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Before you Arrive
  • Climate:
Shepherdstown, WV has four distinct seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. The temperature varies greatly throughout the year. In the summer (June-August), the weather is typically hot, humid and sticky.  As fall approaches (September-November), temperatures drop.  Winter (December-March) brings very cold temperatures along with some ice and snow. Spring (April-May) has beautiful days of temperate weather.    Click here to visit to view High and Low temperatures.
   
   
  • Clothing
Weather in Shepherdstown, WV varies greatly and different types of clothing are required for each season, particularly winter when heavy waterproof snow coats and footwear are needed.   Formal dress is not required for attending classes, but some events might ask for formal wear.
   
   
  • Health
All questions regarding health records, immunizations & health insurance can be answered by Student Health Services.
   
   
  • Documents

In addition to your immigration records, you should bring other documents that may help you obtain services in the United States: 

- driver's license and/or personal identification from your country

- medical and/or academic records

- other documents you think will be useful.

Remember to verify that the documents have not expired. 

   
   
  • Money Issues
There are no currency exchanges establishments in Shepherdstown, WV but there are several local banks that offer foreign exchange:
   
   
  • Travel
AIR: The closest international airports to Shepherdstown, WV are Reagan National Airport (Washington, DC), Washington-Dulles International Airport (Virginia) and Baltimore-Washington International (Maryland).  All three airports are about 2 hours away from Shepherdstown, WV.

LAND: The most reliable form of land transportation to and from Shepherdstown, WV is by MARC train.   The three stops closest to Shepherd University are Harpers Ferry, WV, Duffsfield and Martinsburg, WV on the Brunswick Line.     

Directions to Shepherd University

Shepherdstown Visitor Center

   
   
  • Housing
On-Campus Housing:  Refer all questions to the Residence Life Office. If you need to stay on campus during the winter break (between semesters) you should request to live in one of the halls which will remain open at that time. All other halls close between semesters and you will be required to leave. For an additional charge you will be permitted to remain in your room over the break.

Off-Campus Housing: Those students that wish to live off campus should consult the local newspapers

 
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