Cost of Attendance
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What is The Cost of Attendance?
Cost of Attendance (CoA) is the estimated cost to attend Sam Houston State University. COA includes estimated tuition and fees and basic living expenses for an academic year (Fall/Spring and/or Summer term). These costs are an average estimate and include the following expenses:
The average cost of tuition and fees for a typical student is based on 30 credit hours per year (15 hours in fall and 15 hours in spring). The actual cost may vary depending on a student’s degree or certificate program.
Tuition and Fees are included in your SHSU account balance.
- On Campus – The cost of food (meal plans) and on-campus dorms/housing. These costs vary and are available through Residence Life. This is included in your SHSU account balance.
- Off Campus – A reasonable cost estimate for living off campus in Huntsville, TX while attending school. Actual costs may vary because of student housing choices and circumstances. This is NOT included in your SHSU account balance.
A student’s average cost for books and supplies over an entire academic year (Fall/Spring and/or Summer terms). This is NOT included in your SHSU account balance.
- Number of credit hours
- Residency (Texas Resident or non-Texas resident)
- Food and housing choices
- Degree plan
- Personal expenses
- Spending habits
Undergraduate Student Costs
From first-time freshmen to transfer students, understanding the cost of your undergraduate degree can help you plan your future. All cost estimates are based on a nine-month academic year for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $11,370 | $23,810 |
| Food and Housing | $12,350 | $12,350 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,380 | $1,380 |
| Transportation | $2,004 | $2,004 |
| Misc./Personal | $1,792 | $1,792 |
| Loan Fees | $70 | $70 |
| Total Budget | $28,966 | $41,406 |
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $7,782 | $15,942 |
| Food and Housing | $12,350 | $12,350 |
| Books and Supplies | $920 | $920 |
| Transportation | $2,004 | $2,004 |
| Misc./Personal | $1,792 | $1,792 |
| Loan Fees | $70 | $70 |
| Total Budget | $24,918 | $33,078 |
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $5,612 | $11,204 |
| Food and Housing | $12,350 | $12,350 |
| Books and Supplies | $644 | $644 |
| Transportation | $2,004 | $2,004 |
| Misc./Personal | $1,792 | $1,792 |
| Loan Fees | $70 | $70 |
| Total Budget | $22,472 | $28,064 |
Graduate Student Costs
Our graduate programs are flexible and affordable, allowing our students to pursue their passions without breaking the bank. All cost estimates are based on a nine-month academic year for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $9,488 | $18,048 |
| Food and Housing | $12,350 | $12,350 |
| Books and Supplies | $920 | $920 |
| Transportation | $2,004 | $2,004 |
| Misc./Personal | $1,792 | $1,792 |
| Loan Fees | $120 | $120 |
| Total Budget | $26,674 | $35,234 |
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $6,686 | $12,678 |
| Food and Housing | $12,350 | $12,350 |
| Books and Supplies | $644 | $644 |
| Transportation | $2,004 | $2,004 |
| Misc./Personal | $1,792 | $1,792 |
| Loan Fees | $120 | $120 |
| Total Budget | $23,596 | $29,588 |
Osteopathic Medical Student Costs
SHSU-COM is proud to offer a high-quality osteopathic medical education at an affordable price.
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | $26,500 | $41,600 |
| Books and Supplies (Including Diagnostic Equipment) | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Food and Housing | $16,080 | $16,080 |
| Transportation | $2,990 | $2,990 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous Expenses (Includes health Insurance) | $9,190 | $9,190 |
| Loan Fees | $1,080 | $1,720 |
| Total Budget | $60,340 | $76,080 |
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | $26,500 | $41,600 |
| Books and Supplies (Including Diagnostic Equipment) | $600 | $600 |
| Food and Housing | $16,080 | $16,080 |
| Transportation | $2,990 | $2,990 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous Expenses (Includes health Insurance) | $9,190 | $9,190 |
| Loan Fees | $912 | $1,552 |
| COMLEX | $0 | $0 |
| Total Budget | $56,272 | $72,012 |
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | $26,500 | $41,600 |
| Books and Supplies (Including Diagnostic Equipment) | $600 | $600 |
| Food and Housing | $18,740 | $18,740 |
| Transportation (includes travel to boards) | $6,750 | $6,750 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous Expenses (Includes health Insurance) | $9,190 | $9,190 |
| Loan Fees | $1,212 | $1,856 |
| COMLEX | $0 | $0 |
| Total Budget | $62,992 | $78,736 |
| Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | $26,500 | $41,600 |
| Books and Supplies (Including Diagnostic Equipment) | $600 | $600 |
| Food and Housing | $17,180 | $17,180 |
| Transportation (includes travel to boards) | $9,780 | $9,780 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous Expenses (Includes health Insurance) | $9,190 | $9,190 |
| Loan Fees | $1,250 | $1,900 |
| Total Budget | $64,500 | $80,250 |