In the Nation for Career Preparation
—Wall Street Journal (2025)
Samford is a leading nationally ranked Christian university renowned for excellence, small enough to foster intentional connections, big enough to offer robust opportunities and committed to cultivating students’ foundational faith. Across our 10 academic schools, students are prepared to powerfully pursue the calling God has on their lives.
Renowned Excellence
From art and education to business and health care, Samford offers more than 180 competitive degree programs that open doors to hands-on learning, industry experts and dynamic workplace experiences. Whether in person, online or abroad, discover an academic program that enhances your personal and professional growth.
#8
97%
Undergraduate Alumni Working or in Further Study Within Six Months
Intentional Connection
Samford offers a dynamic university experience within a close-knit community. Incredible gathering spaces offer a backdrop for academic conversations, worship experiences and athletic events. Come discover an environment where classmates turn into lifelong friends, professors become trusted mentors and connections stand the test of time.
#1
in the Nation for Student Engagement —Wall Street Journal (2022)
14:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Robust Opportunity
At Samford, create a path that supports your goals for higher education. Discover the dynamic benefits of a liberal arts education, gain the specific skills for your chosen career path, and pursue opportunities for leadership, teamwork, creativity and adaptability through the countless opportunities you will find here.
174
Majors, Minors & Concentrations
151
Student Organizations
Foundational Faith
At Samford, faith is the foundation upon which our values are built. Intellectual prowess, creative inspiration, scientific exploration, altruistic expression—these virtues, grounded in faith, take root here. We invite students to pull up a chair to the conversation of faith, pursuing excellence for His glory.
#2
In the Nation for Character Development
—Wall Street Journal (2025)
—Wall Street Journal (2025)
1841
Unwavering Committment to Christ Since Our Founding
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All prospective undergraduate students must first apply for admission to the university. Note that a few undergraduate programs require additional applications, auditions or interviews. Graduate program application processes vary by school. Visit the individual program pages to learn about them.
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Samford offers 180+ undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations and more than 60 graduate degrees. Find the perfect fit for you.
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Samford University has been a pillar for educating with strength and purpose since 1841. We encourage you to take the next step and tell us about yourself. We look forward to providing you with more information about Samford and our outstanding programs.
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The best way to experience the Samford spirit is to meet our people and walk our campus. Students interested in our undergraduate programs can choose from a variety of opportunities just for them. Graduate programs often host open houses with ample opportunities to ask questions. Explore their program pages for details.