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Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, Texas · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,337

Acceptance Rate

85%

Graduation Rate

56%

Annual Tuition

$9,228

At a Glance

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Total Students

18,138

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Retention Rate

75%

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Faculty Ratio

20

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Financial Aid

46%

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Median Debt

$21,983

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Sam Houston State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 85.4% and a student population of 18,138. The university retains 75.4% of its students and has a graduation rate of 55.6%. The median debt for graduates is $21,983, and 46.3% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $41,979. Five years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $45,337, and ten years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $54,211. The in-state tuition cost is $9,228.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$42k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$54k

10 YEARS

Top 51% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Sam Houston State University alumni earn a median salary of $41,979. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $45,337. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $54,211. The median debt for graduates is $21,983.

The university has an 85.4% acceptance rate and a 55.6% graduation rate. The retention rate is 75.4%. 46.3% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $9,228.

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Campus Location

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Huntsville, Texas

Huntsville, TX 77340

Sam Houston State University is located in Huntsville, Texas. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sam Houston State University has an acceptance rate of 85%.