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Public, 4-Year
Shippensburg, PA

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$13,544

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

85.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

50.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$56,351

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Shippensburg, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $13,544, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 50.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing500 – 610
20025th–75th percentile800
Math490 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate27.2%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$54,176

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$26,351

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$209,334

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$472,844

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
51.1%
48.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
73.5%
Black
12.0%
Hispanic
7.1%
Two or more
4.3%
Asian
1.6%
Unknown
0.8%
International
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$13,544

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,253
$30k - $48k$18,505
$48k - $75k$21,912
$75k+$26,492

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients29.6%
Using Federal Loans59.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment72.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.1%

Success

50.8%

In-State Cost

$13,544

Age 25+ Students

4.9%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

2,430 students

Local City Insights

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