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SAT University Admissions Guide
Also known as: Sam Houston, SHSU, Bearkats
Public school in Huntsville, Texas, United States of America
Founded in 1879 as Sam Houston Normal Institute, SHSU is the third‑oldest public college in Texas and a member of the Texas State University System, enrolling over 21,000 students across more than 90 undergraduate, 59 master’s, and 10 doctoral programs . Accredited by SACSCOC and classified R2: Doctoral University with high research activity, its 272‑acre campus features Austin Hall—the oldest university building west of the Mississippi—plus the Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum. SHSU offers notable programs in criminal justice, education, business, and osteopathic medicine, and fosters student success through the Elliott T. Bowers Honors College and robust online learning options. The Bearkats compete in NCAA Division I FBS’s Conference USA, highlighted by the 2020 FCS national football championship.
SAT Scores are optional
This university has a test-optional policy.
SHSU maintains a test‑optional admissions policy: first‑time freshmen may submit SAT or ACT scores voluntarily, while admissions decisions primarily consider high school GPA, class rank, and curriculum rigor . Dual‑credit and transfer students follow specialized pathways based on prior college coursework. International applicants submit equivalent academic credentials and English proficiency scores as required; test scores, when provided, also inform scholarship and placement.
Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.
University Park, Texas, United States of America
Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a private research university in University Park, Texas, affiliated with the United Methodist Church and classified among R1 institutions for very high research activity.
Abilene, Texas, United States of America
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is a private Christian research university in Abilene, Texas, classified as Carnegie R2 for high research activity.
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Alamo Colleges District is a network of five open‑admissions community colleges in San Antonio, Texas, serving diverse learners with credit, workforce, and continuing education programs.
Alvin, Texas, United States of America
Alvin Community College (ACC) is a public community college in Alvin, Texas, offering open enrollment and workforce‑focused programs across associate and certificate pathways.
San Angelo, Texas, United States of America
Angelo State University (ASU) is a public, test‑optional university in San Angelo, Texas, and part of the Texas Tech University System.
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Austin Community College District (ACC) is a public community college district in Austin, Texas, with open‑door admissions and multiple campuses serving over 35,000 credit students and nearly 100,000 total learners.
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