Shepherd University is a public institution based on the liberal arts tradition, focusing on the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Located in Shepherdstown, WV, Shepherd offers the atmosphere of a small town with easy access to Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, Md., and just minutes from Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Shepherd offers a personalized education at an affordable price so our students can focus on what matters to them while still pursuing their degree. Shepherd is an NCAA Division II school with 13 athletic programs and offers more than 100 clubs and organizations. That means our students aren't only involved at school, they are engaged in the classroom, across campus, and in their community. Shepherd University helps you create the future you want. The future of YOU!