Sam Houston State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Sam Houston State University admits about 90.3% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 930–1120 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 17–22 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Sam Houston State University At a Glance
| Location | Huntsville, Texas |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 17,743 |
| Acceptance Rate | 90.3% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 480-570 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 450-550 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 930-1120 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1041 |
| ACT Range | 17-24 |
| Average Net Price | $14,788/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $9,228/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $19,068/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 55.5% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 73.3% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $56,877 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $21,000 |
How Sam Houston State University Compares
Sam Houston State University is more selective than about 20% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 17,743 students, it is larger than about 56% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Houston State University's acceptance rate?
Sam Houston State University's acceptance rate is about 90.3%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Sam Houston State University?
Admitted students at Sam Houston State University typically report a combined SAT score between 930 and 1120 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Sam Houston State University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Sam Houston State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Sam Houston State University?
The average net price reported for Sam Houston State University is $14,788 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.