Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Shippensburg, PA

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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania - Shippensburg, PA

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SU Ship Shippensburg Raiders Public Personal Innovative Scenic Historic Rural

Founded in 1871 as the Cumberland Valley State Normal School, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania develops students to their utmost intellectual, personal, and social capabilities needed to perform as competent citizens ready to embark on a career or advanced study after graduation. Highly effective and innovative teaching complemented by various out-of-class experiences shapes student learning and personal development at Shippensburg.

Situated in the beautiful Cumberland Valley, Ship is convenient to numerous houses and apartments available for rent within close proximity to the SU campus. Commuting and traveling from Ship is easy with access to U.S. 11 and I-81.

More than 150 student clubs and organizations, NCAA Division II Raider athletics, intramural sports, community engagement opportunities, and special events all contribute to the vibrant campus life at Ship. Hiking and camping opportunities are plentiful off campus, with nearby Michaux State Forest. Hershey, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and DC are all within a two-hour drive of the SU campus as well.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Shippensburg, PA is $1,040 for one bedroom, $1,162 for two bedrooms, and $1,451 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Shippensburg has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 894 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,040/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 930 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,162/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,204 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,451/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

35

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

37

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Grace B Luhrs Univ Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

130 Students

8
out of 10

Shippensburg Intrm School

Public

Grades 4-5

487 Students

6
out of 10

Nancy Grayson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

486 Students

6
out of 10

James Burd Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

502 Students

5
out of 10

Shippensburg Area Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

786 Students

6
out of 10

Shippensburg Area Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,138 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Michaux State Forest

Airports

  • Hagerstown Regional/Richard A Henson Field

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