Apply to Shepherd University’s Graduate Studies Program
Admission to graduate study at Shepherd University is processed on a rolling basis. Applications are considered complete when the application, the application fee, and all supporting materials are on file with the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Some degrees have specific requirements beyond the general ones for all graduate students — see below for this complete list. Program Coordinators make final decisions on all applications. Shepherd students applying for the accelerated bachelor’s/master’s program (4+1) are to provide the same admission documentation required for the degree.
Title IX Coordinator: Anne Lewin, J.D., Gardiner Hall 120, (304) 876 -5041
Apply now: Online Application
Please note: Application for the Doctor of Nursing Practice program
International Students
Shepherd University welcomes students from around the world for graduate degree study. Shepherd has been repeatedly recognized as one of the best colleges and universities in the southeastern United States. We are confident that our campus community will provide you with an excellent academic and personal experience. Learn more about how to apply here.
Application Materials
Make sure your application includes the following materials:
*Application
*Application fee
*Supporting materials as required by your program (see lists below)
Upload your admission documents into your online application and have your official transcripts either sent electronically to Graduate Studies or mailed to the address below.
Shepherd University
Graduate Studies
Ikenberry Hall, Room 111
P.O. Box 5000
203 North King Street
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
304-876-5010
Graduate-studies@shepherd.edu
Supporting Application Materials: By Program
Appalachian Studies (M.A.) and Accelerated Bachelor’s/M.A. Program
*Official transcripts
Educational Leadership (M.Ed.)
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that provides a statement of professional goals associated with selected concentration.
*Three letters of recommendation
Teaching (M.A.) and Accelerated Bachelor’s/M.A. Program
*Official transcripts
Business Administration (M.B.A.) and Accelerated Bachelor’s/M.B.A. Program
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that describes how the student envisions using the M.B.A. degree to enhance his/her personal and career goals.
*Two letters of recommendation
*A résumé
Doctor of Nursing Practice
*Visit the Doctor of Nursing Practice for more information on how to apply.
Dual Master’s Degrees
Appalachian Studies (M.A.) and Business Administration (M.B.A.)
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that describes how the student envisions using the certificate to enhance his/her personal and career goals.
*Two letters of recommendation
*A résumé
Graduate Non-Degree Certificates
Appalachian Studies
*Official transcripts
Health Administration
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that describes how the student envisions using the certificate to enhance his/her personal and career goals.
*Two letters of recommendation
*A résumé
Public Management
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that describes how the student envisions using the certificate to enhance his/her personal and career goals.
*Two letters of recommendation
*A résumé
Management Information Systems
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that describes how the student envisions using the certificate to enhance his/her personal and career goals.
*Two letters of recommendation
*A résumé
Sport Management
*Official transcripts
*A letter of intent that describes how the student envisions using the certificate to enhance his/her personal and career goals.
*Two letters of recommendation
*A résumé
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate (Postdoctoral)
*Visit the Doctor of Nursing Practice for more information on how to apply.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (Postdoctoral)
*Visit the Doctor of Nursing Practice for more information on how to apply.