Samford University
Birmingham, AL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Samford University
Samford University is a private Christian university in Homewood, Alabama, United States. Homewood is an inner-suburb of Birmingham. Samford was founded by Baptists in 1841 as Howard College and located until 1887 in Marion, Alabama. It is governed by an independent board of trustees, which requires board members to be Baptists. In fall 2025, the university enrolled 6,324 students from 44 states, 1 U.S. territory, and 16 other countries, marking the 17th consecutive record-setting year for enrollment.
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82%
Acceptance
$32,622
Net price
4,206
Enrollment
77%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
82%
Acceptance rate
1,201
SAT average
26
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$32,622
Average net price
$40,150
In-state tuition
$40,150
Out-of-state tuition
$13,056
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$57,456
Total cost of attendance
11%
Students receiving Pell grants
27%
Students with federal loans
$19,500
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$58,469
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$49,466
Median earnings (6 yrs)
77%
Graduation rate
93%
Retention rate
81%
Earn more than a HS grad
$16,043
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
4,206
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
14%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Samford University FAQ
Is Samford University a public or private school?
Samford University is a private nonprofit institution located in Birmingham, AL.
What is the acceptance rate at Samford University?
Samford University has an acceptance rate of 82%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Samford University cost?
The average annual net price at Samford University is $32,622 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $40,150.
What is the graduation rate at Samford University?
About 77% of students at Samford University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Samford University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Samford University students earn a median of $58,469 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Samford University?
Admitted students at Samford University have an average SAT score of 1,201 and an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Samford University?
Samford University enrolls about 4,206 students.
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