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One university, three colleges. 250+ programs. Raider-Set-Go!
* Denotes accredited academic programs
Art and Design
Art (BA)
Secondary Education Certification*
Interdisciplinary Arts (BA)
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Communication Studies (BA)
Criminal Justice (BS)*
Psychology (BA)
Sociology (BA)
Social Work (BSW)*
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology (BS)
Biotechnology
Clinical Sciences
Ecology, Environment, and Conservation
Pre-Professional (Health Professional, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Podiatry, or Pre-Veterinary)
Secondary Education Certification*
Chemistry (BS)*
Biochemistry Forensics
Medical Sciences
Pre-Professional (Pre-Pharmacy)
Secondary Education Certification*
Exercise Science (BS)
Human Performance and Fitness
Pre-Professional (Allied
Health Pre-Professional or Pre-Athletic Training)
Health Science (BS)
Physics (BS)
Advanced Physics
Computational Physics
Minors
Business
Accounting (BSBA)*
Business Administration (Major Undecided)
Business Management (BSBA)*
Human Resource
Management
International Business
Entrepreneurship (BSBA)*
Finance (BSBA)*
Personal Financial
Planning
Information Systems and Analytics (BSBA)*
Marketing (BSBA)*
Marketing Management
Digital Marketing and Analytics (BSBA)*
Supply Chain Management (BSBA)*
Logistics Management
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Communication, Journalism, and Media (BS)*
Broadcast Media
Journalism
Public Relations
Visual Media
Computer Sciences and Engineering
Civil Engineering (BS)*
Environmental
Computer
Engineering (BS)*
Computer Science (BS)*
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science
Applications
Secondary Field
Electrical Engineering (BS)*
Mechanical Engineering (BS)*
Software Engineering (BS)*
Economic, Political, and Geographic Sciences
Economics (BS)
Business
Data Science
Mathematics
Political Science
Public Administration
Social Science
Geography (BS)
Geographic Information Systems
Geoenvironmental Science (BS)
Political Science (BA)
International Studies
Public Service (BS)
Sustainability (BS)
Environmental Conservation
Education
Early Childhood/ Elementary Education
PK-4 (BSEd)*
Elementary/Middle Level Education Grades 4-8 (BSEd)
Language Arts
Language Arts with Special Education Certification
Mathematics
Mathematics and Language Arts
Mathematics and Science
Mathematics and Social Studies
Mathematics with Special Education Certification
Science
Science and Language Arts 4-8
Science and Social Studies 4-8
Science with Special Education Certification
Social Studies 4-8
Social Studies with Special Education Certification
Social Studies and History (BSEd)
Special Education and Early Childhood Education (BSEd)*
History and International Studies
History (BA)
American History
Asian and Middle Eastern
European History
Public History
International Studies (BA)
African and Middle
Eastern Studies
Asian Studies
European Studies
Latin America and Caribbean Studies
Comparative and Global Cultures
Global Political Relations
Global Business and Economics
Languages
English (BA)
Literary Studies
Professional and Creative Writing
Secondary Education Certification*
French (BA)
Secondary Education Certification*
Spanish (BA)
Secondary Education Certification*
Math
Mathematics (BS)
Applied Mathematics
Dual Certification, Mathematics 7-12 and Special Education
Secondary Education Certification*
Statistics
Exploratory
Exploratory studies
Exploratory studies/ education interest
Exploratory studies/ science interest
American Chemical Society Certification, Anthropology, Art, Biochemistry, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Coaching, Communication Studies, Communication, Journalism and Media, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Criminal Justice, Data Science, Disability Studies, Economics, English, Entrepreneurship, Ethnic Studies, Exercise Science, French, French Cultural Studies, Geographic Information Science, Geography/Earth Science, German Studies, Gerontology, History, International Development, International Studies, Marine Science, Marketing, Mathematics, Military Science, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Professional Writing, Psychology, Public Service, Reading, Sociology, Spanish, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability, Technical/Professional Communications, Women’s and Gender Studies
Certificates
African and Middle East Studies, Asian Studies, Creative Writing, Ethnic Studies, European Studies, French, Geographic Information Systems, German, Graphic Design, Latin American Studies, Nanotechnology, Power, Agility, and Group Exercise, Professional Writing, Public History, Spanish, Translation in French, Translation in Spanish, Victimology and Victim Services, Women’s and Gender Studies
At Shippensburg University,
We provide exclusive and accredited programs, hands-on learning labs, and real-world experiences to ensure our students thrive well beyond their time at Ship.
22 average class size
5,000+ bachelor, master, and doctoral students
16:1 student:faculty ratio
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Find one-of-a-kind learning experiences right here at Ship. With over 250 programs, Ship offers industryaligned undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, preparing the workforce of the future, today.
