200+ areas of study
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Shenandoah University | A College of Distinction
Shenandoah University has received national recognition as a college of distinction for its individualized and engaging education and its student success and satisfaction.
Shenandoah earned recognition for its many student-centered programs, including first-year seminars; programs in service-learning and diversity and global learning; interdisciplinary programs; collaborative assignments and projects; capstone projects; and study abroad programs and internships.
Why Shenandoah?
Jeremy Kwolek '24 '26
Culpeper, Virginia
"As students at Shenandoah, we are lucky to have professors and other faculty members who sincerely care about our success and growth on both a personal and academic level. As a member of the baseball team at SU, the people I have met on and off the field are level-headed, intelligent, and respectful individuals. You are a part of a family here at Shenandoah."
Exercise Science
Athletic Training

Why Shenandoah?
Dylan Buchwald ‘25
Ellicott City, MD
"My favorite thing about my major is being able to perform."
Acting

Why Shenandoah?
Luke Janus '24
Delran, New Jersey
“I chose SU because it fit what I envisioned college to be. I like the smaller classroom sizes, as I can get more personalized lessons from my professors. In my experience, their offices are always open and they encourage you to get help when you need it. While the academics are what brought me to the school, the environment around SU is what made me stay and want to go back when I am not there. It got me out of my shell. I feel like a part of a community that gives me fulfillment!"
Cybersecurity
Computer Science

Why Shenandoah?
Zay Williams ‘26
Virginia Beach, VA
"My favorite thing about my major is learning the money side of all of the businesses and understanding where it comes from and how to spend it responsibly."
Business Administration

Why Shenandoah?
Marissa Overbaugh '25
Winchester, Virginia
“For me, the beautiful rolling hills of the Shenandoah Valley are home. I chose to attend Shenandoah University to build a professional networking platform as a young adult. This school provides room for growth in a variety of fields with professionals in each industry that are willing and able to help you achieve your goals. I love that there is a helping hand at every corner. The small campus feel and friendly environment are what made Shenandoah my choice.”
Business Administration

Shenandoah Today

Virginia General Assembly Resolution Honors Shenandoah University During Its 150th Year
Resolution commends Shenandoah for ‘exceptional contributions’ to higher education, the Northern Shenandoah Valley community
Photographed above (left to right): Del. William D. (Bill) Wiley, Rep. Ben Cline, Shenandoah University President Tracy Fitzsimmons, Shenandoah University student Valeria Perero Santa Cruz, Del. Delores Oates, and Del. Howard Otto Wachsmann, Jr ... Continue Reading Virginia General Assembly Resolution Honors…

Shenandoah VR Design Students Showcase Their Work At Prestigious Conference
Four students presented projects at I/ITSEC in Orlando, Florida
Students in Shenandoah University’s virtual reality design program had the opportunity to showcase some of their work at the 2024 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), the world’s largest modeling, simulation ... Continue Reading Shenandoah VR Design Students Showcase…

Shenandoah Dance Students Work With Rising Stars
Some of the Dance World’s Brightest Lights Bring Their New & Restaged Choreography to Shenandoah for Dance Ensemble Concert
Several of the nation’s most exciting choreographers came to Shenandoah’s main campus to work directly with Shenandoah Conservatory’s Dance Ensemble to craft the performances in the Jan. 31-Feb. 2 concert, “Reflections: Invited Choreographers ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Dance Students Work With…