Sam Houston State University
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's Degree
Tuition per Year (out of state)
$18,752
Surrounding Environment
Town: Distant
Description:
Sam Houston State, founded in 1879, is a public, comprehensive university. Programs are offered through the Colleges of Applied Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts, Humanities, and Science and the Institute of Corrections and Behavioral Sciences. Its 2,143-acre campus, marked by the classic antebellum architecture of Austin Hall, is located in Huntsville, 70 miles from Houston.
1806 Ave J
Huntsville, TX 77340
General Info:
936.294.1111
Website:
www.shsu.edu/
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Sam Houston State University
Admissions
Application Fee: $50
Requirements:
- Secondary school GPA
- Secondary school record
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Admission:
Total Men WomenNumber of Applicants 11,556 3,970 7,586Applicants Admitted 11,161 3,783 7,378Admitted Students Enrolled Full Time 2,758 955 1,803Part Time 150 49 101
Test Scores:
SAT The SAT was taken by 1,664 enrolled students, or 57%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Critical Reading 480 570 Math 470 550 Writing 480 570
ACT The ACT was taken by 457 enrolled students, or 16%. 25th Percentile 75th Percentile Verbal 17 26 Math 18 23
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Sam Houston State University
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Year: 2021-2022
Average Tuition & Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduates
Tuition & Fees In-State $8,960Out-Of-State $18,752Books & Supplies $1,380On-Campus Room & Board $10,406Other Expenses $3,866Off-Campus Room & Board $10,406Other Expenses $3,866Off-Campus With Family Other Expenses $3,866
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Sam Houston State University
Programs
Select a major from the list below to view possible careers that the major would prepare you for. Please note that this list only contains careers that have been specifically reported for these majors, and may not include an exhaustive list.
Majors | Degree Type |
---|---|
Accounting. | MD/DO |
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Communication/Journalism. | MD/DO |
Agricultural Mechanization, General. | MD/DO |
Agriculture, General. | MD/DO |
Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture. | MD/DO |
Agronomy and Crop Science. | MD/DO |
Animal Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects. | MD/DO |
Applied Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | MD/DO |
Athletic Training/Trainer. | MD/DO |
Banking and Financial Support Services. | MD/DO |
Biological and Physical Sciences. | MD/DO |
Biology/Biological Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Biomedical Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Business Administration and Management, General. | MD/DO |
Business/Commerce, General. | MD/DO |
Business/Managerial Economics. | MD/DO |
Chemistry, General. | MD/DO |
Clinical Psychology. | MD/DO |
Computer and Information Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. | MD/DO |
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician. | MD/DO |
Computer Software Technology/Technician. | MD/DO |
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | MD/DO |
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. | MD/DO |
Counseling Psychology. | MD/DO |
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services. | MD/DO |
Creative Writing. | MD/DO |
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. | MD/DO |
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. | MD/DO |
Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management. | MD/DO |
Critical Infrastructure Protection. | MD/DO |
Curriculum and Instruction. | MD/DO |
Dance, General. | MD/DO |
Dietetics/Dietitian. | MD/DO |
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia. | MD/DO |
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General. | MD/DO |
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General. | MD/DO |
Education, Other. | MD/DO |
Educational Leadership and Administration, General. | MD/DO |
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision. | MD/DO |
Educational/Instructional Technology. | MD/DO |
English Language and Literature, General. | MD/DO |
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies. | MD/DO |
Environmental Science. | MD/DO |
Exercise Science and Kinesiology. | MD/DO |
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing. | MD/DO |
Fashion Merchandising. | MD/DO |
Finance, General. | MD/DO |
Fine/Studio Arts, General. | MD/DO |
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General. | MD/DO |
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management. | MD/DO |
Forensic Chemistry. | MD/DO |
Forensic Science and Technology. | MD/DO |
French Language and Literature. | MD/DO |
Geographic Information Science and Cartography. | MD/DO |
Geography. | MD/DO |
Geology/Earth Science, General. | MD/DO |
Graphic Design. | MD/DO |
Health and Wellness, General. | MD/DO |
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | MD/DO |
Health Teacher Education. | MD/DO |
Health/Health Care Administration/Management. | MD/DO |
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration. | MD/DO |
History, General. | MD/DO |
Homeland Security. | MD/DO |
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General. | MD/DO |
Interior Design. | MD/DO |
International and Comparative Education. | MD/DO |
International Business/Trade/Commerce. | MD/DO |
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. | MD/DO |
Library and Information Science. | MD/DO |
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management. | MD/DO |
Management Information Systems, General. | MD/DO |
Marketing/Marketing Management, General. | MD/DO |
Mass Communication/Media Studies. | MD/DO |
Mathematics, General. | MD/DO |
Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician. | MD/DO |
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | MD/DO |
Music Pedagogy. | MD/DO |
Music Therapy/Therapist. | MD/DO |
Music, General. | MD/DO |
Musical Theatre. | MD/DO |
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy. | MD/DO |
Philosophy. | MD/DO |
Photography. | MD/DO |
Physics, General. | MD/DO |
Political Science and Government, General. | MD/DO |
Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing. | MD/DO |
Project Management. | MD/DO |
Psychology, General. | MD/DO |
Public Administration. | MD/DO |
Public Health, General. | MD/DO |
Radio and Television. | MD/DO |
Reading Teacher Education. | MD/DO |
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. | MD/DO |
School Psychology. | MD/DO |
Sociology, General. | MD/DO |
Spanish Language and Literature. | MD/DO |
Special Education and Teaching, General. | MD/DO |
Speech Communication and Rhetoric. | MD/DO |
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. | MD/DO |
Statistics, General. | MD/DO |
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels. | MD/DO |
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor. | MD/DO |
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Sam Houston State University
Financial Aid
Aid Type | # Receiving | % Receiving | Average Amt |
---|---|---|---|
Federal Grants | 1,357 | 50% | $ 5,702 |
State/Local Grants | 1,555 | 57% | $ 5,681 |
Institutional Grants | 305 | 11% | $ 4,393 |
Loans To Students | 1,422 | 53% | $ 5,728 |
Percent of In-State, full-time, first-time undergraduates receiving financial aid: 99%
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Sam Houston State University
Enrollment
Fall 2021
Undergraduate: | 18,288 |
Graduate: | 3,324 |
School Total: | 21,612 |
By Gender | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
Men | 6,623 / 36% | 1,053 / 32% |
Women | 11,665 / 64% | 2,271 / 68% |
By Race | Undergraduate | Graduate |
---|---|---|
International | 166 / 1% | 116 / 3% |
African-American | 3,117 / 17% | 376 / 11% |
Native American | 124 / 1% | 8 / 0% |
Asian | 371 / 2% | 173 / 5% |
Hispanic | 4,824 / 26% | 814 / 24% |
Caucasian | 8,713 / 48% | 1,712 / 52% |
Other | 336 / 2% | 24 / 1% |
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Sam Houston State University
Student Services
Services Offered:
- Remedial services
- Academic/Career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Special Learning Opportunities Offered:
- Distance Learning Opportunities (Undergraduate & Graduate)
- ROTC
- Study Abroad
- Weekend/Evening college
- Teacher Certification
Library:
- Physical Facilities
- Organized collection of printed materials
- Access to digital/electronic resources
- Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials
- Established library hours
- Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions
ROTC Options:
- Army
Teacher Certification Details:
- Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
- Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
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Sam Houston State University
Athletics
Athletic Association: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
NCAA or NAIA Membership:
Football: Western Athletic Conference Basketball: Western Athletic Conference Baseball: Western Athletic Conference Cross Country/Track: Western Athletic Conference
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