Sam Houston State University: fees, requirements and location for Nepali students
A public university in Huntsville, about an hour north of Houston.
Public University Huntsville, Texas
- Bachelor tuition / yr*
- $19,000–$21,000
- approx. NPR 28.9–32.0 lakh
- Master tuition / yr*
- $16,000–$18,000
- approx. NPR 24.4–27.4 lakh
- Living cost / yr (est.)
- $11,720
- approx. NPR 17.8 lakh
- Intakes
- Fall (Aug/Sep) / Spring (Jan) / Summer
* Estimated yearly tuition (based on official 2024-25 US Dept. of Education data; 2027-28 may be higher). Final fees are confirmed in your offer letter/I-20. NPR at 1 USD = NPR 152.24.
Quick answer
Sam Houston State University is a public university in Huntsville, Texas. Estimated bachelor tuition is $19,000–$21,000 a year (approx. NPR 28.9–32.0 lakh). Estimated master's tuition is $16,000–$18,000 a year (approx. NPR 24.4–27.4 lakh). For a bachelor's degree the university lists TOEFL iBT 79; TOEFL Essentials 8. For a master's it lists IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79. Final fees are confirmed in your offer letter/I-20.
Reviewed by Shailendra Upadhyay, Founder & Managing Director, Intandem Scholars Pvt. Ltd. · Updated
Entry requirements for Nepali students
Published by the university for international applicants. Programmes can ask for more, so we confirm the exact requirement for your course.
| Requirement | Bachelor (after +2) | Master (after bachelor) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum GPA | Not stated for international freshmen; an adviser may ask for specific records depending on your country. | 2.5 from your bachelor's degree, or 2.8 in the last 60 hours (may be waived for some programmes) |
| TOEFL iBT | 79 (TOEFL iBT Paper edition); TOEFL Essentials 8 | 79 |
| IELTS Academic | Not published | 6.5 |
| Duolingo | Not published | Accepted (minimum set by programme) |
- Bachelor: Other tests are not listed for undergraduates on this page.
- Master: A waiver may be considered if your previous degree was taught in English.
- Sources: bachelor requirements · master requirements
Percentage from Nepal
The university states its requirement as a US GPA on a 4.0 scale and does not publish a Nepal percentage equivalent. Your +2 or bachelor marks are converted to its scale, so we check where your marks fall before you apply.
Study gap
The university does not publish a maximum study gap for bachelor or master applicants. US universities usually look at your whole record, so be ready to explain the gap with documents such as work or training letters. Whether your gap fits is confirmed during counselling.
Location: Huntsville, TX
Huntsville is a small city in East Texas on Interstate 45, north of Houston.
- Population (July 2025)
- 49,088
- 2020 Census
- 45,941
Source: US Census Bureau QuickFacts (city population).
Larger cities nearby
- Houston, TX about 110 km (70 miles)
- Austin, TX about 215 km (135 miles)
- Dallas, TX about 255 km (160 miles)
Approximate straight-line distances between city centres; road distance is longer.
International students at Sam Houston State University
| Year | International students | Total students | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2022 | 282 | 21,326 | 1.3% |
| Fall 2023 | 273 | 21,245 | 1.3% |
| Fall 2024 | 252 | 20,910 | 1.2% |
Figures as published by the university or by Open Doors (Institute of International Education). Click a year to see its source.
Bachelor subject areas
AgricultureBiology/BiomedicalBusiness & ManagementCommunication/JournalismComputer & ITEducationEngineering TechnologyEnglishHuman SciencesLanguagesHealth/NursingHistoryLiberal ArtsMaths & StatisticsInterdisciplinaryEnvironmentSports/KinesiologyPhilosophy/ReligionPhysics/ChemistryPsychologySocial Sciences/EconomicsArts/Design/MusicMedia TechnologySecurity/Criminal Justice
Master subject areas
AgricultureBiology/BiomedicalBusiness & ManagementCommunication/JournalismComputer & ITEducationEnglishLanguagesHealth/NursingHistoryMaths & StatisticsInterdisciplinarySports/KinesiologyPhysics/ChemistryPsychologyPublic Admin/Social WorkSocial Sciences/EconomicsArts/Design/MusicSecurity/Criminal JusticeLibrary Science
Questions about Sam Houston State University
How much is Sam Houston State University tuition for Nepali students?
Estimated yearly tuition is $19,000–$21,000 for a bachelor's degree and $16,000–$18,000 for a master's, before living costs of about $11,720 a year. These are estimates based on 2024-25 US Department of Education data; final fees are confirmed in your offer letter/I-20.
What IELTS or Duolingo score does Sam Houston State University require?
Bachelor's: TOEFL iBT 79; TOEFL Essentials 8. Master's: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79. Some programmes ask for higher scores. Source: the university's admissions website.
Does Sam Houston State University accept a study gap?
The university does not publish a maximum study gap. US universities usually look at your whole record, so be ready to explain the gap with documents such as work or training letters. Whether your gap fits is confirmed during counselling.
Where is Sam Houston State University located?
Huntsville is a small city in East Texas on Interstate 45, north of Houston. The city's population was 49,088 in July 2025 (US Census Bureau estimate). The nearest larger city in our list is Houston, TX, about 110 km (70 miles) away in a straight line.
Sources
- SHSU: international undergraduate applicants
- SHSU: graduate admission (catalog)
- Sam Houston State University: official website
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