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Sam Houston State University
Scholarship萨姆休斯顿州立大学
QS —Times —US News #209
Texas, USA$25,000/year40% Acceptance Rate
Sam Houston State University is located in the United States. Rankings: US News #209. Undergraduate tuition about $25,000/year; acceptance rate about 90%. Care4YA score 49.5.
Care4YA Index
Model-estimated49.5/100
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Dimension Scores
Outcomes
40.9
Resources
23.7
Selectivity
14.3
Affordability
46.2
Methodology vcare4ya-a1
Sam Houston State University offers accessible admissions and a welcoming rural community, with standout strengths anchored in its College of Science and Engineering Technology. The university excels in highly specialized, career-ready STEM pathways, featuring robust programs in Forensic Chemistry, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and diverse Engineering Technology concentrations such as Biomedical, Manufacturing, and Electronics. Students benefit from concrete academic pathways, including accelerated BS/MS tracks in Computing Data Science and Mathematics, unique Physics engineering dual degrees, and Agricultural Engineering Technology. Beyond its technical prowess, the comprehensive university provides a wide range of degrees spanning Agribusiness, Accounting, American Sign Language, and American Studies. This extensive breadth of offerings creates a transformative experience for the right student, grounded in hands-on learning and loyal institutional support.
U.S. News Rankings
Rank History
Best Global Universities · 2026 #2141
The vertical axis shows rank position — lower is better; years without published data are omitted.
Graduate Program Rankings
Business (MBA)
- Management#175*2026
Education
- Best Education Schools#158*2026
Health
- Clinical Psychology#152*2026
Public Affairs
- Best Public Affairs Programs#177*2026
Science
- Statistics#152*2026
Social Sciences & Humanities
- Criminology#15*2026
- Psychology#191*2026
* Tied rank.
How to Read These Rankings
Best Global Universities: Compares universities worldwide almost entirely on academic research: publication and citation impact, international collaboration, and research reputation by field — undergraduate teaching and campus experience are barely measured. It is best used to judge research strength and the platform for graduate study, and is only an indirect reference for undergraduate choices.
Graduate program rankings: Ranks schools field by field (business, engineering, law, medicine, education, and their specialties), mainly on reputation surveys of deans and professionals in each discipline, plus employment outcomes and research indicators for some fields; not every field is updated every year. It shows how a specific program is regarded within its profession — most useful once you have a clear field in mind for graduate study.
Rank data is compiled from publicly released U.S. News ranking snapshots, for school-selection reference only; all rights remain with U.S. News & World Report.
Campus location
Marker shows approximate campus location
Deadline
January 5
Intake
September
Living Cost
$16,000
At a Glance
Enrollment
23,409
Undergraduate
19,433
Graduate
3,976
Student–faculty ratio (university)
19:1
6-Year Graduation Rate
54.9%
Retention Rate
73.3%
Avg Net Price / Year
$16,404
Median Earnings
$54,211
International Students
0.7%
Source: college_scorecard · 2026 data — for reference only
Comprehensive universityLiberal arts college
Admission data reference
Reviewed dataset — always confirm on the official website.- TOEFL guideline
- 80
- IELTS guideline
- 6
- SAT mid-50%
- 930–1120
- Acceptance rate (data)
- 90.3%
- Data source
- CollegeScorecard_latest (Data year 2025)
Programs Offered
Grouped by college · 145 programs
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- Agricultural Business
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Agricultural Business with Ranch Management Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Agricultural Engineering Technology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Animal Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Animal Science: Animal Care and Welfare Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Animation
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Applied Arts and Sciences
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Art
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Banking and Financial Institutions
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Banking and Financial Institutions: Concentration in Commercial Real Estate
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Biology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Biomedical Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Biotechnology Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Business
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Business Administration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Business Administration with PGA Golf Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Business Administration: Real Estate
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Chemistry for Other Technical Careers
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Chemistry for Professional Chemists
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Chemistry: Biochemistry and Medicine Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Chemistry: Forensic Science Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Clinical Exercise Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Communication Studies
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Computing Science (Computer Science)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Computing Science (Information Assurance)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Computing Science (Information Systems)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Construction Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Criminal Justice
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Cybersecurity
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Dance
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Data Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and Composite Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and English
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and History
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and Interdisciplinary Agriculture
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and Kinesiology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and Mass Communication: Journalism
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and Mathematics
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Double Major in Education and Spanish
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Economics
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, 4-8 ELAR
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, 4-8 Mathematics
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, 4-8 Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, EC-6 Bilingual Core
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, EC-6 Core
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, EC-6 Special Education Core
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, Early Childhood Education
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, PK-3
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, PK-3 Bilingual
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Education, PK-3 Special Education
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Educational Studies
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Design Technology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Technology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Technology (Manufacturing Engineering Technology)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Technology - Concentration in Electronics
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Technology, Concentration in Environmental, Health, and Safety Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Technology: Architectural Design Technology (ADT) Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Engineering Technology: Biomedical Engineering Technology Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - English
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Entrepreneurship
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Environmental Science (Pollution Abatement)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Environmental Science (Sustainability)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Environmental Science (Water Resources)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Fashion Merchandising
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Film & TV Production
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Finance
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Finance: Concentration in Financial Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Finance: Concentration in Financial Planning
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Finance: Concentration in Investments
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Food Science and Nutrition
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Forensic Chemistry
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - French
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Geography (Environment, Culture, and Development)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Geography, Geo-spatial Information Sciences
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Geology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Geology (Geoscience)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Graphic Design
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Health Care Administration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Health Sciences
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - History
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Homeland Security Studies
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Human Performance and Wellness Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Human Resource Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Bioethics and Policy in Healthcare Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Environmental and Occupational Health Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Land and Urban Property Development Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Law, Ethics, and Society Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Legal Writing and Communication Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Social and Data Analytics Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Sustainable Community Management Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Integrated Studies: Victimology and Mental and Public Health Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Interdisciplinary Agriculture
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Interdisciplinary Agriculture: Agricultural Industries
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Interior Design
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - International Business
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Kinesiology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Kinesiology (Clinical Exercise Science)
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Kinesiology: Movement Science Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Learning Technologies
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Management Information Systems
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Marketing
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Mathematics
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Mechanical Engineering Technology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Media and Communication: Film Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Media and Communication: Journalism Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Media and Communication: Media Production and Technology Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Media and Communication: Public Relations & Advertising Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Music
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Music Therapy
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Music With Concentration: Composition
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Music With Concentration: Instrumental Performance
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Music With Concentration: Piano Performance
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Music With Concentration: Vocal Performance
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Musical Theatre With Theatre Emphasis
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Nursing
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Nursing: LVN to BSN
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Nursing: RN to BSN
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Philosophy
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Photography
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Physics
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Physics and Engineering Dual Degree
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Physics, Civil Engineering 2+2
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Physics, Electrical Engineering 2+2
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Physics, Mechanical Engineering 2+2
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Plant and Soil Sciences
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Political Science
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Political Science: Pre-Law Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Professional Studies Concentration
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Psychology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Public Health
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Sociology
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Software Engineering
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Spanish
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Studio Art 2D Track
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Studio Art 3D Track
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Supply Chain Management
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Theatre-Acting and Directing Emphasis
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Theatre-Design and Technology Emphasis
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Theatre-Theatre Studies Emphasis
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24 - Victim Studies
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University · 2025SAT Mid-50%930–1120ACT Mid-50%17–24
Requirements
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL 80
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
Tuition (USD)
$25,000/year
Tuition (CNY)
¥177,500/year
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