- 4 Year
- HUNTSVILLE, TX
Sam Houston State University
- grade BOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- HUNTSVILLE, TX
- Rating 3.79 out of 5 3,934 reviews
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- Academicsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade A
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade C+
- Dormsgrade B minus
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade B minus
About
Sam Houston State University was founded in 1879 and is named after Texas’ greatest hero, General Sam Houston. Our diverse student body is over 20,000 strong and represents 60 countries, yet we pride ourselves on creating a close community. And, with more than 230 student organizations on campus, you’ll find clubs, activities, and programs that fit your interests and allow you to explore your curiosity with others.
SHSU is located in Huntsville, Texas, a small city of 38,000 residents located between Houston and Dallas. Although only 70 miles from downtown Houston, Huntsville is surrounded by lush forests, lakes, and ranch lands.
Upcoming Events
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Freshmen Orientation
Huntsville, TX
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This all-day event is a great way to get acclimated to campus and prepare for the start of the semester. All incoming freshmen will be advised and register for classes at Orientation.
Freshmen Orientation
Huntsville, TX
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This all-day event is a great way to get acclimated to campus and prepare for the start of the semester. All incoming freshmen will be advised and register for classes at Orientation.
Freshmen Orientation
Huntsville, TX
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This all-day event is a great way to get acclimated to campus and prepare for the start of the semester. All incoming freshmen will be advised and register for classes at Orientation.
Freshmen Orientation
Huntsville, TX
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This all-day event is a great way to get acclimated to campus and prepare for the start of the semester. All incoming freshmen will be advised and register for classes at Orientation.
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- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies851 Graduates
- Business319 Graduates
- Education317 Graduates
- Psychology254 Graduates
- Communications169 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities152 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science143 Graduates
- Nursing142 Graduates
- Accounting130 Graduates
- Healthcare Management127 Graduates
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