One university, three
colleges.
College of Arts and Sciences College of Education and Human Services John L. Grove College of Business
Ship is the only state university in PA to offer six ABET accredited programs (the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) in the Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering in Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Software Engineering.
Not sure what your future career looks like yet? The Exploratory Studies program allows you to research major options before making a decision. The program guides you in understanding your abilities, values, and interests. If you’re considering majors with competitive admission standards or limited enrollments, we can assist you in understanding the requirements or help you find an alternative major that aligns with your goals.
Ship is the leader in faculty Fulbright Scholars in the State System.
Ship is the first school in PA’s State System of Higher Education to become internationally accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
1 of only 3 bachelor’s programs in PA accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC).
1 of only 7 Bachelor of Science programs in the US to exceed the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) Academic Program Standards.
250+ programs
88% of first-year students receive some form of financial aid
Shippensburg University grants Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level Examination Program (CLEP) credits based on College Board guidelines. Students who submit official AP or CLEP scores can receive college credit, skip courses they’ve already mastered, and accelerate their degree, saving time and money.
Earn college credits in high school—Ship Start allows area high school students to earn college credits at Ship for a fraction of the price. Eligible students who have completed 10th grade can enroll in Ship Start classes as early as the summer between their sophomore and junior year. Learn more ship.edu/shipstart
Dual Admissions is a free program designed to ensure seamless enrollment from an associate degree program at a community college to a bachelor’s degree program at Shippensburg University. Ship has dual admissions programs with seven community colleges.
Go further, faster. Ship has a number of specialty programs that allow you to grow, network, and learn on a path that’s unique to you.
Wood Honors College: The Wood Honors College offers academically talented students enriching undergraduate experiences. Benefits include small class sizes, priority scheduling, an honors residence hall option, special undergraduate research, service learning, and unique study abroad opportunities.
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC): Cadets in the program have been recognized as some of the best in the nation. As a part of the Raider Battalion, you will prepare yourself to serve as a US Army officer while pursuing your education.
Peace Corp Prep: Ship has one of only six Peace Corp Prep programs in Pennsylvania and is open to all majors. Gain academic skills and professional experience that will motivate you to make a difference globally.
Study abroad: Experience a foreign culture, improve your second language skills, increase your career options, and form new and rewarding relationships.
Undergraduate research: Present your work on local, state, and national levels. Collaborate with faculty in their ongoing projects, or perhaps even develop your own original research agenda.
With an average class size of twenty-two, our faculty members support and encourage you toward your unique goals and ambitions. Classroom experiences are enhanced by hands-on learning, undergraduate research, field training, and service learning opportunities.
Unlock your future.
Define your career goals and we’ll help you achieve them!
Through Ship’s award-winning Career Center you’ll find:
■ Job and internships fairs
■ Micro and virtual internships
■ Job shadow programs
■ Resume workshops
■ Alumni mentorship
■ Raider Ready Professional Dress Closet (free professional wardrobe options for students)
■ Free Google Certificate offerings
Where do Ship students intern?
■ Local, state, and federal government agencies
■ Non-profits
■ Small business
■ Fortune 500 companies
75,000+ alumni network
2,000 employers actively recruiting Ship students
Many of our learning labs and offices double as internship sites. Shippensburg University Campus Farm
Brad E. Hollinger Stock Trading Room
Center for Land Use and Sustainability (CLUS)*
The Fashion Archives and Museum (FA&M)*
Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School (GBLUES), the only public elementary lab school in the state*
Pride and Gender Equity (PAGE) Center*
Raider Wellness Resource Center*
The Shippensburg University Resource Coalition (SCRC)*
Sports Information Office*
*Indicates internship site
97% of counseling center clients stated the experience was effective 93% of students feel a sense of belonging in the residence halls
400+ hours of wellness programming offered
A broad network of support. Your well-being is our top priority.
Advising Center: general academic advising support to all students, intensive advising for students on academic probation, and transfer student support.
Counseling Center: provides mental health counseling and support services.
Etter Health Center: delivers medical care and wellness programs to students.
First-Year Experience (FYE) and Transfer Student Support: helps you transition to Shippensburg University and make the most of your college experience.
Learning Center: course-based tutoring, learning specialists, writing services, and more.
Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR): committed to serving students in need of reasonable accommodations.
Office of Inclusion, Belonging, and Social Equity (IBSE): promotes a university culture that encourages inclusion and belonging.
Seaber Raiders Academic Center for Student-Athletes (Seaber RAC): the one-stop shop of academic information for all student-athletes.
