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Colleges / Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Shippensburg, PA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate93%

Ship Academics

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 58% of students who start college at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania?

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

When choosing a major, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania false.Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania


Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Offer Online Classes?

✅ Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Have An Honors Program?

✅ Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Require Internships?

🟨 Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania


Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Library

The main library on campus is the Ezra Lehman Memorial Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Ship offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Penn State University Park and Penn State Harrisburg or Shippensburg University

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

5,706

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

93%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$13,394

Out-of-State

$15,398

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

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