directly to our Office of Admissions.
  • Accepted first-year students will also be required to submit their final high school transcript and accepted transfer students will be required to submit a transcript of all courses completed and grades.
• GED results must be sent directly from Department of Education to our Office of Admissions.

Standardized Test Scores

• First-year applicants are not required to submit their test scores (SAT or ACT) for admissions review. Ship will not review test scores as part of the admissions process even if we’ve received test scores for the student. Click here to learn more about our test optional policy.

Deadlines

• If you are applying for the fall semester, we recommend you submit all application materials, including your non-refundable application fee of $45*, early in your senior year of high school or as soon as possible before the start of our fall semester.
• If you are applying for the spring semester, we recommend you submit all application materials as soon as possible before the start of our spring semester.

*Shippensburg University subscribes to the CEEB fee waiver program. This program provides waivers for those students for whom the fee is judged a hardship. Students should request submission of the fee waiver form through their school counselor.