Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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Shippensburg, Pennsylvania 17257-2299
Campus Vibe
Known for business
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a public town institution in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1090.
A mid-sized campus of 4.2K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,351 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,553.
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News & Alerts
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 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.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1090
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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
40.1%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,192
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
27
Peer Average
37
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 (90)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
- •76% 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 1917 the school was purchased by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- •On June 4, 1926, the school was authorized to grant the Bachelor of Science in education degree in elementary and junior high education.
- •The school received a charter on October 12, 1926, making it the first normal school in Pennsylvania to become a state teachers college.
- •On June 3, 1927, the State Council of Education authorized the school to change its name to the "State Teachers College at Shippensburg".
- •The business education curriculum was approved on December 3, 1937.
Source: Wikipedia
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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