SHSU Transfer Brochure

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SAM HOUSTON S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y H U N T S V I L L E ,

T R A N S F E R

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YOUR DEGREE AS A BEARKAT At SHSU, transferring your class credits is easy.

We accept 66 academic hours, plus 4 kinesiology hours, for a total of 70 credit hours from community colleges and accredited institutions.

90+ undergraduate degrees offered

66

credit hours accepted from community colleges

WILL MY CREDITS APPLY TO MY DEGREE? Visit SHSU’s Transfer Guide to generate an unofficial degree audit with your transfer courses.

shsu.edu/transferguide

APPLY ONLINE Pay the $50 non-refundable application fee at shsu.edu/apply.

SUBMIT YOUR TRANSCRIPTS SHSU requires official transcripts from all institutions

where you have enrolled in a course or courses, even if you did not attend or the course was not completed. Ask the school(s) to send official transcript(s) to SHSU (code: 003606).

ADVISING AND ORIENTATION ATTEND AN ADVISING SESSION Prospective and accepted students can contact the SAM Center for academic advising appointments and information. Visit shsu.edu/samcenter, email samcenter@shsu.edu, or call (936) 294-4444.

REGISTER FOR TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION

For a successful transition, register to attend Transfer Orientation at shsu.edu/orientation.

TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS

0–11 HOURS

Must meet beginning freshman requirements and have a minimum 2.5 GPA on transferable hours

12–17 HOURS

Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on transferable hours

18+ HOURS

Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA on transferable hours

If you have any questions during the application process, please contact the Office of Admissions at (936) 294-1828, toll-free at 866-BEARKAT, or at admissions@shsu.edu. International students can learn more at shsu.edu/admissions/international.

APPLICATION DEADLINES FALL // August 1 SPRING // December 1 SUMMER // May 15

ESTIMATED COST PER SEMESTER* TEXAS RESIDENT TUITION AND FEES (12 HOURS) BOOKS AND SUPPLIES (APPROXIMATE)

$4,648* $500

RESIDENCE HALL (residence halls range from $2,112–$3,292)

$2,639

MEAL PLAN

$2,068

APPROXIMATE COST (PER SEMESTER)

$9,855

OPTIONAL PARKING PERMIT (ONE YEAR)

$198

* Based on Fall 2020 rates and subject to change. Please contact the Cashier’s Office for the most up-to-date financial information. For international and out-of-state costs, please go to shsu.edu/cost.

SHAPE

YOUR FUTURE BEARKAT PROMISE

// shsu.edu/bearkatpromise The Bearkat Promise guarantees all participating students enough grant and scholarship funds to cover the cost of mandatory* tuition and fees for 15 credit hours per semester. *The Bearkat Promise does not cover other non-mandatory fees.

FINANCIAL AID

shsu.edu/finaid // (936) 294-1774 Financial aid comes in many forms.

■ GRANTS are gift aid and do not have to be repaid.

■ SCHOLARSHIPS are generally merit-based gifts that do not require repayment.

■ LOANS must be repaid with interest.

■ WORK STUDY provides wages for part-time employment with SHSU. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available on October 1. For faster processing, apply online at studentaid.gov. The school code for SHSU is 003606.

The FAFSA priority deadlines are November 1 (Fall and Spring) and September 30 (Spring only).

CONNECT W IT H U S OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

(936) 294-1828 | admissions@shsu.edu

MAILING ADDRESS FOR ADMISSION MATERIALS

Sam Houston State University, Office of Admissions, Box 2418, Huntsville, TX 77341-2418

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

1903 University Avenue, Estill Building, Suite 112, Huntsville, TX 77341

SHSU ONLINE

Toll-Free: (877) 759-2232 online.shsu.edu | online@shsu.edu

SCHOLARSHIPS

shsu.edu/scholarships // (936) 294-1774 The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office administers more than 600 scholarships for achievement in academic, leadership, honors and extracurricular activities. SHSU uses a streamlined application, Scholarships4Kats, allowing students to be automatically considered for all relevant scholarships. Once accepted to SHSU, students have access to the online scholarship application portal.

TRANSFER STUDENT-SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS BEARKAT TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP

// shsu.edu/scholarships/transfer SHSU automatically awards Bearkat transfer scholarships to admitted transfer students who meet the conditions listed below. Awards are offered on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available. No application necessary.