Shippensburg University Police Department (SUPD): ensuring a safe and secure living and learning environment.
Student Success: a one-stop shop whenever you have questions, face challenges, or just need some extra guidance, this office collaborates with campus partners to support your success at Ship. Includes resources like grants, the Textbook Network, attendance outreach, and the Early Alert Program.
The Ezra Lehman Memorial Library has over 350,000 books, serials, and other materials; over 73,000 AV materials; and over 1.5 million items on microform.
Dogs on the Quad has become a memorable tradition on campus that offers students, staff, and faculty some extra support from friendly canines on campus.
SHIP IS IT.
The university is a flagship— nationally recognized for its academic excellence and focus on student success.
Founded in 1871, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, John L. Grove College of Business, Education and Human Services, and Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering.
Our campus and the town of Shippensburg offer plenty of restaurants, shopping, and things to do. We’re conveniently located near historic towns, major cities, cultural attractions, and 250,000 acres of nearby state parks and forests.
Enjoy full-scale Broadway performances, comedians, symphonies, pop and rock performances, kid/family shows, internationally known speakers, and more.
LUHRS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (LPAC)
The student recreation center offers an indoor elevated track, racquetball, basketball courts, cardio equipment, and free weights. Stay motivated and have fun in fitness classes designed to provide a variety of instructional activities for all fitness levels.
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210 acre campus and adjacent 13-mile rail trail designated as a Green Ribbon School by the US Department of Education
The CUB is the most dynamic place on campus where you can meet, attend programs, and gather as a community.
SU Bookstore • Dunkin’ Galley Food Court • Theater • Wellness Office and Department Spaces
CEDDIA UNION BUILDING (CUB)
acre fully lighted multi-purpose student rec complex with basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, softball fields, street hockey rink, and disc golf course
The Academic Quad is a hub for campus activity. Here you might find a class that’s moved outdoors, a group of friends enjoying the sunshine, or a playful pup. An Earth Day celebration fills the area each spring, celebrating campus sustainability efforts.
ACADEMIC QUAD
Something for everyone.
■ Get involved in student clubs, organizations, and Greek life.
■ Get creative in our music, theatre, and arts scene.
■ Get together with movie nights, dance parties, gaming, group trips, and more.
■ Get active in club and intramural sports, at the student recreation center, or on the 13-mile rail trail, disc golf course, volleyball courts, and street hockey rink.
■ Get started by creating your own club or organization.
■ Give back through various service opportunities on and off campus.
150+
clubs and organizations
Including the Anime Society, Asian American Pacific Islander Organization, Boxing, Car Club, Cycling Club, Disc Golf, Equestrian, Greek Life, Heritage Dance Company, Raider ESports, Student Veterans of America, Shippensburg University Marching Band, Student Government Association, and more!
Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA): Promotes diversity and enhances equality. MSA motivates students to learn about their own culture and others.
Pride and Gender Equity (PAGE) Center: promotes a welcoming, women affirming, and LGBTQ+ affirming environment.
Cora I. Grove Spiritual Center: an interfaith chapel that also houses office space for spiritual organizations and campus ministries.
Raider Wellness Resource Center: focused on providing resources, programming, and services centered in holistic wellness in collaboration with students, staff, and faculty.
60,000+ hours volunteered yearly by Ship students
31 states and 20+ countries represented in the Ship student population
IT’S A SUITE LIFE
Stay close to campus events and resources, engage in hall activities, and achieve higher grades.
Choose from a variety of our living options, all with the ability to request your own roommates.
Our housing is available to incoming firstyear, transfer, returning undergraduate students, and graduate students.
Residence halls are co-ed, but individual suites are not. A gender-inclusive housing policy is in place.
6 Suite-style buildings
1 Communal hall
UNIT B SEMI-SUITE
2 person, 1 bedroom unit
UNIT D FULL-SUITE
4 person, 2 bedroom unit
UNIT D FULL-SUITE
4 person, 2 bedroom unit
UNIT F FULL-SUITE
4 person, 4 bedroom unit
SUITES (Units B, C, D, E, and F) ■ These buildings feature suite-style living with carpeted living and sleeping areas and are fully furnished. There is one bathroom for every two residents within the living space. Full suites include food prep and living rooms.
UNIT C SEMI-SUITE
2 person, 2 bedroom unit
UNIT E FULL-SUITE
2 person, 2 bedroom unit
UNIT T COMMUNAL
2 person, 1 bedroom unit
COMMUNAL (Unit T) ■ The communal hall provides fully furnished rooms with common bathrooms on the floor (maintained by custodial staff). These are the most cost-effective, on-campus living option.
