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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All Programs

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