Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State strives to honor its historical roots through academic excellence that includes exceptional teaching from faculty members who care as much about their students' success as they do about furthering the knowledge of their fields. Academic Offerings SHSU is a selective institution that offers 79 bachelor's degree programs, 54 master's programs and five doctoral programs, including nationally recognized programs in Business, Fine Arts, Education, Mathematics and Criminal Justice. The SHSU Community This is a university that thinks big but feels small. With a student population of approximately 17,000, SHSU prides itself with creating a close community. There's a very good reason that U.S. News & World Report lists us under the category "Growing Fast, Staying Friendly." Current students and alumni alike attest to the warm, supportive environment found all over the SHSU campus. Faculty members are more than professors-they are mentors, advisors, informal tutors and personal links to great career connections. Location Located on 272 acres in Huntsville, Texas, the campus features more than $250 million in new and renovated facilities and is surrounded by the national forest. Students are able to enjoy the small town feel but are still only 65 miles north Houston.