Shenandoah University
When international students enroll at Shenandoah University, they get the best of both worlds - a beautiful, safe campus in a small, cozy town just a short drive from the major metropolitan areas of Washington, D.C. and Baltimore. Shenandoah University successfully teaches more than 200 academic and practical courses. It is a university with a dynamic academic learning environment, where faculty know each student by name and help them achieve their academic and career goals.
Quick Facts
About University
There are over 80 student clubs and organizations that help bring students together, as well as 21 varsity sports teams, known as the Hornets, that compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Notable alumni of Shenandoah University include actress Kate Flannery, known for her role as Meredith Palmer on The Office, as well as Lost actor Harold Perrineau and Carter Beauford, the drummer for Dave Matthews' band.
Shenandoah University's convenient location in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, near Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, allows students to explore nearby metropolitan areas and take advantage of year-round recreational, hiking, and biking opportunities amid rivers, caves, and rural vistas.
Academic Programs
Taught in EnglishCollege of Arts and Sciences
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Division of Applied Technology
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Shenandoah Conservatory
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Division of Education & Leadership
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School of Nursing
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School of Business
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Intakes & Deadlines
Available intake periods for application
Spring 2025
Spring 2025
Fall 2025
Fall 2025
Spring 2026
Spring 2026
Fall 2026
Fall 2026
Admission Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Basic Requirements
2.0
Standardized Tests
480
18
English Language Level
6.5
79
105
How to Enroll
Follow these steps to apply Shenandoah University
Review the programs and choose the one that suits you
The first step is to review the programs at Shenandoah University, the admission requirements, and assess your qualifications. Choose a program and major that matches your interests, educational goals, and career goals.
Familiarization with University Deadlines
Please review the application deadlines carefully.
Preparation of documents required for admission
Prepare the necessary documents: exam results, language tests, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays, resumes and other documents.
Create your account to apply for training
Create your account on the Shorelight website using this link: https://shorelight.com/universities/undergraduate/shenandoah-university/#admissions
Submitting an application for training and paying the entrance fee
Submit your application and supporting documents to Shenandoah University through your account. You will be required to pay a $30 application fee.
Personal Interviews (for applicants to Shenandoah Conservatory)
Applicants to the Bachelor of Music, Theatre and Dance programs at Shenandoah Conservatory must audition, interview, and have a portfolio review. Applicants to the Musical Theatre and Voice Performance programs will also be required to complete a preliminary interview before being invited to audition.
Waiting for a decision
After submitting your application and documents, wait for a decision on your application. Shenandoah University will conduct a selection and notify you of the results and send you the documents ( Form I-20) required to apply for a student visa to the USA
Preparing for studies and obtaining a visa
Once you receive a positive response from Shenandoah University, you will need to begin processing your F-1 student visa and booking on-campus housing.
Cost of Study
Full breakdown of tuition and living costs
Campus Life
Facilities and student experience
• Student houses
World-class facility
• Sports facilities
World-class facility
• Shenandoah Conservatory
World-class facility