Visit SHSU
You Belong Here
Choosing a university is more than an academic decision, it’s personal. At Sam Houston State University, you’ll find a supportive community ready to help you thrive. With over 170 fields of study and 300+ student organizations, SHSU offers endless ways to get involved and make campus your home. From the classroom to the community, you’ll experience our motto, “The Measure of a Life is Its Service,” in everything we do.
Choose Your Campus Visit
You will feel our welcoming Bearkat spirit as soon as you step foot on campus. Our students and faculty are proud to be part of a strong and compassionate community. We all want to see you succeed.
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Schedule a Tour
Choose from a variety of options: guided tours in English or Spanish, guided Transfer tours, and self-guided tours.
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Preview Days
Preview Days provide students and their guests an opportunity to experience education and campus life at SHSU. These events include academic presentations specific to one of our academic colleges or programs.
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Saturday@SAM
Our campus-wide preview! You can tour campus and residence halls, and meet with faculty, departments and student orgs.
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Request a Group Tour
Bring your school or community group to visit SHSU!
Meet our Sambassadors
Hear what our SAMbassadors have to say about their time at SHSU!
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Katie Renee Culack, Theatre Education
“Resources and support systems here help me stay on track, stay organized, and feel more confident in my college life.”
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Mia Garcia, Biomedical Sciences
“The most helpful thing has been our Academic Success Center because they have helped when I needed it for classes.”
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Daniel Cole Peacock, Kinesiology
“I chose Sam for the homey feel I get from the campus. The education was also affordable.”
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Caleb Ramirez, Kinesiology
“All the resources that the school has to offer are great, from financial aid to getting free tutoring at SAM center.”
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Brakari Granberry-Session, Education
"When I toured the campus, I instantly fell in love with the environment and the sense of community.”
Welcome to our 360 Virtual Tour
Start in our Visitor Center, then pick your path. Check out residence and dining halls, and recreational sports facilities. Peek into the Chemistry Lab or Dance Studio, the Coliseum or Concert Hall.
Contact Visitor Services
Visit
1905 University Ave
Huntsville, TX 77340
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
CONTACT US
seesam@shsu.edu
Toll Free: 1-866-BEARKAT
Local: 936-294-1844
SHSU Visitor Center
Box 2539
Huntsville, TX 77341-2539