$9,891
$22,341
not including room and board
in-state out-of-state More Financial Details74%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 9,212 |
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| Declined | + 3,153 |
| Total Received | 12,365 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Texas A&M University — College Station | College Station, TX |
| University of Mary Hardin–Baylor | Belton, TX |
| Houston Baptist University | Houston, TX |
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth, TX |
| University of Texas at Dallas | Richardson, TX |
| McMurry University | Abilene, TX |
| University of the Incarnate Word | San Antonio, TX |
| University of Houston | Houston, TX |
| Texas State University | San Marcos, TX |
| Dallas Baptist University | Dallas, TX |
| SAT | 6643 |
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| ACT | 4162 |
Sam Houston State University, founded in 1879, is a public, comprehensive, Carnegie Doctoral Research classified university. Undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs are offered through the Colleges of Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Education, Fine Arts and Mass Communication, Health Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences, and Sciences. Its 316-acre campus is located in Huntsville, Texas.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 20,938 |
| Established in | 1879 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • ADiA (American Dietetic Association) • APA (American Psychological Association) • CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs) • CIDA (Council for Interior Design Accreditation) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
316-acre campus in Huntsville (population: 41,208), 72 miles from Houston. Served by bus; major airport serves Houston; train serves College Station (54 miles). Public transportation serves campus.
Sam Houston State University
1905 University Avenue
Huntsville, TX 77340
| Application fee | $45 |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | August 1 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required of some |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Required |
74%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 9,212 |
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| Declined | + 3,153 |
| Total Received | 12,365 |
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Particular talent/ability
Secondary school record
Volunteer Work
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Work Experience
Angie Taylor
Director of Admissions
P: 866 BEARKAT
F: 936 294-3758
admissions@shsu.edu
| Tuition | $6,840 |
| Room | $5,240 |
| Board | $3,940 |
| Additional fees | $3,051 |
| Books & supplies | $1,372 |
| Total | $20,443 |
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| Average Financial Aid | - $11,263 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $9,180 |
77%
$11,263
Need-based
| Federal | $31,094,488 |
| State | $24,274,188 |
| Institutional | $3,098,310 |
| Other external | $4,513,134 |
| Total | $62,980,120 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $19,566 |
| State | |
| Institutional | $1,957,895 |
| Other external | $2,600,016 |
| Total | $4,577,477 |
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Not Required/Recommended |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Not Required/Recommended |
| Essay or personal statement | Not Required/Recommended |
Minimum transfers must complete
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