Graduate Admission

We offer multiple state-of-the-art graduate-level programs for you to choose from.

Shape your graduate experience with

Strength and Purpose

Arts Arts & Sciences Business Divinity Education Health Professions Law Nursing Pharmacy Public Health

School of the Arts

“Samford has provided me with growth in many areas of my life—academically, professionally and spiritually.

“Everyone I’ve met has welcomed me in, and the faculty have encouraged me to chase my ambitions and have supported me in my work. I will always hold the friendships I’ve built and the connections I’ve made close to my heart.”

Lexie Dishroon

School of the Arts
Master of Music Education (MME) - Class of 2023
Current Student

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Howard College of Arts and Sciences

“I would not be where I am today without this degree.

“It has been vitally important to my career and has helped me make good decisions for our county that will last for decades. We’ve invested in property, outdoor recreation space and preservation of the Cahaba River. A lot of the decisions that we make are based on the background knowledge that I gained from the MSEM program.”

Chad Scroggins

Master of Environmental Management (MSEM) - Class of 1998
Manager
Shelby County, Alabama

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Brock School of Business

“Someone once told me, ‘You can never control your opportunity, but you can always control your readiness.’”

Brent Fielder

Brock School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Class of 2019
Director of Corporate Social Responsibility & Strategic Communications, Chick-fil-A

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Beeson Divinity School

“The value of an interdenominational community has been immeasurable.

“Seeing the rich traditions and expressions of worship from various denominations has been formative for me. Also having the opportunity to expose classmates to my own tradition and denominational background has fortified my appreciation and love for it in the process.”

Corey Savage

Beeson Divinity School
Master of Divinity (MDiv) - Class of 2022
Pastor-elect of Plum Grove Baptist

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Orlean Beeson School of Education

“At Samford, you receive a successful, well-structured program where you are able to learn practical strategies that can be immediately applied to your daily work.”

Catherine Finkley

Orlean Beeson School of Education
Early Childhood/Elementary Education (MSE) - Class of 2012;
Instructional Leadership Certification - Class of 2016;
Instructional Leadership (EdS) - Class of 2017;
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (EdD) - Class of 2020
Principal at Coldwater Elementary

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School of Health Professions

“The program itself has shaped me in the obvious way of knowing the right material, but it has also prepared me in many other ways.

“Our interprofessional projects that we do periodically have allowed me to better understand and appreciate other healthcare professional’s roles in the patient care process.”

Lauren Graham

School of Health Professions
Physician Assistant Studies - Class of 2022
Current Student

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Cumberland School of Law

“Joining the trial advocacy team taught me that the most effective way to communicate in the courtroom is to be myself.

“Samford teaches that to all students. That's been so helpful in learning how I want to advocate for clients in my career.”

Tyler Yarbrough

Cumberland School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Class of 2023
Student Bar Association President

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Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing

“Although Samford’s program is online, the professors work hard to engage the student...the support from the teachers facilitates a relationship.

“Many professors will offer a verse or prayer for the students at the end of their lecture or announcement. The Christ-like excellence is reflected by the faculty when working with the students.”

June Rogers-Cathy

Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) - Class of 2022
Nurse Practitioner at Middle Creek Medical Center

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McWhorter School of Pharmacy

“Samford professors encourage us to advocate for our profession starting now as students. They demonstrate the impact we can have and our ability to shape the professions we want to work in.”

Ramsey Shane

McWhorter School of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) - Class of 2024
President-Elect, American Phamacists Association Samford Chapter

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School of Public Health

“Jesus wanted healing to happen in community… which I think it’s so neat that we get that opportunity as social workers to walk alongside people. I think Samford did an amazing job at setting us up well in that regard.”

Mallory Lamm

School of Public Health
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Class of 2018
Owner and Therapist at her own counseling practice

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Thrive in Birmingham

Career

Samford's close access to Birmingham offers you training and professional opportunities at major medical and finance institutions and thousands of diverse schools, churches, law firms, and businesses.

Culture

Birmingham offers nationally recognized civil rights institutions and museums and a celebrated food scene that runs from innovation cuisine to beloved neighborhood spots.