Sam Houston State University
- 4 Year
- HUNTSVILLE, TX
Sam Houston State University
- grade BOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- HUNTSVILLE, TX
- Rating 3.77 out of 5 3,802 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade A
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade C+
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade B+
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade B minus
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Southland Conference
From Sam Houston State University
Named for Texas’s greatest hero, Sam Houston State University (SHSU) continually honors its historical roots through academic excellence. For more than 140 years, SHSU has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, “The measure of a Life is its Service,” resonates among its approximately 21,612 students, eight colleges and well beyond its Huntsville roots.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
92%
SAT Range
970-1120
ACT Range
18-23
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
No
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Will You Get Into SHSU?
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Cost
Net Price
$13,904 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$8,843 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
88%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
19:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
81%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 202 responses58%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 288 responses58%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 289 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies810 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities478 Graduates
- Business363 Graduates
- Psychology199 Graduates
- Communications177 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science141 Graduates
- Accounting137 Graduates
- Nursing121 Graduates
- Public Health118 Graduates
- Animal Sciences and Husbandry108 Graduates
#1 Top Performers on Social Mobility - Texas
No. 1 “Top Performers on Social Mobility – Texas,” and No.24 “Top Performers on Social Mobility – USA,” U.S. News and World Report 2022
Online
Online Programs Offered
9
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
9
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
15,020 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
3,791
Undergrads Over 25
16%
Pell Grant
45%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
59%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 317 responsesPoll
61%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 371 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$44,600 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
58%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%87%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 154 responsesSam Houston State University Reviews
Rating 3.77 out of 5 3,802 reviews
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Sam Houston State University is a very affordable school with great academic opportunities. There is a lot of support on campus; the financial aid office is incredibly helpful. The campus offers free counseling, a lot of restaurants, and many fun events. The town is beautiful! There are flowers almost everywhere on campus and many great small businesses around for certain necessities. The library has a wide variety of literature and provides a large space to study. The campus is very diverse and makes sure that every student of all backgrounds is catered to. Everyone genuinely has a voice here.
I love Sam Houston State University! The transition from community college to a 4 year was smooth, mainly because the classroom sizes are similar which helps a lot with communication between student and professor. All of the professors I’ve had have been super helpful and are excellent with teaching. They have always been ready to answer my questions and challenge my abilities as a student which have helped me grow into a progressing student. It has been the best experience and I cannot end this review without mention how cost effective it is! A great education with a better price tag than most universities. I’m grateful for the opportunity to be a student here!
Sam Houston State University is an amazing institution in which I learned a lot from over the course of my time there. The campus feels big without feeling overwhelming, and all aspects from dining options to stores are within walking distance! The professors really make this place special with their welcoming attitudes towards students.
The departmental courses offered by the Mass Communications department provided unparalleled opportunities for growth- helping you reach your full potential as both human being AND college student
The departmental courses offered by the Mass Communications department provided unparalleled opportunities for growth- helping you reach your full potential as both human being AND college student