82%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,188 |
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| Declined | + 696 |
| Total Received | 3,884 |
| SAT | 1302 |
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| ACT | 0016 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Birmingham–Southern College | Birmingham, AL |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| The University of Tampa | Tampa, FL |
| The University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| University of Georgia | Athens, GA |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN |
| Southeastern University | Lakeland, FL |
| Belmont University | Nashville, TN |
| University of San Francisco | San Francisco, CA |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
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Samford University, founded in 1841, is a private, church-affiliated (Baptist) university. Programs are offered through the schools of arts, arts and sciences, business, divinity, education, health professions, law, nursing, pharmacy and public health. Its 212-acre campus is located in suburban Birmingham.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 5,619 |
| Established in | 1841 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Baptist |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • ABA (American Bar Association) • APHE (Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education) • ATS (Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada) • CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CIDA (Council for Interior Design Accreditation) • CoA-NA (Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
212-acre, suburban campus in Homewood (population: 25,476), about five miles from Birmingham. Major airport, bus, and train serve Birmingham.
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, AL 35229
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| Application fee | $40
(fee waivers) |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Neither |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
82%
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| Accepted | 3,188 |
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| Declined | + 696 |
| Total Received | 3,884 |
Essay
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Secondary school record
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Particular talent/ability
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
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Jason Black
Dean of Admissions
P: 205 726-3673
admission@samford.edu
72%
$20,862
| Tuition | $32,000 |
| Room | $4,968 |
| Board | $2,598 |
| Additional fees | $850 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $41,416 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $20,862 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $20,554 |
Need-based
| Federal | $2,015,251 |
| State | $492,613 |
| Institutional | $16,398,522 |
| Other external | $681,025 |
| Total | $19,587,411 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $397,585 |
| Institutional | $21,867,707 |
| Other external | $815,165 |
| Total | $23,080,457 |
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Institution's own financial aid form
February 15
State aid form
February 15
FAFSA
Institution's own financial aid form
State aid form
P: 205 726-2905
onestop@samford.edu
Lane Smith
Director of Financial Aid
lsmith1@samford.edu
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Martin Newton (men's)
Director Of Athletics
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69%
Transfer applicants accepted
56%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Recommended of Some |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 24 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Australia Canada China Nigeria Panama The Bahamas |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Kristi Griem
Director of International Recruitment
205 726-4637
kgriem@samford.edu
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