Both feature FREE LAUNDRY FACILITIES, temperature-controlled rooms (air conditioning and heat), modern TV and common lounge spaces, and a common area kitchens for cooking. Your housing costs are all-inclusive and cover electric, WiFi, water, trash, and building maintenance.
Scan the QR code or visit ship.edu/housing for more information.
Our resident halls have outdoor amenities that include hammocks, solar-powered tables, bike service
disc
and covered bike racks. Several weekend programs are sponsored throughout the year and provide a late-night fun for students.
What is a Raider?
or Starbucks? You don’t have to choose. We have both.
A raider ship is a fast and lightly-armed privateer commissioned by governments to serve as a raider against enemies. The Shippensburg Raider ship slices through the water, sails billowing with the power of the wind, always moving onward.
Big Red | Big Red is a red-tailed hawk (no, they’re not a parrot), and captain of our Raider Ship. Catch them around campus in their tri-corn hat, Raider gear, and iconic light-up shoes.
Shippo the Hippo | Big Red’s first mate and the university’s secondary mascot. Shippo was the runner up during the 2005 mascot madness competition and rumor has it he actually won! After an April Fool’s joke in 2023, and a lot of positive feedback, Shippo was named first mate! Get to know Big Red and Shippo
and if you don’t know make sure you try this Ship-clusive
stations, charcoal grills,
golf, volleyball,
Dunkin’
A Raider Bowl #IYKYK
at Ship Dining.
Yes, DJ Tanner from Full House. Also yes—these are available at the SU Bookstore.
Dine your way.
Explore many different food options and find the perfect meal plan for you.
Whether you are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or have any food allergies, there are delicious dining options for everyone. Our meal plans are designed to meet your unique needs—whether it’s a snack-on-the-go, coffee before class, or chicken nuggets in the Galley Food Court—we have a plan to fit every appetite.
We’re proud to partner with local suppliers for ethical and sustainable food sourcing. At Ship, we support our local economy, continuing our commitment to sustainability.
575,000
Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets served
*In the Fall ’23 and Spring ’24 semesters
21,000 Iced coffees sold at Dunkin’
TOP 3 drinks ordered at Starbucks— Strawberry Açaí Lemonade, Iced Caramel Macchiato, and the Pink Drink
Intramural leagues and tournaments are held on campus and are open to every student.
Join a club sport and compete against other colleges in over 15 programs—and that number is growing.
Basketball Chess Dodgeball Flag Football
Inner Tube Water Polo
Kickball Pickleball Sand Volleyball Soccer
Hockey
In-Motion Dance Troupe Lacrosse, Men’s Rugby, Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Men’s Street Hockey
Table Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee, Men’s and Women’s Volleyball, Men’s
Ship’s athletic programs consistently rank at the top of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).
Ship provides a variety of academic, personal, and training support services to aid and enhance the development of all student-athletes including, the Kathryn Hughes Seaber Raiders Academic Center and the Raiders Athletics Performance Center
PSAC championships
15 straight PSAC Men’s Outdoor Track and Field Championships (league record)
5 NCAA Division II Field Hockey Championships 32 individual national champions
RAIDERSET
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Schedule a visit
Visiting a college campus is one of the best ways to determine if it’s the right fit for you! Campus visits are open to any student, whether you’ve applied or not. Go to ship.edu/visit or scan the QR code to schedule.
RAIDER DAY VISITS Offered several days a week and on some Saturdays! Our student ambassadors will show you around our beautiful campus and you’ll end your visit with lunch on us at Reisner Dining Hall. Apply at your visit and we will waive your application fee!
OPEN HOUSES Connect with faculty and current students to ask questions. Explore programs, athletics, life at Ship, scholarships, financial aid, and the application process. We host three open house events in the fall and one in the spring.
ADMITTED STUDENT DAYS Visit an Admitted Student Day for more information, with special student and parent sessions to help you decide—and lunch is on us.
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Your college education is truly an investment in your future. At Ship, we are committed to helping you make that investment affordable. That’s why the tuition cost remains unchanged at Ship since 2018. Shippensburg offers five types of aid—Shippensburg University scholarships, federal and state grants, federal and alternative loans, work-study programs, and veterans’ benefits. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)*.
START PLANNING EARLY!
File your FAFSA application* Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid and have the results sent to Shippensburg University. Submit your FAFSA early to get maximum federal, state, and scholarship aid. The Federal School Code for Ship is 003326 studentaid.gov MAY 1, 2025
Filing deadline for PA state grants
File before May 1, 2025 to be considered for PA state grants.
* The 2025-26 FAFSA application will open on December 1, 2024. Apply for your FSA ID at any time.
$79M received by Ship students in grants, scholarships, student employment, and loans each year
