2005-07 Catalog
(Volume XLV * May 2005)

Persons To Whom Inquiries May Be Directed

Policy of Nondiscrimination

Academic Year Calendars

Section I: General Information

Section II: Admissions

Section III: Student Life

Section IV: Expenses and Financial Assistance

Section V: Academic Information

Section VI: Programs of Study

Section VII: Courses of Instruction

Directory

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SECTION II: Admissions

Office of Admissions

Admissions Philosophy
Admission to Shepherd University is based on the academic records, leadership involvement, and personal qualities of the applicant. Before admission is offered, the applicant's credentials must strongly suggest the applicant's ability and motivation to succeed in higher education and in the Shepherd University community. A conscious effort is made to enroll students from a wide variety of backgrounds who bring with them special talents, abilities, and interests.

Admission Information
Shepherd University enrolls a diverse student population. While preference is given to West Virginia residents, other states and countries are well represented at Shepherd. The University is committed to equal opportunity for all students and all applicants shall be considered without regard to national origin, race, color, age, religion, gender, physical disability, or financial status. Admission to Shepherd University does not guarantee admission into a specific program. Some programs, most notably nursing, music, art, and education, have special admissions requirements. Applicants should consult program descriptions in this Catalog for a complete description of any special or additional requirements specific to the programs in which they are interested.

Admission Procedure
Prospective students may obtain application materials by calling 304/876-5212 or 800/344-5231 or online at www.shepherd.edu/admweb/. The completed admission application must be returned to the Office of Admissions, Shepherd University, P.O. Box 3210, Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443. After all application materials and credentials have been received, the Office of Admissions will notify applicants of its decisions on a rolling basis or as the decisions are made as long as openings remain in the freshman or transfer classes. Students admitted for the fall semester must confirm their intent to enroll and submit an enrollment deposit of $100 which is refundable up to May 1. Students applying for the spring semester also must submit a $100 nonrefundable deposit. A health form completed by a physician also is required, after acceptance and prior to the beginning of classes. The health record requirements form is sent to students upon acceptance. Students desiring financial aid should complete and mail the FAFSA by the stated deadlines. All students are encouraged to file a FAFSA.

Residence Hall Contract
Housing assignments are made based on the receipt date of the housing application and health forms. The Residence Hall Contract which includes the application, $100 nonrefundable advance housing deposit which is credited to the fall semester room charges, and $100 damage deposit should be submitted by all students desiring and/or required to live in a University residence hall (see section on Residence Life) as soon as possible after admission to the University is granted. The nonrefundable $100 advance payment is credited to the fall semester room charges. This application form is currently available from the Office of Admissions and should be submitted to Residence Life along with the $200 deposit. An online application will be available and students who have paid their $100 Shepherd University enrollment deposit will receive a Shepherd ID number and be able to complete a housing application and make deposits at the same time. For priority room assignment, housing applications must be received by Residence Life by June 1. Students who require disability-related accommodations should provide appropriate documentation, submit their applications in a timely manner, and follow directions on the Residence Hall Contract to submit appropriate paperwork to the ADA Coordinator.

Delayed Enrollment
Students who are offered admission to the freshman class at Shepherd University may postpone their enrollment for one year. These students are guaranteed space, except in the competitive programs where enrollment is limited, if they satisfy previous admission requirements made as conditions of their original admission. Applicants for delayed enrollment should submit an explanation of their activities (employment, military service) from the time they left high school until their planned enrollment at Shepherd University. They must have an honorable record in the intervening year. Assurance of future admission does not apply to students who enroll in another college or university during the intervening period; in such cases, it is necessary to consider the student as a transfer applicant based on the course work taken at the other college or university. Students delaying enrollment must complete the status change form to update personal information and their proposed academic program. Students electing the delayed enrollment plan are not guaranteed residence hall housing and must meet established housing application deadlines.

Admission Requirements

Special Nondegree Student

Miscellaneous Admission Information

Classification for Admission and Fee Purposes