You are who
You choose to be
If you're driven to lead, achieve and leave a lasting impact — you’re ready to be a Bearkat. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to rise to every challenge.
Your drive is a
Your drive is a
force for good
Ready to build something greater?
As Bearkats, we put in the work and live by our motto: “The measure of a Life is its Service.”
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Damikka Willis
Class of 2026
“To be able to be a mentor for students who are like me and are coming from a lower-income background where both of their parents work blue-collar jobs, has been on my mind for a while and would be really cool to do.”
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Emily Linklater
Class of 2026
"I wanted to go to a school that was one of the best for my degree, but also somewhere I could build lasting relationships with my professors. That smaller, tight-knit culture really mattered to me."
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Christopher Cook
Class of 2026
“My ultimate objective is to be able to protect people and organizations that work for the good of their citizens.”
Let's see
You succeed
Funding your future
A college degree is a vital investment in your future. We’re here to help you maximize your funding opportunities.
- #58 America’s Top Online Colleges for 2025 Newsweek
- #9 in Texas ahead of all other TSUS Institutions Wall Street Journal
- Top 5% Social Mobility Nationwide U.S. News & World Report
We’ll help you pursue your excellence
We offer a wide range of support services — from academic advising to career guidance — to help you reach your goals every step of the way.
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Academic Success Center
Tutoring and workshops to support you at every stage of your learning journey
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Student Money Management
Financial education and coaching to set you up for success at SHSU and beyond
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Student Advising & Mentoring
Advisors can help you make good decisions all along your academic journey
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Career Success Center
Get support with career planning, internships and job placements after college
Become a Bearkat
Ready to see campus for yourself or start your application to SHSU? Our Admissions team is here to help.