Your Future is Here.

At Samford, you’ll find that the four pillars we rest on are foundational to your success both during and long after your time here. The pillars will help you identify and pursue your goals through one of Samford’s 183 undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations.

A Place for Opportunity

At Samford, student engagement is reached through abundant opportunity. It’s your voice in prayer at Reid Chapel, cheering for the Bulldogs in the Pete Hanna Center, and the new 154,000-square-foot wellness center supporting your holistic health. It’s in the dedication to campus safety and the traditions you'll cherish long after graduation, reminding you that your passion can lead to greatness.

#8
in the nation for career preparation by the Wall Street Journal, 2025

The Wall Street Journal ranks Samford #1 in the nation in student engagement, a measure of “how engaged students feel they are with their professors, their peers and their education” and a valuable predictor of success after graduation.

Rachel Fuentes
Class of 2027
Law, Politics and Society
“The community at Samford is truly special. It’s a place where students, faculty and staff come together with a shared belief system and a vision for the future. It gives me a home away from home, one that encourages my faith and sets me on a firm foundation, while fostering academic ambition.”

Community that inspires

As Rachel Fuentes entered her freshman year at Samford, she sought a thriving campus with an uplifting community, Christ-centered education, and academic programs in political science. Samford checked all those boxes and more. Initially nervous about sharing living space as an only child, Rachel soon found that the girls in her residence hall became some of her closest friends. Along with forming lifelong friendships, she met professors who made the classroom exciting and encouraged curiosity. Now, as a member of the Samford Equestrian and Recruitment teams, Rachel has gained a vibrant, supportive community that fuels her personal and professional development. Find your people, passions, and potential at Samford.

Unmatched Involvement

Outside the classroom, Samford gives students ample organizations, clubs, and extracurriculars to display their skills in and to enjoy.

Step Sing

Traditions like Step Sing, where students across campus produce, direct and act in original stage performances, bring us back together year after year.
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Student Organizations

Student clubs range from cultural organizations like the African Students Association to professional organizations like the Christian Pharmacists Fellowship.
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Athletics

Varsity athletics rally us to cheer together for our 17 NCAA Division I teams. Our teams have brought home 73+ Southern Conference championships since 2008.
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Intramural Sports

Intramural sports offer exhilarating competition and the chance to discover new passions.
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Greek Life

Greek life includes 16 fraternities and sororities that serve and lead in the community.
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Career Opportunities That Set You Apart

Because Samford is located in the larger city of Birmingham, students are able to easily find powerful experiences and internships that take them beyond the classroom and begin their career even before they graduate. Our Career Development Center offers personalized support, and the Hire Samford program provides exclusive opportunities through Handshake.

76%
Students who complete an internship or field experience
$453.3M
Samford’s annual economic impact in Alabama

Samford students intern at top companies locally and nationally, including through partnerships like the Washington Center in D.C. Birmingham offers experiences at health care hubs, global corporations like AT&T and PNC Bank, and cultural institutions such as the Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and the Magic City Art Festival.

Dulce Rivera
Class of 2017
CEO, Mi Pueblo Supermarket

Achievements That Endure

Dulce Rivera’s journey to Samford wasn’t just about pursuing higher education; it was about navigating familial expectations, overcoming self-doubt and discovering her own path to success. Through her time at Samford, Dulce emerged not only as a successful professional but also as someone who cherishes the lessons learned and relationships formed along the way.

Now, as an alumna, Dulce is the CEO of Birmingham-based Mi Pueblo Supermarket. Over the last 19 years, this family-owned business has become a staple in Birmingham and a leader in the local Hispanic community. Dulce was also recently inducted in the 40th class of Birmingham Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40.”

“Samford has shaped me into the professional I am now. The level of commitment that professors have for their students is remarkable. They taught me to listen because there is always something to learn from everyone but also to seek help when you need it.”

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Whoever you are, whatever you want to achieve, you have a place at Samford. Come and see where your purpose comes to life.