Returning Students
Readmitted (returning) students are those who previously attended Shepherd University, took a hiatus from their studies, and now wish to return to Shepherd. Our admission requirements and application process are outlined below.
| Admission Requirements | Application Process | Admission Timeline |
Admission Requirements
Students in Good Standing
Students taking courses at another institution without prior approval, or absent from studies for more than two consecutive regular semesters (excluding summer sessions), must re-apply through the Office of Admissions.
Students in good academic standing who must discontinue their studies for a brief time will be considered eligible to re-enroll for future semesters, given they return after no more than two regular semesters (excluding summer sessions) and don’t take courses at another institution during that time without prior approval from Shepherd University. Learn more about the procedures for taking courses with permission during a time of absence.
Students wishing to return after absence — and not needing to re-apply through the Office of Admissions — should review the class schedule for academic advisement dates and schedule an appointment with their assigned advisor.
Students on Probation/Suspension
Students who left on academic probation/suspension and sat out for the designated number of semesters must re-apply for admission by the application deadlines below. Upon re-applying to Shepherd, a meeting with the Advising Assistance Center must be held prior to an admissions decision.
Application Process
- Complete our online application and submit the $45 application fee or an approved waiver code.
Admission Timeline
| Fall Semester (Aug. – Dec.) | Spring Semester (Jan. – May) | |
| Students in Good Standing | Aug. 1 | Dec. 1 |
| Students on Probation/Suspension | Aug. 1 | Dec. 1 |