Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 99% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 11,661 applications received in 2023, 11,556 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Sam Houston State University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the application fee costs $50.

Students who submit their applications to Sam Houston State University for the fall semester should hear back from Sam Houston State University by July 1.

Sam Houston State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Sam Houston State University's admissions stats.

Sam Houston State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	11%
Mean SAT Score	1060
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	85%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	23%
Waitlist	No

Sam Houston State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Sam Houston State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	July 1

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Applying Early to Sam Houston State University?

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Sam Houston State University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Sam Houston State University directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Sam Houston State University Admissions

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Is Sam Houston State University Hard To Get Into?

Getting into Sam Houston State University is moderately difficult.

In 2022, Sam Houston State University accepted 99% of all applicants, approximately 11,556 of the 11,661 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Sam Houston State University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Sam Houston State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Sam Houston State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Sam Houston State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Sam Houston State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with Sam Houston State University for more information on admission factors.

Sam Houston State University Application Requirements

To apply to Sam Houston State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Sam Houston State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Sam Houston State University?

Sam Houston State University has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 72.94% submitted a class rank. At Sam Houston State University 11% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 36% were in the top 25% and 71% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Sam Houston State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Sam Houston State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Sam Houston State University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 85% of Sam Houston State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 23% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Sam Houston State University?

To be competitive with other Sam Houston State University applicants, you should aim to earn between 960 and 1120 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Sam Houston State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1120 and 25% of scored lower than 960, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Sam Houston State University student is 1060.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Sam Houston State University students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Sam Houston State University students scored 570 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

To be most competitive at Sam Houston State University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Sam Houston State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Sam Houston State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Sam Houston State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Sam Houston State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Sam Houston State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Sam Houston State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Sam Houston State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Sam Houston State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Sam Houston State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Sam Houston State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Sam Houston State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Sam Houston State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Sam Houston State University?

❌ No, Sam Houston State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Sam Houston State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Sam Houston State University's acceptance rate is 99%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Sam Houston State University?

🟨 Sam Houston State University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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