Known for business — excellent value
Sam Houston State University is a public institution in Huntsville with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1055, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 18.1K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,211 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,025.
Established
1879
Motto
"The measure of a Life is its Service"
Mascot
Sammy Bearkat
Type
Public research university
Conference
Conference USA
Division
Division I
85%Acceptance
1055SAT Avg
18,138Students
20:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
$54,211Earnings 10yr
$16,025Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate85.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1055
Reading & WritingMid: 525
480580
MathMid: 510
460560
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1925
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,228
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,020
Room & Board$11,720
Books & Supplies$1,380
Total Cost of Attendance$24,517
Average Net Price$16,025
Median Debt at Graduation$21,983
Monthly Payment (10yr)$233
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,736
$30–48K$12,541
$48–75K$15,419
$75–110K$21,551
$110K+$23,198
Programs (137)
Student Body
Undergrads
18,138
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
40%
Race & Ethnicity
White 46%
Black 17%
Hispanic 28%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate55.1%
Freshman Retention75.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,337
8 Years$49,729
10 Years$54,211
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,600
Men
$60,100
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Source: Wikipedia