■ Be a first-time SHSU student ■ Transfer from an accredited community college or university ■ Be an undergraduate student seeking his/her first bachelor’s degree ■ Have a minimum of 45 transferable academic credit hours ■ Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75

SMITH-HUTSON SCHOLARSHIP

// smith-hutson.shsu.edu The Smith-Hutson Scholarship is the most generous and prolific scholarship program offered at SHSU and was designed to build a community of scholars who demonstrate academic achievement, service and leadership. Students awarded Smith-Hutson Scholarships may receive financial support up to a maximum of $18,500 per academic year for up to four years for incoming freshmen and two years for transfer students. Smith-Hutson Scholars also benefit from tutorial support, academic advising, mentoring and professional development advising. Transfer applicants must: ■ Be a resident of Texas ■ Demonstrate academic and leadership potential ■ Have completed the first two years of their undergraduate degree ■ Plan to pursue a baccalaureate degree at SHSU ■ Demonstrate financial need ■ Be admitted for Fall 2021 at SHSU ■ Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) prior to submitting their scholarship application

2-YEAR

graduation rate for transfer students exceeds the state average

ENSURING YOUR SUCCESS STUDENT ADVISING AND MENTORING CENTER (SAM CENTER)

// shsu.edu/samcenter SAM Center advisors act as a resource in support of students planning to transfer, or thinking about transferring, to SHSU. Academic advisors help students research academic options, provide guidance while students attend their current institutions and help make transitioning to SHSU and completing a four-year degree a success.

ACCEPTED STUDENTS AND BEARKAT ORIENTATION

// shsu.edu/orientation Transfer students are encouraged to attend Transfer Orientation. No two schools are alike, and you will find useful information to help you acclimate to the SHSU community. Whether you’re transferring in the fall or the spring, learn what it means to be a Bearkat!

CAREER SERVICES

// shsu.edu/careerservices Undecided? Need help choosing a major? SHSU Career Services offers you a variety of complimentary services, including career counseling and assessments. SHSU Career Services can also help you select your major and assist with finding internships, part-time jobs and full-time employment opportunities when you graduate.

BEARKAT TRANSFER CAMP // shsu.edu/bearkatcamp

Bearkat Transfer Camp is a two-day, one-night experience for incoming SHSU transfer students. Come experience the spirit, pride and tradition that have been a part of SHSU since 1879.

INTERNSHIPS

// shsu.edu/careerservices Internships are one of the most important factors to gaining successful employment after graduation.

Internships offer many benefits besides extra money or academic credit. In an internship, you can: ■ Gain real-life work experience ■ Test the waters in a variety of career fields ■ Connect with experienced people who can mentor you

THE ELLIOTT T. BOWERS HONORS COLLEGE // shsu.edu/honors

The Honors College offers interdisciplinary courses and cultural and social experiences for its community of scholars, leading to a broad and intellectually stimulating educational experience that emphasizes undergraduate research.

EVOLVE

// shsu.edu/evolve The evolve program provides retention-based support services for female students, especially transfer students. Its mission is to support female students as they evolve as scholars, as women and as professionals.

Participating students develop a sense of community and belonging and receive specialized academic support services.

72%

of students receive some form of financial aid

P ROG RAM S OF STU DY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION shsu.edu/COBA

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY shsu.edu/COSET

Accounting BBA

Agricultural Business BS

Accounting MS

Agricultural Communications BS

Banking and Financial Institutions BBA

Agricultural Engineering Technology BS

Business Administration MBA

Agriculture MS

Economics BBA

Animal Science BS

Entrepreneurship BBA

Biology BA, BS, MS

Executive MBA in Banking and Financial Institutions**

Biomedical Sciences BS

Finance BBA

Composite Science BS

General Business Administration BBA

Computing and Information Science MS

General Business Administration with PGA Golf Management Concentration BBA

Computing Science BS

Human Resource Management BBA

Digital and Cyber Forensic Science PhD

International Business BBA

Digital Forensics MS

Management BBA

Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology BS

Management Information Systems BBA Marketing BBA Project Management MS Supply Chain Management BBA

COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE shsu.edu/CJ

Chemistry BS, MS

Construction Management BS Cybersecuity BS

Engineering Design Technology BS Engineering Technology BS Engineering Technology Electronics BS Engineering Technology Safety Management BS Engineering Technology Civil Engineering 2+2 BS*

Criminal Justice BA, BS

Engineering Technology Electrical Engineering 2+2 BS*

Criminal Justice MS

Environmental Science BS

Criminal Justice PhD Criminal Justice and Criminology MA Criminal Justice Leadership and Management MS Forensic Science MS, PhD Homeland Security Studies BA, BS

Forensic Chemistry BS Geographic Information Systems MS Geography BA, BS Geology BS Information Assurance and Cybersecurity MS Interdisciplinary Agriculture BS

Homeland Security Studies MS

Mathematics BA, BS, MS

Victim Studies BA, BS

Mathematics MA

Victim Services Management MS

Mechanical Engineering Technology BS

Victim Studies BA, BS

Physics BS Plant and Soil Sciences BS

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND MEDIA shsu.edu/CAM

Statistics MS

Animation BFA

Sustainable Agriculture and Food Environment MAg

Art and Social Practice, MFA

Software Engineering BS

Art BA Band Studies MA Dance BFA, MFA Digital Media MA Digital Media Production MFA

COLLEGE OF OSTE0PATHIC MEDICINE shsu.edu/COM Osteopathic Medicine DO*

Film and TV Production BFA Graphic Design BFA Mass Communication BA Music BA, BM, MM Music Therapy BM Musical Theatre BFA Photography BFA Studio Art BFA Theatre BFA

Main Campus Online The Woodlands Center * Requires transfer to UT Tyler ** Some programs may require some classroom or lab attendance.

Please visit shsu.edu/degrees for a full listing.

Concentrations may be available.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION shsu.edu/COE Comparative and Global Education MEd Counseling MA Counselor Education PhD Curriculum and Instruction MEd** Developmental Education Administration EdD Educational Leadership EdD Higher Education Administration MA

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES shsu.edu/CHSS Clinical Psychology MA, PhD Communication Studies BA, BS Communication Studies MA Creative Writing, Editing, & Publishing MFA English BA, MA English MA/Creative Writing, Editing and Publishing MFA Dual Degree

Education BS

French BA

Higher Education Leadership EdD

History BA**, MA

Instructional Leadership MEd

Integrated Studies, BS

Instructional Systems Design and Technology MEd, EdD Library Science MLS Literacy EdD Reading/Language Arts MEd School Counseling MEd School Leadership MEd Special Education MA Special Education MEd TESOL MEd

History BS Philosophy BA Political Science BA, BS Political Science MA Psychology BS** Psychology MA Public Administration MPA School Psychology SSP Sociology BA Sociology BS Sociology MA Spanish BA, MA

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES shsu.edu/COHS

Technical Communication MA

Bilingual Health Care Studies BA Dietetics MS Exercise Science- Clinical BS Fashion Merchandising BA, BS Food Science and Nutrition BS Food Service Management BA, BS

PRE-PROFESSIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL CURRICULUM shsu.edu/OPPA

Health Care Administration BS Health Care Quality and Safety MS

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Health Sciences BS

Pre-Chiropractic

Human Performance and Wellness Management BS

Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy

Interior Design BA, BS Kinesiology BS Kinesiology – Sport and Human Performance, MS**

COLLEGE OF SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Pre-Chiropractic

Nursing BSN**

Pre-Dental

Nursing LVN to BSN

Pre-Medical

Nursing RN to BSN**

Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy

Public Health BS

Pre-Physician Assistant

Sport Management MS

Pre-Podiatry

BOX 2418 // HUNTSVILLE, TX 77341

CAMPUS TOURS

SHSU offers tours during weekdays and on specified evenings and Saturdays. Spanish, Transfer and virtual campus experiences and programs are also available. To schedule an appointment, call Visitor Services at (936) 294-1844, email seesam@shsu.edu or visit our website at shsu.edu/visit.

SATURDAY@SAM

SHSU offers campus preview days in both the spring and the fall.

Learn more and sign up online at shsu.edu/saturday.

REQUEST INFORMATION // shsu.edu/beabearkat #BEABEARKAT 1-866-BEARKAT // SHSU.EDU