SHSU Transfer Viewbook 2023-2024

Transfer to Sam

Transfer to Sam Houston State University with a minimum of 12 transferable credit hours from a community college or other accredited institution. SHSU accepts 66 academic hours plus 4 kinesiology hours for a maximum of 70 credit hours from a community college.

Transfer Credits

SHSU has tools available to find which college-level classes transfer from a community college or other institution. Visit shsu.edu/transferguide to find which college-level classes transfer.

International students can learn more at shsu.edu/admissions/international

Connect With a Transfer Admissions Coordinator

We provide support and guidance with admissions, financial aid, transfer course equivalency, degree discovery, and more.

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1. Complete the Online Application at shsu.edu/apply

Pay the $50 non-refundable application fee. Qualifying students may submit a fee waiver.

2. Submit Your Transcript

SHSU requires official transcripts from all institutions where you enrolled in course work, even if you did not attend or complete the course. Ask the school(s) to send official transcript(s) to SHSU. (Code: 003606)

0 – 11 Hours 12 – 17 Hours 18+ Hours

Meet beginning freshman requirements & minimum 2.5 GPA on transferable hours

Minimum 2.5 GPA on transferable hours

Minimum 2.0 GPA on transferable hours

SHSU Undergraduate

College of Arts & Media

Animation, BFA

Art, BA

Dance, BFA

Film and TV Production, BFA

Graphic Design, BFA

Mass Communication, BA

Music, BA, BM

Music Therapy, BM

Musical Theatre, BFA

Photography, BFA

Studio Art, BFA

Theatre, BFA

College of Business Administration

Accounting, BBA

Banking and Financial Institutions, BBA

Economics, BBA

Entrepreneurship, BBA

Finance, BBA

General Business Administration, BBA

General Business Administration with PGA

Golf Management Concentration, BBA

Human Resource Management, BBA

International Business, BBA

Management, BBA

Management Information Systems, BBA

Marketing, BBA

Supply Chain Management, BBA

College of Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice, BA, BS

Homeland Security Studies, BA, BS

Victim Studies, BA, BS

College of Education

Education, BS

Double Major in Education and Composite Science, BS

Double Major in Education and English, BA

Double Major in Education and History, BS

Double Major in Education and Interdisciplinary Agriculture, BS

Double Major in Education and Kinesiology, BS

Double Major in Education and Mass Communication: Journalism, BA

Double Major in Education and Mathematics, BS

Double Major in Education and Spanish, BA

Education, 4-8 Core, BS

Education, 4-8 Science, BS

Education, 4-8 Social Studies, BS

Education, EC-6 Bilingual Core, BS

Education, EC-6 Core, BS

Education, EC-6 Special Education Core, BS

Education, Early Childhood Education, BS

Education, 4-8 ELAR, BS

Education, 4-8 Mathematics, BS

Education, PK-3

Bilingual, BS

Education, PK-3, BS

Undergraduate Degrees Offered

College of Science & Engineering Technology

Agricultural Business, BS

Agricultural Communications, BS

Agricultural Engineering Technology, BS

Animal Science, BS

Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, BS

Biology, BA, BS

Biomedical Sciences, BS

Career and Technology Program, BAAS

Chemistry, BS

Computing Science, BS

Construction Management, BS

Cybersecurity, BS

Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, BS

Engineering Design Technology, BS

Engineering Technology, BS

Environmental Science, BS

Forensic Chemistry, BS

Geography, BA, BS

Geology, BS

Geoscience, BS

Interdisciplinary Agriculture, BS

Mathematics, BA, BS

Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS

Physics, BS

Physics, Electrical Engineering 2+2, BS

Physics/Engineering Dual Degree, BS

Plant and Soil Sciences, BS

Software Engineering, BS

College of Health Sciences

Bilingual Health Care Studies, BA

Fashion Merchandising, BA, BS

Food Science and Nutrition, BS

Food Service Management, BA, BS

Health Care Administration, BS

Health Sciences, BS

Human Performance and Wellness Management, BS

Interior Design, BA, BS

Kinesiology, BS

Nursing, BSN

Public Health, BS

College of Humanities & Social Sciences

Communication Studies, BA, BS

English, BA

French, BA

History, BA, BS

Philosophy, BA

Political Science, BA, BS

Psychology, BS

Sociology, BA, BS

Spanish, BA Visit shsu.edu/degrees for a full list of degrees, certificates, and certifications.

A variety of financial aid resources are available to assist with funding your education. Federal, state, school, and private funds are available to those who qualify.

Types of Aid

� Grants: gift aid that does not have to be repaid.

� Scholarships: need-based or merit-based gifts that do not have to repaid. While not all scholarships require a FAFSA on file, it is recommended you complete one.

� Loans: borrowed money that must be repaid with interest.

Eligibility for financial aid is determined using your FAFSA application.

Non U.S. Citizens

If you’re a Texas resident and not a U.S. citizen or you’re ineligible for Federal Aid, the state of Texas offers the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA).

Learn more about the TASFA by visiting shsu.edu/tasfa.

