What SAT score do you need for Sam Houston State University?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of Sam Houston State University's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
Sam Houston State University SAT band
25th
930
–
75th
1,120
Median
1,041
Lower-SAT-average school (bottom quartile). Admission rate: 90%.
Peer schools at this band
Valley City State University, ND
25–75:830–1,070Median:1,041
College of Staten Island CUNY, NY
25–75:890–1,250Median:1,040
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at Sam Houston State University.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.