1879
Huntsville, TX

School Details

Sam Houston State University draws from more than a century of higher education experience to deliver distance education degree programs that are equal to that of the on-campus classroom. With a mission to deliver quality education through the use of innovative technologies, students can choose from more than 40 online programs. Degrees range from bachelor’s to doctorate degrees with the majority offered completely online.

Online learning features:

  • No distinction between traditional and online degrees
  • Faculty who utilize latest technologies to engage students
  • Flexible schedules
  • Small class sizes
  • Accredited programs
  • Networking with peers and faculty

The online environment follows traditional semester-based formats and also offers summer sessions. Students will have access to support resources, including academic advising. Added benefits include:

  • Eligibility for financial aid and scholarships
  • Resources for veterans and active duty military
  • Potential credits awarded for work experience

Accreditation & Licensing

Sam Houston State University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Bachelor of Arts in History Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies Master of Arts in History Master of Arts in Political Science

Business

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies Bachelor of Business Administration / General Business Executive Master of Business Administration / Banking & Financial Institutions Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies Master of Arts in Communication Studies Master of Business Administration Master of Public Administration Master of Science in Project Management

Computer Science & IT

Graduate Certificate in Data Assurance Master of Science in Information Assurance & Cybersecurity

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Victim Studies Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security Studies Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security Studies Certificate in Biosecurity & Pandemics Certificate in Crime Analysis & Mapping Certificate in Security & Resilience Certificate in Victim Studies Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership & Management Graduate Certificate in Critical Infrastructure Protection Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Graduate Certificate in Digital Investigation Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management Master of Science in Criminal Justice Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership & Management Master of Science in Digital Forensics Master of Science in Homeland Security Studies Master of Science in Victim Services Management

Education

Doctor of Education in Developmental Education Administration Doctor of Education in Instructional Systems Design & Technology Graduate Certificate in Academic Advising Graduate Certificate in Adult Education Graduate Certificate in Digital Literacies Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology Graduate Certificate in Effective Online Instruction Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction Master of Education in Instructional Systems Design & Technology Master of Education in Reading/Language Arts Master of Education in School Leadership Master of Education in Special Education Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Master of Library Science

Math & Science

Master of Arts in Mathematics Master of Science in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Environment

Psychology & Human Services

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Sociology Graduate Certificate in Community Development Master of Arts in Sociology