Federal Student Aid

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is easy and takes 20-30 minutes. Complete the FAFSA online at studentaid.gov

Cost

The SHSU Cost Calculator provides an estimate of what you will pay for one semester at SHSU based on credit hour and other selections.

It is an estimation only and does not reflect financial awards such as scholarships, grants, or loans.

* Based on Fall 2023/Spring 2024 rates and subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit shsu.edu/cost

| 936.294.1762 Connect with our Off-Campus Living Coordinator or view the Student Resources link on the website to find your next home in the Huntsville or Conroe areas.

Scholarships, Grants, and Loans

Scholarships

shsu.edu/scholarships | 936.294.1774

You must be accepted to SHSU to apply for SHSU scholarships. You must complete the general application in the Scholarships4Kats portal to review your scholarship eligibility. You are automatically considered for all relevant scholarships after you complete your profile.

Bearkat Transfer Scholarship

shsu.edu/scholarships/transfer

SHSU automatically offers the Bearkat Transfer Scholarship to qualified students on a first-come, first-served basis. Awarded amount is based on student’s transfer GPA. No application is necessary.

Honors College Scholarship

shsu.edu/honors | 936.294.1477

The SHSU Honors College offers five dedicated $5,000 scholarships to students from each of the following institutions: Lone Star College, San Jacinto Community College, Blinn College. Interested students need to apply and be accepted into the Honors College to become eligible.

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72% Of Students Receive Some Form of Financial Aid

Grants

shsu.edu/grants

A grant is a form of financial assistance that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund). Various federal grants are available, including Pell Grants, TEACH grants, military service grants, and more. Typically grants are need-based but can be merit-based. To determine if you qualify for a grant, you must first complete the FAFSA. Many grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so complete your FAFSA early!

Federal Loans

studentaid.gov

Federal Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of college. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education rather than a bank or other financial institution. It is important to understand your repayment options to repay your loan successfully. If you accept a Direct Loan, you must complete Entrance Counseling and sign a master promissory note.

600+ Scholarships Administered for Achievement

90+

Undergraduate Degrees Offered

Aid Acceptance

Financial aid notifications are sent to SHSU student email accounts. Use your MySam account to review, accept, or decline offered aid. Accepted aid is applied to your total balance due.

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Student Advising and Mentoring Center (SAM

Center)

shsu.edu/samcenter

The SAM Center provides academic advising services via in-person and Zoom appointments, to help you develop and implement an academic plan. Academic advisors are available to provide guidance, connect you to resources, and help you make a successful transition to SHSU.

Schedule your appointment.

Career Success Center

shsu.edu/careersuccesscenter

When you need help becoming career-ready or developing your career path, make an appointment with SHSU Career Success Center. You can schedule various career-focused services, including resume building, mock interviewing, job/internship searching, and LinkedIn profile assistance. There are also career and internship fairs offered throughout the year.

The Elliott T. Bowers Honors College

shsu.edu/honors

The Honors College offers intellectually stimulating academic, cultural, and social experiences that emphasize undergraduate research and encourage personal and professional growth.

Evolve

shsu.edu/evolve

The evolve program’s mission is to support female transfer students as they evolve as scholars, women, and professionals. Participating students develop a sense of community and belonging and receive specialized academic support services.

Bearkats Get Hired

careersuccesscenter@shsu.edu | 936.294.1713

Looking for a part-time, on or off-campus job? The new Bearkats Get Hired uses LinkedIn to connect students with employers and organizations for internship or full-time career opportunities. Need to create or update a LinkedIn profile? Schedule an appointment through Campus Connect.

Become a Bearkat Today!

Bearkat Transfer Orientation

shsu.edu/orientation

Admitted transfer students are encouraged to attend Transfer Orientation to experience what it means to be a Bearkat. Meet other new transfer students and learn about SHSU’s many services and programs.

Bearkat Transfer Camp

shsu.edu/bearkatcamp

Bearkat Transfer Camp is a two-day, one-night experience for incoming SHSU transfer students. Registration includes all meals, lodging, camp t-shirt, and programming. Come experience the spirit, pride, and traditions that have been a part of SHSU since 1879.

Important Dates

July 1

Admissions Application Opens shsu.edu/apply

September

Advising Opens for Spring Term shsu.edu/samcenter

September 1

Scholarships4Kats Application Opens shsu.edu/scholarships

October 1

Housing Application Opens to New Students

November

Registration Opens for Spring Term

December

FAFSA Opens for Following School Year fafsa.gov

February

Advising Opens for Summer and Fall Terms shsu.edu/samcenter

February 15

FAFSA Priority Date for Following School Year

March

Registration Opens for Summer Term

April

Registration Opens for Fall Term

Campus Tours

shsu.edu/visit | 936.294.1844

seesam@shsu.edu

SHSU offers tours on weekdays, specified evenings, and Saturdays. Spanish, transfer, and virtual campus experiences and programs are also available.

Saturday@SAM

SHSU offers campus preview days in both the fall and the spring. Learn more and sign up online at shsu.edu/saturday

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