The mission of Samford University is to nurture persons, offering learning experiences and relationships in a Christian community, so that each participant may develop personal empowerment, academic and career competency, social and civic responsibility, and ethical and spiritual strength; and continuously to improve the effectiveness of the community.
— Academic Program —
• Calendar: 4-1-4
• Accreditation: SACS/CC
• Undergraduate Degrees: Associate of Science; B.A.; Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies; Bachelor of Music; B.S.; B.S. in Business Administration, Education and Nursing
• Graduate Degrees: Master of Accountancy, M.B.A., Master of Comparative Law, Master of Divinity, M. Div. in Church Music, M.S. in Environmental Management, Master of Music, Master of Music Education, M.S. in Education, M.S. in Nursing, Master of Theological Studies, Educational Specialist, Juris Doctor, Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, Doctor of Ministry, Doctor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Nursing
• Majors: 102 • Minors: 35
• Preprofessional Programs: Business, Dentistry, Engineering, Law, Medical, Nursing, Optometry, Pharmacy
• Special Programs: Accelerated Programs, Advanced Placement, Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps, CLEP, Cross-registration, Double Major, Dual Enrollment, Exchange Student Program (Domestic), Exchange, Honors, Independent Study, International, International Baccalaureate, Internships, Law Scholars, LEAD Program, Metro Programs (Adult Studies), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification Program
• Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,860
• Graduate Enrollment: 1,625
— Annual Basic Costs —
• Undergraduate Tuition: $17,920 (12-18 hours day curriculum); $600 per credit hour
• Room: $2,450 to $3,220
• Meals: $1,970 to $3,100
• Books and Supplies: $1,075 estimated