College comparison

East Central University vs Shepherd University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	East Central University Ada, OK	Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV
Acceptance rateEast Central University is more selective	58%	97%
SAT (25–75)	900–1120	878–1140
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,467	2,344
Avg net price	$8,683	$11,363
Median earnings (10 yr)Shepherd University reports higher median earnings	$44,962	$49,358
Graduation rate	34%	51%
Median debt	$17,671	$21,600
Economic mobility	—	1.1%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is East Central University or Shepherd University harder to get into?

East Central University is more selective: East Central University's acceptance rate is approximately 58% and Shepherd University's is approximately 97% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for East Central University vs Shepherd University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 900–1120 at East Central University and 878–1140 at Shepherd University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.