by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at SHSU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #21 out of 62 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, SHSU as a strong choice for general psychology, coming in at #470 out of 1,317 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Psychology Schools | 470 of 1,317 |
| Best General Psychology Schools in Texas | 21 of 79 |
| Best General Psychology Schools in the Southwest Region | 31 of 123 |
The following degree levels are granted in general psychology at SHSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 348 |
| Master’s | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Sam Houston State University conferred 348 bachelor’s degrees in general psychology.
SHSU ranks competitively among schools offering general psychology at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #21 out of 62 schools by College Factual.
General Psychology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from SHSU earn a median of $43,146 a year. This is below $55,820, the median for all majors at SHSU.
To complete a bachelor’s at SHSU, general psychology students accumulate a median of $24,000 in student loans. This is lower than $24,902, the typical median for all majors at SHSU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,856 | $15,696 |
| Fees | $3,372 | $3,372 |
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Among recent graduates, 16% of general psychology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 84% went to women.
The majority of general psychology bachelor’s degree graduates at SHSU are White. Roughly 47% of graduates 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 psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 61 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 101 |
| White | 165 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 14 |
SHSU awarded 348 bachelor’s degrees in psychology, general recently — 84% to women and 16% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (47%).
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at SHSU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General Psychology | 1 |
