| Samford University | vs. | VMI |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, Alabama | Location | Lexington, Virginia |
| Four-years, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
| Doctoral / Research University | Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences |
| $38,144 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$20,484
Out-Of-State$51,186 |
| 97% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 65% |
| $20,171 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $17,109 |
| 82.23 % | Acceptance Rates | 81.73 % |
| 28.92 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 49.01 % |
| 1,160 | SAT Score | 1,170 |
| 25 | ACT Score | 25 |
| 77 % | Graduation Rate | 76 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 19 % |
| 91 % | Retention Rate | 82 % |
| 5,682 | Student Population | 1,512 |
| 362 | Number of Faculties | 142 |
| 14 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 10 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC, Study Abroad |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |