Known for health sciences
Samford University is a private institution in Birmingham with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1203, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.8K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
80% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,469 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,795.
Established
1841
Motto
Deo Doctrinae Aeternitati Deo et Doctrinae
Mascot
Sam
Type
Private university
Conference
Southern Conference
Division
Division 1
82%Acceptance
1203SAT Avg
3,828Students
14:1Student:Faculty
80%Grad Rate
$58,469Earnings 10yr
$30,795Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate82.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1203
Reading & WritingMid: 615
550650
MathMid: 580
520610
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2329
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$38,144
Room & Board$12,160
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$53,934
Average Net Price$30,795
Median Debt at Graduation$19,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$207
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$21,891
$30–48K$24,253
$48–75K$27,995
$75–110K$32,769
$110K+$33,894
Programs (118)
Student Body
Undergrads
3,828
Gender Split
66% / 34%
Women / Men
First Generation
14%
Pell Grant Recipients
11%
Race & Ethnicity
White 86%
Black 4%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate79.9%
Freshman Retention87.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$49,466
8 Years$54,932
10 Years$58,469
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$51,400
Men
$74,100
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Source: Wikipedia