by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how SHSU ranks among other schools offering degrees in general business.
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The bachelor's program at SHSU was ranked #186 on College Factual's Best Schools for general business list. It is also ranked #13 in Texas.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Sam Houston State University handed out 243 bachelor's degrees in general business/commerce. This is a decrease of 14% over the previous year when 282 degrees were handed out.
General Business majors who earn their bachelor's degree from SHSU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $39,919 a year. This is less than $42,524, which is the national median of all general business majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at SHSU, general business students borrow a median amount of $26,641 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all general business bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $27,000.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the general business program at SHSU is $217 per month.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the general business majors at Sam Houston State University.
For the most recent academic year available, 44% of general business bachelor's degrees went to men and 56% went to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at SHSU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 58% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Sam Houston State University with a bachelor's in general business.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 31 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 |
| White | 142 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 18 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 156 |
| Accounting | 151 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 108 |
| Marketing | 80 |
| Human Resource Management | 52 |
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