At a glance
Average net price
$32,622
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
77.0%
Admission rate
82%
Undergrad size
4,206
In-state tuition
$40,150
Out-of-state tuition
$40,150
Cost of attendance
$57,456
Median earnings (10y)
$58,469
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,201
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 92.9%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (35%), humanities & arts (20%), social sciences (20%).
- STEM4%
- Health35%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts20%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services2%
- Health professions35.0%~1,471 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business19.0%~801 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Communication7.9%~333 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~295 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education5.3%~225 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~211 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology4.5%~187 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.3%~98 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~84 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science1.8%~75 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal1.8%~75 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~75 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.7%~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology1.6%~66 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.9%~37 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.3%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.2%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law. | First professional | 281 | — | — |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 230 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 227 | $57,355 | $25,750 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 192 | — | — |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Bachelor's | 167 | — | $12,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 122 | $39,073 | $18,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 115 | $75,518 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 107 | $97,811 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 103 | $40,304 | $19,000 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 72 | $38,043 | $18,120 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 71 | $37,334 | $24,250 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 71 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 71 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 69 | $44,263 | $23,235 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 68 | — | $24,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 67 | $21,575 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 65 | $37,947 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 65 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | $25,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 53 | — | — |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master's | 52 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 48 | $56,217 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 47 | $35,457 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 41 | $86,528 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 39 | $49,829 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 37 | $27,954 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Graduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Master's | 27 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 24 | $44,337 | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Samford University
Samford University is a mid-sized institution located in Birmingham, Alabama, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,206 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Communication.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Samford University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $32,622 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $40,150 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $57,456 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 77.0%, a strong completion outcome. 92.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,469 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Samford University confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Communication. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (35% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% of credentials), social sciences (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Samford University accepts 82% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,201. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Birmingham, Alabama (suburb), Samford University draws students from across Alabama and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Samford University
Q.How much does Samford University cost?
The average net price at Samford University is $32,622 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $57,456.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Samford University?
Samford University has a 6-year graduation rate of 77.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Samford University?
Samford University admits 82% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Samford University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Samford University graduate earns $58,469 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Samford University?
Published tuition is $40,150 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Samford University located?
Samford University is located in Birmingham, Alabama (ZIP 35229).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Samford University at their official website.