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Sam Houston State University - Huntsville,Texas

Sam Houston State University has a student population of 21,213 and a student-faculty ratio of 21:1.

The university has a very diverse student base which consists of white Americans (49%), African American (18%), Hispanic (24%), and a few others. The university has a full-time retention rate of 76%.

79%

Acceptance Rate

$7,776

Avg.Financial Aid

003606

FAFSA Code

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Sam Houston State University

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private
Public
Acceptance Rate:
N/A
Level
4 Years
Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.
Not applicable
Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.
SACSCOC
Website
www.shsu.edu/
Student Population Number of Students attending College
21,213
On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?
Yes

Sam Houston State University is a public institution located in Huntsville, Texas.

The motto of the university is ‘The measure of a Life is its Service’. SHSU strives to meet the needs of contemporary students, both traditional and online. With a variety of fully online undergraduate and graduate degrees and numerous certificates and certifications, all of which are taught by on-campus professors.

It is more than an institution of higher learning; it is also a great employer.

The university was founded in 1879 and is the third-oldest public college or university in Texas. It is named after Mr. Sam Houston who is regarded as Texas' greatest hero. For more than 139 years, SHSU has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement and its motto resonates with all its students.

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Sam Houston State University has a student population of 21,213 and a student-faculty ratio of 21:1.

The university has a very diverse student base which consists of white Americans (49%), African American (18%), Hispanic (24%), and a few others. The university has a full-time retention rate of 76%.

When it comes to academic offerings SHSU offers over 90 bachelor's degree programs, more than 60 master’s degree programs and 10 doctoral programs, including the nation’s first Ph.D. in Forensic Science, SHSU offers an exceptional college experience.

The university provides 60 online programs across 21 disciplines. These disciplines include Business Management, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Education, Information Systems, Public Administration, Nursing, History, Sociology, Political Science, Information Technology, Interdisciplinary Studies, Music, Human Services, Health Sciences, Homeland Security, Exercise Science, Science, Safety, Environmental Science and Literature.

Sam Houston State University Accreditation

SHSU is regionally accredited and is recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Phone:

9362941111

Fax:

9362943758

Address

1806 Ave J

Rankings

SHSU is a nationally renowned university and its ranking is proof of that.

Forbes has ranked it #581 in its national university ranking.
US News & World Report has ranked it #281 in its national university ranking.

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
1st Aug
Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.
79%
SAT Range
1000 - 1140
SAT/ACT
Recommended
ACT Range
19 - 23
High School GPA
Required
Application Fee
$45
Accept Common App
None

Sam Houston follows a selective admission process which is very competitive. To get into SHSU, you need to perform well academically as well as in the test you have appeared for.

The last date to apply is August 1 and you have to pay an application fee of $45. The cut off score of SAT last year was 1000 - 1140 while the ACT range of 19-23 is mandatory.

Overall the admission process has the following steps.

Step -1 Complete the Online Application for SHSU.

Step -2 Submit Your Transcripts.

Step -3 Submit your Test scores.

Step -4 Additional Documents (varies for programs).

Step -5 Acceptance letter.

Sam Houston State University Admissions Office

Phone - 936.294.1828

Email - admissions@shsu.edu

Graduate Programs

Phone - 936.294.1971

Email - graduate@shsu.edu

Office Location -
Sam Houston State University
Estill Bldg. Suite 112

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Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.
$12,516
Average Annual Cost
$5,616

Additional Costs:

Books And Supplies
$22,478
Other Fees
$2,680
Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.
$9,386
Budget For Other Expenses
$3,796

Total One Year Cost

$22,478

Now coming to the part which gives you the biggest headache at the time of application, the cost of your program.

The cost of Programs at SHSU is fairly low as it is a public university. The total one year cost comes out to be $22,478.

The net price is $12,516 and average annual tuition cost is $5,616.

The cost includes:

Books & supplies - $1,000.

Room And Board - $9,386.

Other expenses - $3,796.

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Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Doctoral

Student:Faculty Ratio

21:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

76%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

54%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$366

Faculty Overview

52%

Male Professors

48%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Student Body

Undergraduate Students

18,498

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

35%

Full-time / Part-time

81% / 19%

Students Gender

Male

38%

US National: 44%

Female

62%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

49%

Unknown

Black

18%

Hispanic

24%

Two or more races

Non Resident alien

Asian

American Indian/Alaska native

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

High

Unknown Location

Out Of State

98%

In State

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$63,900 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

Freshmen Live on Campus

N/A

Undergrads in College Housing

19%

Averege Housing Cost

$5,336/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,050/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$4,050/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Bearkat

School Colors

orange and white

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Southland Conference

Total Male Athletes

218

Total Female Athletes

155

Intramural Sports

Sports Club

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Bowling

Cross Country

Golf

Soccer

Softball

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by SHSU. A candidate will be needed to pay a normal expense of $9,552 per year for living on campus. Sam Houston State University has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at SHSU costs around $4,050 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the university are 38% and 62%, respectively.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$37,400/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$44,600/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$12,197 - $29,000

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$127 - $301

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

76%

Average Aid Per Year

$7,776

Students Receiving Federal Grants

44%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,704

Students Receiving State Aid

59%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,501

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

10%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,516

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$11,484

$30K - $48K

$10,551

$48K - $75K

$7,363

$75K - $110K

$3,229

> $110K

$2,326

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$1,907,659

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$3,862,965

Financial Aid is provided in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. These aids are for the students to utilize to pay fees and meet other requirements at the university.

The eligibility for such provisions depends on academic performance, financial status, nationality or military background of the applicant.

Eligible students are required to apply for financial aid by filling in the FAFSA form with Sam Houston State University federal school code 003606.

Some of the financial aids provided are in the form of gift aid, federal grants, state aid, and institutional grants amounts to $7,776, $4,704, $5,501, and $5,516.

Sam Houston State University Financial Aid Office

The contact and address of the financial aid office is given below.

SHSU Financial Aid Office

1903 University, Estill 201

Box 2328

Huntsville TX 77341-2328

TEL - (936) 294-1774

FAX - (936) 294-3668

Toll Free - (866)BEARKAT

Financial Aid Website

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5: 00 PM.

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