Steps to Apply - Returning

Step 1: Complete the Online Application for SHSU

Complete an online application and pay the $50 non-refundable application fee.

Alternatively, you may pay later by mailing a check (address below) or pay through the SHSU Self Service Center.

Qualifying students may submit an application fee waiver request to SHSU Office of Admissions via email at admissions@shsu.edu. Applicants must include the required supporting documents to request a fee waiver:

• a copy of the first page of your Student Aid Report (FAFSA).

Step 2: Submit Your Transcripts

SHSU requires 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. Contact the school(s) to send official transcript(s) to SHSU.*

• Request an electronic official transcript to Sam Houston State University (code: 003606).
• Mail an official transcript to:
  Sam Houston State University
  Undergraduate Admissions Office
  Box 2418
  Huntsville TX 77341-2418
• If transcripts are from a school outside of the U.S., the document must be translated and evaluated by a NACES accredited service or SDR Educational Consultants. International college transcript evaluations must include a course by course evaluation.
• Please note that SHSU does not accept fax or emailed transcripts.

*Transcripts and other supporting documents will be retained by the university for 6 months.