Shorter University provides quality higher education, enabling and encouraging student commitment to active, life-long learning; personal spiritual values; responsible citizenship; and community and societal leadership. The college offers quality undergraduate liberal arts programs, specialized professional programs and select graduate programs.Various campus locations and distance learning courses open education opportunities to individuals who are unable to attend traditional classes.

The university is located on a 155-acre campus in Rome. There are satellite campuses in North Atlanta, Lawrenceville, Georgia and Riverdale, Georgia. University consists of College of Adult & Professional Studies,  Ledbetter College of Business, School of Arts & Sciences, School of Education, School of Fine & Performing Arts, School of Nursing, School of Science & Mathematics.  Shorter offers bachelor's degrees in 30 fields of study as well as some master's degrees.

Distance Education
The main goal is to offer students a valuable and exceptional online learning experience. The faculty is devoted and committed to provide quality education available 24/7 from anywhere.

Financial Aid
Many financial options are available to online students. Financial Assistance makes getting degree more affordable. At Shorter University Financial Aid application process is really smooth.
Applying for Financial Aid students need to:
1. Apply for Admission to Shorter University.
2. Apply for a FAFSA pin number.
3. File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
4. Complete the Shorter Online Financial Aid Application.