Sam Houston State University

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1803 Ave I
Huntsville, TX 77341
(936) 294-1111
Website: www.shsu.edu/
Location: Southwest
Calendar: Semester

Get a snapshot of Sam Houston State University with this general overview, including student enrollment and graduation rates, average test scores, student demographics, and more.

Mission Statement

Sam Houston State University is a multi-purpose state university that exists to meet the needs of a civilized community by providing to the community educational opportunities and resources of the highest quality. The university has evolved into a federation of colleges and programs which provides a climate of intellectual freedom with academic programs to enable its students to become informed, thoughtful, and productive citizens with the skills necessary to evaluate issues critically and to appreciate the cultural and aesthetic values of life.

School Characteristics

Student Population
14,371
Students
Public University
Public
Student Population
$3,582 per year


Length of Study: Four or more years
Religious Affiliation: None

Test Scores & GPA

Average GPA: GPA Unavailable
Average ACT: 21
Average SAT: 1010

School Profile

Total Enrollment: 14,371
Retention Rate: 68%
Graduation Rate: 40%

School Accreditation

National: Yes
Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
Federal: Yes

Male / Female Enrollment

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Total Enrollment

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