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Sam Houston State University, SHSU Online

Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas

Highlights

  • Provides credit for life experiences
  • Offers credit for military training
  • Offers a number of fully online programs
  • Offers guaranteed price plan option for Texas residents

Overview

Sam Houston State University (SHSU), founded in 1879, is among the oldest public institutions of higher education in Texas. A member of the Texas State University System, SHSU consists of eight colleges and offers a range of academic programs including nationally recognized programs in mathematics, performing arts, banking, and criminal justice. Through SHSU Online, students can receive the same quality education as their on-campus counterparts. The university's innovative faculty teach both the university's on-campus and online courses, and all students have access to state-of-the art advancements and technologies.

Sam Houston State University Recognized as an Online College Leader

TBS has recognized SHSU as a leader of online education in the area of education & teaching for having several ranking online programs in this area, offered through the following departments:

Department of Educational Leadership

The Department of Educational Leadership, part of the College of Education at Sam Houston State University, offers graduate, and professional degrees and certificates in educational leadership fields. Working professionals and educators seeking to advance careers in educational leadership may pursue topics of study such as instructional leadership, administration, higher education administration, and developmental education. Through curricula that balance theory and practice, students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to lead schools, schools systems, instructional programs, and universities. With online degree programs and professional experience opportunities, the department provides flexible opportunities for students to grow and advance. The School of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

The Department of Educational Leadership offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Department of Library Science and Technology

The Department of Library Science and Technology, part of the College of Education at Sam Houston State University, offers graduate and professional degrees and certificates for students seeking to advance careers in its two focused fields. The department balances theory and practices in information sciences to develop foundational and advanced knowledge necessary for library and instructional systems specialist careers. With professional experience opportunities and flexible online degrees, the school meets the needs of busy, working students. The School of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

The Department of Library Science and Technology offers an online degree program featured in the following ranking:

School of Teaching and Learning

The School of Teaching and Learning, part of the College of Education at Sam Houston State University, provides students with undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree and certificate program options in a wide variety of education fields. Entry-level students and professional educators with years of experience under their belts may specialize in areas including math education, reading education, foreign languages education, curriculum and instruction, ESL, and special education . With online degree options and professional experience opportunities, the department also serves the needs of a diverse array of students pursuing education careers. The School of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

The School of Teaching and Learning offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Sam Houston State University's Accreditation, Approvals, Tuition & Admissions Info

Accreditation and Approvals

Sam Houston State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

Tuition

SHSU offers a Guaranteed Tuition Price Plan option for Texas residents enrolling as undergraduate freshman of transfer students.

  • Undergraduate tuition -- $678.75 to $685.99 in-state / $1,093.75 out-of-state
  • Graduate tuition -- $753.25 in-state / $1,168.25 out-of-state

Admissions and Transfer Info

Sam Houston State University's admission prerequisites and application requirements vary by program.

Undergraduate applicants must submit official high school transcripts and ACT/SAT scores.

Graduate applicants must submit an official transcript from their baccalaureate degree-granting college or university. Graduate applicants must have received at least a 2.5 GPA or a 2.8 in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.

Depending on the program, the university also requires GRE, GMAT or MAT scores, a resume, document of intent and writing samples.

International applicants also must submit TOEFL scores.

Other Statistics

  • Student population: About 20,500
  • Student-to-faculty ratio: 21 to 1
  • Percentage receiving grant or scholarship aid: 72%

School Profile

  • Accreditation: Regional (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges)
  • Region: South
  • Retention Rate: 77%
  • Requires SAT or ACT: SAT or ACT
  • Public/Private: Public Nonprofit
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Graduation Rate: 51%
  • Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State): Undergrad: $678.75 to $685.99 / $1,093.75
  • Grad: $753.25 / $1,168.25
  • Address: 1806 Avenue J, Huntsville, TX 77340 USA

Sam Houston State University Featured in TBS Rankings

Online Bachelor Degrees

Online Master's Degrees

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