Shenandoah University
Winchester, Virginia · Private
Shenandoah University admitted 77% of 4,200 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 935–1210 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 70% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Shenandoah University
Enter a score to see whether Shenandoah University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
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Application deadlines
Shenandoah University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 4, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $30, and Shenandoah University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Shenandoah University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Shenandoah University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
1 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 1 took it, and 0 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Shenandoah University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
- Activities
- Talent or ability
Considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Character
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.73 GPA. 10% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $51,928 a year. After grants, students paid $26,400 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate?
Shenandoah University admitted 77% of applicants: 3,232 of 4,200 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is Shenandoah University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 4, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Shenandoah University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 935 to 1210, with a median around 1100. A score at or above 1100 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Shenandoah University’s application fee?
The application fee is $30 for 2026–27, and Shenandoah University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Shenandoah University have supplemental essays?
No. Shenandoah University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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