Samford University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Samford University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Baptist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Samford University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Birmingham, Alabama. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,831, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 82%. The university offers 80 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 80%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for students are $37,144.
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- #9 Ranked in Best Colleges in Alabama
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile23-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1070-1260
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
9%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
57%
Unknown
0%
Black
3%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
11% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
27
Total Online Enrollment
502
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.9% online, 91% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
81% On-campus
19% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's3% online
Graduate Certificate45% online
Master's35% online
Doctorate50% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $37,144 | $37,144 |
| Graduate | $21,904 | $21,904 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,668 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,895 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $20,139 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,895 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,895 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $55,907 | $55,907 |
| Off-campus without family | $62,378 | $62,378 |
| Off-campus with family | $42,239 | $42,239 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
11%
State Grant Aid
25%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
11%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$45k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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