When you apply to Shippensburg University, you are taking the first step to joining a community of lifelong learners, where we inspire each student in all areas of their lives in a hands-on, supportive environment.
With rolling deadlines and test-optional policies, applying to Shippensburg University is made simple. If you need any further assistance or have questions about how to apply to Shippensburg, contact a member of our Admissions team!
Find Your Path and Get Started on the Journey
Undergraduate Application
Apply to Shippensburg using our undergraduate application if you’re a senior in high school or already graduated from high school.
Transfer Student Application
Apply as a transfer student if you’d like to shift previous credit from a community college or four-year institution to Shippensburg to complete your undergraduate degree.
Graduate Application
Select the graduate application if you’re interested in earning a master’s degree or doctoral degree at Ship. This also applies to current graduate students interested in transferring to one of Shippensburg’s programs.
Apply for Non-Degree Seeking Admission
It’s possible to sign up for classes and complete non-degree-seeking coursework at Ship. Apply as a non-degree applicant if you might take a class before applying to a program, want to learn about a particular topic from experts in the field or if one of our many academically rigorous courses interests you.
Schedule a One-on-One Virtual Meeting with an Admissions Counselor
If you want to learn more about applying to Shippensburg, feel free to reach out to us by email or phone or schedule a one-on-one virtual meeting with an admissions counselor.
Continue Your Application
Pick back up where you left off! log in using your email and password and complete your application.
Check Application Status
If you’ve already submitted an undergraduate, graduate, transfer or international application to Shippensburg University, log in using your email and password to see updates to the application status.
Specialty Admissions
For admissions that aren't as straightforward, find a deeper dive on the information you need to apply below.
Dual Enrollment and College Prep
Explore our college readiness programs:
- Ship Start helps you begin earning credits for college while still in high school, saving money on future tuition.
- REP4 gives prospective college students a summer collaborative experience.
- Summer Academy provides access to higher education for students who would not be admitted to the university using regular admission criteria (grades and aptitude test scores).
Military and Veteran Applications
If you are or were in the armed services and applying as an undergraduate, graduate or transfer student to Ship, take a moment to learn more about our world-class veteran support services. We’re dedicated to helping you navigate the process of fulfilling your academic goals. After you check out the available services, you can start the undergraduate application, graduate application or transfer application process.
International Student Applications
Shippensburg University welcomes international students from all over the world. Interested students should visit the International Applications section, where you will find information about academic requirements, English language requirements, financial support, I-20 issuance and student life.
Applying to be Readmitted to Ship
Have you previously attended or taken courses at Shippensburg University and want to reapply? Whether you’re reapplying as an undergraduate or graduate student, learn about how we readmit students to Ship.