Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001036
- Phone: (251) 405-7000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.31%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
20FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,760Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Samford University
351 North Broad Street, Mobile, AL
Samford University provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Birmingham, AL and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately 4,700 students are enrolled yearly at Samford University.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Samford University offers:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores between 23 to 29 on the ACT or 1040 to 1270 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase the chance of getting accepted. This school admits approximately 80 percent of students applying annually. Of those students accepted, about 32 percent attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at samford.edu.
Tuition is approximately $26,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Housing is available for students, which costs around $4,400 each year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.
The Samford University Bulldogs participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who wish to learn more about Samford University can check out their website at http://www.samford.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Samford University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Samford University is around 5,600 students, where graduate students make up roughly 17% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $35,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,100 to $1,300 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 97% | $15,880 |
Receiving Student Loans | 38% | $8,448 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Samford University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theology (Ministry) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Samford University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Conference)
- Basketball (Southern Conference)
- Track and Field (Southern Conference)
- Football (Southern Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Samford University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Pharmacy (D)
- Nursing (B)
- Nursing Administration (D)
- Nurse Anesthetist (M)
- Family Practice Nurse (M)
- PreMed Studies (B)
- Athletic Training (B, M)
- Dietetics
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Geography (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Ministry (C, D, M)
- Theology (M)
- Religious and Sacred Music (B, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Graphic Design (B)
- Interior Design (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Voice and Opera (B, M)
- Music Theory and Composition (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Samford University.
- Birmingham Southern College in Auburn, AL (5 miles away)
- Miles College in Marion, AL (7 miles away)
- Talladega College in Tuscaloosa, AL (39 miles away)
- Stillman College in Mobile, AL (49 miles away)
- Judson College in Tanner, AL (65 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001036
- Phone: (251) 405-7000
- School Homepage