Be A Bearkat - First-Gen Students
Start Your New Adventure
Are you the first in your family to attend college?
If so, then you are considered a first-generation student and we are proud to welcome you to our Bearkat family! You should first know that you are not alone, at SHSU about 50% of our current undergraduate students are first-gen.
At SHSU, we recognize that as a first-gen student, you may not know all the jargon, be familiar with our traditions or even what’s expected of living on campus. We are here to help guide you through the unique experiences you will face as you begin this exciting journey.
We hope that this site helps you open doors, navigate higher education and connect with SHSU’s community of first-generation students, faculty and staff who will support and encourage you throughout your entire academic journey.
The Admissions Process...
Support Your Journey
At SHSU, we have many resources available to help you along your journey to becoming a Bearkat!
Get To Know SHSU Better...
Check out our Bearkat Blog, watch a quick tour video or sign up for a full in-person tour, see what life is like at SHSU.
- Region
- US - South
- Online
- Type of School
- 4-Year Public
- Campus Size
- Large (>20,000 students)
- Campus Setting
- Rural
- Application Types
- Regular Decision
- Rolling Admissions
- Application Style
- State-wide College Application
- Admissions Office
936.294.1828
admissions@shsu.edu - Financial Aid Office
936.294.1774 - Residence Life
936.294.1812
reslife@shsu.edu
Who can you contact with questions?
For assistance, support, and guidance with admissions, financial aid, degree discovery, and more, contact the SHSU Admissions at 936.294.1828 or admissions@shsu.edu.
