Huntsville, TX · Nacogdoches, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Sam Houston State University | Stephen F Austin State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 90.3% | 94.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $9,228 | $11,128 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $19,068 | $23,426 |
| Average Net Price | $14,737 | $14,959 |
| Graduation Rate | 55.0% | 53.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 21,039 | 10,472 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 19 | 16 |
GradFax Analysis
Sam Houston State University accepts 90.3% of applicants. Stephen F Austin State University accepts 94.0%. Sam Houston State University's in-state tuition is $9,228. Stephen F Austin State University's is $11,128. Sam Houston State University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 55% at Sam Houston State University, 53% at Stephen F Austin State University.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Sam Houston State University. It accepts 90.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Sam Houston State University, on average. After aid, students pay $14,737/year versus $14,959/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Sam Houston State University: 55% of students finish in 6 years. Stephen F Austin State University is at 53%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.