Is Sam Houston State University worth it?
Sam Houston State University is a public, four-year institution in Huntsville, Texas (small town). It awarded 5,149 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in criminal justice; psychology; and teacher education, multiple levels.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,979
Median earnings 4 years after
$57,044
Median earnings 10 years after
$54,211
Average net price
$16,404
Completion rate
55%
Completions (2024)
5,149
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
17,743
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $37,792 | $51,748 | 937 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $52,792 | $56,225 | 457 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $44,700 | $63,837 | 332 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $28,247 | $50,125 | 212 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,353 | $47,659 | 188 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $82,463 | $91,697 | 163 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $37,005 | $57,341 | 155 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Master's | $51,544 | $62,489 | 136 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | $57,928 | $62,520 | 117 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $53,281 | $72,388 | 117 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $59,787 | $65,804 | 112 |
| History | Bachelor's | $34,016 | $50,084 | 112 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $34,019 | $50,970 | 111 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $32,915 | $53,165 | 107 |
| Animal Sciences | Bachelor's | $34,051 | $49,636 | 106 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 731 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 329 |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | Bachelor's | 320 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | 252 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 147 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 136 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 120 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 114 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 106 |
| Animal Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 103 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 34% | 20,216 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 9% | 5,534 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 4,841 |
| Public Administration | 8% | 4,637 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 4,505 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 2,992 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 2,684 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 2,359 |
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Sources: federal figures for Sam Houston State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page