Shenandoah University educates and inspires individuals to be critical, reflective thinkers; lifelong learners; and ethical, compassionate citizens who are committed to making responsible contributions within a community, a nation and the world.
Core Values
* Development of an enduring passion for learning
* Commitment to self-reflection and personal development
* Respect for diverse cultures, experiences, and perspectives
* Celebration of creative performance, expression, teaching, and discovery
* Cultivation of leadership to advance positive change and growth
* Dedication to citizenship, professional service, and global outreach
Foundation
Shenandoah University distinguishes itself by providing opportunities to gain knowledge and develop skills in a collaborative, personalized environment that intertwines professional and liberal learning. A Shenandoah education incorporates scholarship, experiential learning and sophisticated technologies, as well as practical wisdom.
As an institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Shenandoah University practices the highest ethical standards in its interactions with the community and with students of all faiths. Within a community of scholars, Shenandoah promotes the welfare of the whole person by fostering a nurturing environment in which students learn, grow, and flourish.
Shenandoah University is a comprehensive Level VI private university with an enrolment of approximately 3,300 students in more than 80 programs. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and located in Winchester, Virginia.
US News and World Report's 2008 Best Colleges and Universities ranked Shenandoah University 41st in the South (Master's) category.
The university was founded as Shenandoah Seminary in 1875 in Dayton, Virginia by Dr. Abraham Paul Funkhouser and Professor Jay Newton Fries. Shenandoah Seminary became a junior college in 1924, changing its name to Shenandoah College the following year. Shenandoah Conservatory became a separate corporation in 1937 and began granting four-year degrees. Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music moved to its current 75 acre (305,000 m²) Winchester campus in 1960 and began offering four-year degrees in 1974 (at which time the college and conservatory corporations were merged). Having obtained university status on January 1, 1991, today the Shenandoah student body represents 46 U.S. states and 42 countries.
The university operates on three primary campuses. Two are in Winchester: the main campus located near Interstate 81, and the Health Professions campus located near the Winchester Medical Center. The third, the Northern Virginia Campus, is located in Leesburg, Virginia. There are also a number of satellite offices and facilities located throughout Winchester.
The Shenandoah University Department of Athletics currently sponsors Men's Intercollegiate Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Lacrosse, Tennis, Golf, Soccer and Track along with Women's Intercollegiate Softball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Track, Volleyball and Tennis. All teams compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division III.
Shenandoah is currently undergoing significant expansion, as evidenced by new construction projects such as Halpin-Harrison Hall, the new home of the Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business, the Brandt Student Center, the History and Tourism Center, and the forthcoming construction of new administrative offices on the site now housing the Virginia National Guard. More construction, as well, is expected to take place in the coming years around the east campus near Shentel Stadium. This growth parallels increasing recognition on the academic front, notably in the aforementioned US News & World Report Best Colleges and Universities edition.
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| Percent of Students International: | 4% |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 31% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Football (Other) Basketball (Other) Baseball (Other) Track (Other) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 20,050 | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 19,900 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 150 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,544 | 17% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 2,500 | 47% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 5,848 | 53% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,636 | 67% | |
Any Aid: |
74% |
| Acceptance Rate: | 92% (Selective) |
| Test Scores | |
| SAT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 97% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 460, Math: 450 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 570, Math: 570 |
| ACT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 34% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 20, Verbal: 18, Math: 19 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 26, Verbal: 26, Math: 26 |
| Application Fee: | $ 30.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Recommended |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Recommended |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Recommended |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
