
Sam Houston State University
Address
Address: Office of International Programs, Farrington 116, Huntsville, TX 77340
Website: http://www.shsu.edu
School Details
Key Facts
- Classified as a “Doctoral Research University” by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, placing SHSU in the top 7% of all U.S. colleges and universities
- Recognized by the Princeton Review as one of the “Best in the West” universities
- Criminal Justice College ranked in the U.S. top 5 (by the Journal of Criminal Justice)
- Ranked 10th among America’s “Safest Colleges,” on the Daily Beast news site
- Only school in Texas offering a degree in PGA Golf Management
- A diverse student body of over 19,000 students, including students from more than 60 countries
- Over 300 student organizations, including sports, volunteer, professional development, and international clubs
Rankings & Accreditation
Member of the Texas State University System
Classified as a “Doctoral Research University” by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, placing SHSU in the top 7% of all U.S. colleges and universities
The following programs are ranked in the U.S. Top 25 (by various sources):
- Criminal Justice
- Forensic Science (MA)
- Banking and Financial Institutions
- PGA Golf Management
- Dance
- Theater and Musical Theater
Student Population
- Total: Over 19,000
- International: Over 400
- Vietnamese: About 20
Entry Repuirements
- Undergraduate: TOEFL 550, iBT 79, or IELTS 6.5
- Graduate: TOEFL 550, iBT 79, or IELTS 6.5
- ESL: Students lacking the minimum English proficiency are encouraged to enroll in the English Language Institute (ELI). Students who successfully complete at least two ELI sessions (including Level 5) can receive conditional admission to an undergraduate program (any major) or graduate program (College of Science only).
Tuition & Fees
The following prices are undergraduate tuition, based on 15 hours per semester. Students typically attend two semesters per year (Fall and Spring). These prices do not include housing, books, meals, etc. For graduate tuition, go here:http://www.shsu.edu/admissions/cost.html. For English Language Institute tuition, go here:http://www.shsu.edu/dept/international-programs/english-language-institute/expenses.html
Tuition & Fees: $4,668.50 (in-state), $10.518.50
- Note: Any international students who receive an undergraduate/graduate scholarship of $1000 or more automatically receive a tuition reduction to in-state tuition. Accepted students can browse for scholarships here:http://www.shsu.edu/dept/financial-aid/scholarships/index.html.
Living Expenses: Varies by student
- Others (Health Insurance): Mandatory health insurance information can be found here:http://www.shsu.edu/dept/international-programs/english-language-institute/expenses.html
Total Cost (on I-20): Varies by student
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Yes