College comparison

Shepherd University vs University of Montevallo

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	Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV	University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL
Acceptance rateUniversity of Montevallo is more selective	97%	54%
SAT (25–75)	878–1140	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,344	2,151
Avg net price	$11,363	$17,683
Median earnings (10 yr)Shepherd University reports higher median earnings	$49,358	$42,957
Graduation rate	51%	54%
Median debt	$21,600	$24,000
Economic mobility	1.1%	1.0%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is Shepherd University or University of Montevallo harder to get into?

University of Montevallo is more selective: Shepherd University's acceptance rate is approximately 97% and University of Montevallo's is approximately 54% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Shepherd University vs University of Montevallo?

The middle-50% SAT range is 878–1140 at Shepherd University and — at University of Montevallo. 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.