Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.39%
SAT Average
1,055
ACT Range
19-25
Sam Houston State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.39%. This means approximately 854 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 18,138 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.39%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,228 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $19,020 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $24,517 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,025 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.85% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.31% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Sam Houston State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$19,020
Room and board
$11,720
Books and supplies
$1,380
Other expenses
$3,866
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$24,517
Average net price
$16,025
Average aid coverage
35%
$8,492 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Sam Houston State University pays approximately $16,025 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Texas average of $17,343 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Sam Houston State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Sam Houston State University net price
$16,025
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Sam Houston State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $19,020 and average net price at $16,025. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$19,020
Current net price
$16,025
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
55.07%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,211
Undergraduates
18,138
10-Year Median Earnings - Sam Houston State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Sam Houston State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Sam Houston State University?
Undergraduates
18,138
Completion rate
55.07%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.85%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.31%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.85% of Sam Houston State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.31% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Sam Houston State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Sam Houston State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Sam Houston State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Sam Houston State University is listed at 1806 Ave J, Huntsville, TX 77340. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Sam Houston State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | 85.39% | $19,020 | $16,025 | $54,211 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Houston State University's acceptance rate?
Sam Houston State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.39%.
How much is Sam Houston State University tuition?
Sam Houston State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $19,020.
What is Sam Houston State University's average net price?
Sam Houston State University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,025.
What is Sam Houston State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,211 for Sam Houston State University.
Is Sam Houston State University accredited?
Sam Houston State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Sam Houston State University?
The local dataset lists 18,138 undergraduate students at Sam Houston State University.
What percentage of Sam Houston State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Sam Houston State University in the local dataset is 39.85%.
What is the federal loan rate at Sam Houston State University?
The federal loan rate for Sam Houston State University in the local dataset is 46.31%.
Where should I verify Sam Houston State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Sam Houston State University or the latest official federal education data.