Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania: what international applicants need

What are Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?

86.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania admitted 6,249 of its 7,224 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania's application fee for international students?

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania's application fee is $45 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania accept?

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania require?

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania require the Common App personal essay?

No. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania have?

39 of Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania's 4,371 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.9%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania cost for international students?

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $15,974 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $13,720). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $13,340. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $34,296 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source