Sam Houston State University

1. Basic Eligibility

Bachelor's Degree: 4-year equivalent from accredited institution (3-year degrees evaluated case-by-case)

Minimum GPA: 2.5/4.0 (3.0+ required for competitive programs)

Transcripts: Official records with English translations + NACES evaluation (WES/ECE preferred)

2. English Proficiency

TOEFL iBT: 79 (100 for Nursing/Clinical programs)

IELTS: 6.5 (7.0 for Nursing/Clinical programs)

Duolingo: 100 (120 for Nursing/Clinical programs)

PTE: 53

Waivers: Available for degrees from English-medium institutions

3. Program-Specific Requirements

MBA Programs (AACSB-accredited)

GMAT/GRE waived for GPA 3.0+

Professional resume required

MS in Computer Science (STEM-designated)

Programming proficiency (C++/Java)

Calculus prerequisite

MA in Criminal Justice (#2 ranked program)

Writing sample

Background check

MS in Nursing (MSN)

BSN + active RN license

1 year clinical experience

4. Required Documents

Online application ($75 fee)

Statement of Purpose (500 words)

2 Recommendation Letters

Resume/CV

Passport copy

Financial guarantee ($35,000 for I-20)

Requirements may vary for each program. Please visit the program page for specific requirements.