Scholarships, Grants, and Loans

Scholarships

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You must be accepted to SHSU to apply for SHSU scholarships. You must complete the general application in the Scholarships4Kats portal to review your scholarship eligibility. You are automatically considered for all relevant scholarships after you complete your profile.

Bearkat Transfer Scholarship

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SHSU automatically offers the Bearkat Transfer Scholarship to qualified students on a first-come, first-served basis. Awarded amount is based on student’s transfer GPA. No application is necessary.

Smith-Hutson Scholarship

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Students awarded Smith-Hutson Scholarships may receive financial support up to a maximum of $19,500 per academic year for up to two years for transfer students. Smith-Hutson Scholars also benefit from tutorial support, academic advising, mentoring, and professional development advising.

Honors College Scholarship

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Students awarded Sam Houston Honors Scholarships may receive financial support up to a maximum of $10,000 per academic year for up to four years for incoming freshmen.

A grant is a form of financial assistance that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund). Various federal grants are available, including Pell Grants, TEACH grants, military service grants, and more. Typically, grants are need-based but can be merit-based. To determine if you qualify for a grant, you must first complete the FAFSA. Many grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so complete your FAFSA early!

Federal Loans

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Federal Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of college. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education rather than a bank or other financial institution. It is important to understand your repayment options to repay your loan successfully. If you accept a Direct Loan, you must complete Entrance Counseling and sign a master promissory note.

72% Of Students Receive Some Form of Financial Aid

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Aid Acceptance

Financial aid notifications are sent to SHSU student email accounts. Use your MySam account to review, accept, or decline offered aid. Accepted aid is applied to your total balance due.

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Cost Calculator

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The SHSU Cost Calculator provides an estimate of what you will pay for one semester at SHSU based on credit hour and other selections.

It is an estimation only and does not reflect financial awards such as scholarships, grants, or loans.

Estimated Cost Per Semester*

* Based on Fall 2023/Spring 2024 rates and subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit shsu.edu/cost

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