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SHSU Online Programs Earn “Best” Status from U.S. News & World Report

January 27, 2026

SHSU Online Programs Earn “Best” Status from U.S. News & World Report 

Online education at Sam Houston State University has opened exceptional higher learning led by industry experts to individuals across the nation. For SHSU’s continued demonstration of this commitment to high-quality, affordable online learning, U.S. News & World Report has once again awarded the university favorable rankings. 

The annual report lists the top degree-granting distance-education programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Also included in the report are program rankings based on veteran enrollment, an inclusion that highlights the university’s dedication to serving those who have served the country. 

No. 3 in Best Online Master's in Criminal Justice for Veterans Programs (Tie) 
No. 5 in Best Online Master's Criminal Justice Programs (Tie) 
No. 14 in Best Master's in Education Programs for Veterans Programs
No. 15 in Best Online Master's in Computer Information Technology Programs for Veterans 
No. 30 in Best Online Master's in Information Technology Programs (Tie) 
No. 36 in Best Online Master's in Education Programs (Tie) 
No. 55 in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans (Tie) 
No. 71 in Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans (Tie) 
No. 77 in Best Online Bachelor's Programs (Tie)  
No. 96 in Best Online Master's In Business Programs (Excluding MBA)(Tie) 
No. 98 in Best Online Bachelor's in Business Programs (Tie) 
No. 119 in Best Online MBA Programs (Tie) 
 
SHSU offers over 60 fully online degree programs, including two doctoral programs and 54 online certificate programs across undergraduate, graduate and post-baccalaureate levels. For more information on any of SHSU’s online programs, follow this link.