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Known for health sciences — excellent value
Shawnee State University is a public institution in Portsmouth with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,596 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,389.
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News & Alerts
Shawnee State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
60.8%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,885
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
15
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (78)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
71%
- •71% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •In 1987, the university's library was named a federal depository library.
- •The university awarded its first bachelor's degrees in 1990.
- •The university established its first master's degree program in 2000 and its second master's program (the Master of Education) in 2010.
- •^ Amir Vera, Jenn Selva and Claudia Dominguez (April 19, 2022).
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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