Samford University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Birmingham, AL. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The Samford's 2024 tuition & fees is $38,144 for the academic year 2023-2024. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $20,171.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 5,682 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).

Samford's acceptance rate is 82.01% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 29.00%. The median SAT scores is 1160 and the ACT socre is 25.

Samford ranked 1st in Alabama Colleges rankings. Samford University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Samford University is $38,144. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $22,604.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $39,618 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $23,308.

Undergraduate$38,144
Graduate$22,604
Undergraduate$39,618
Graduate$23,308

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »82.01% Acceptance Rate / 29.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,160 SAT / 25 ACT
Graduation Rate »77%
Retention Rate91%(full-time), 50% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.14% (14 to 1)
Student Population »5,682 (3,672 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$20,171

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Samford University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Samford
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Samford University Directory Information

Address800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229-2240
Phone205-726-2011
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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