C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

Samford University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Birmingham, Alabama 35229
🌐 www.samford.edu/
Outcomes
A
86/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
A+
95/100
Prestige
C
48/100

Quick Stats

5,791
Total Enrollment
80%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
82%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Samford University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#16
Pharmaceutical Sciences
of 27 schools
#19
Nurse Anesthetist
of 33 schools
#21
Divinity/Ministry
of 69 schools
#21
Nursing Administration
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,144 $37,144
Room $6,558
Board $5,602
Total Cost (On-Campus) $57,456 $57,456

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
11%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

5,791
Total Students
66%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 5%
Black 8%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 91%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Samford University?
Samford University has an acceptance rate of 82%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Samford University?
Tuition at Samford University is $37,144 for in-state students and $37,144 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Samford University?
The graduation rate at Samford University is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Samford University a good school?
Samford University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Samford University?
Samford University has a total enrollment of 5,791 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology