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Sam Houston State University
Public, 4-year
1806 Ave J, Huntsville, TX 77340
Quick Facts
18,138
Total Enrollment
85%
Acceptance Rate
55%
Graduation Rate
$9,228
In-State Tuition
$16,025
Avg Net Price
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1055
Avg SAT Score
About Sam Houston State University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity |
| Size | 20,000 and above |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 1806 Ave J |
| City | Huntsville, TX |
| ZIP Code | 77340 |
| County | Walker County |
Special Designations
Hispanic-Serving Institution
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Alisa White (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Protective Services 22%
Business 16%
Health Professions 12%
Education 7%
Psychology 6%
Communication 5%
Visual/Performing Arts 5%
Biology 3%
Undergraduate Programs: Yes
Graduate Programs: Yes
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 18,138 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 63% |
| Male | 37% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 46.2% |
| Black | 17.4% |
| Hispanic | 28.1% |
| Asian | 2.1% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.8% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 3.4% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 0.8% |
| Unknown | 1.1% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 14.3% |
| Part-Time Students | 19.9% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 480 | 530 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 520 | 560 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 21 | 25 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$9,228
In-State Tuition
$19,020
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,517
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,025
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 40% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 46% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 40% |
Student Debt & Repayment
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $11,736 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $12,541 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $15,419 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $21,551 |
| $110,001+ | $23,198 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
Student Outcomes
75%
Full-Time Retention
65%
Part-Time Retention
55%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$8,309
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$7,731
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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