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Shepherd UniversityTuition & Fees 2026

Shepherdstown, WV · Private University

Tuition

$19,082

per year

Avg. Net Price

$12,391

after grants & scholarships

Cost of Attendance Breakdown

Cost ItemAmount
Tuition & Fees$19,082
Room & Board (est.)$12,500
Total Cost of Attendance (est.)$31,582
Avg. Net Price (after aid)$12,391

Room & board is estimated using the national average. Actual costs vary by housing choice. All figures are approximate.

How It Compares

National average tuition at private universities

$41,540

Shepherd University is

$22,458 below the national average

Return on Investment

Median Grad Debt

$21,600

Federal loans at graduation

Median Earnings (10yr)

$49,358

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shepherd University cost?

Shepherd University has out-of-state tuition of $19,082 and an average net price of $12,391 after financial aid per year. The net price reflects average grants and scholarships.

What is the net price of Shepherd University?

The average net price at Shepherd University is $12,391 per year after grants and scholarships are applied. This is the amount the average student actually pays, which is often significantly less than the sticker price.

How much debt do Shepherd University graduates typically carry?

The median federal loan debt for Shepherd University graduates is $21,600. With median earnings of $49,358 ten years after graduation, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.

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