SHSU SAT Scores

SAT Score Ranges for Admitted Students:

• Score Range: 930–1120 (combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math)
• Average Score: Approximately 1020
• 75th Percentile: Around 1120, meaning top applicants often score at or above this mark

Key Points:

• SAT or ACT scores are currently optional for admission to Sam Houston State University due to test-optional policies, though submitting scores is encouraged for scholarship consideration.
• SHSU evaluates SAT scores as part of a holistic review, alongside GPA, extracurriculars, and other factors, rather than strict cutoffs.
• Sam Houston State University practices superscoring, combining the highest section scores from multiple SAT test dates to form the best possible composite score.
• Alternatives such as AP or IB test scores may be considered for placement or credit but do not replace SAT scores in admissions.
• Applicants are recommended to aim for an SAT score of at least 1020–1120 to be competitive, aligning with the average and 75th percentile of admitted students at SHSU.