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Samford University was founded in 1841 as Howard College. Its first classes were held on January 3, 1842. The college moved to its present campus in 1957. It gained university status on November 9, 1965, and was renamed Samford University in honor of Frank Park Samford. The university campus is spread across an area of around 180 acres in Homewood, Alabama. Samford University offers an array of degrees and programs through the following schools and colleges:
Samford University competes in the Southern Conference and is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I. Its sports teams are known as the Samford Bulldogs.
Among the famous graduates of Samford University are Deidre Downs, the winner of Miss America 2005; R. Albert Mohler, Jr., the president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; and Charles Crist, the Governor of Florida.
Students attend Samford University in Birmingham, AL, a large suburb. The school is proud of its Baptist status. Samford University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
Samford University has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in medicine and law.
Samford University is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 510. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 520 and 630. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Samford University has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 4,485 students at Samford University (as of 2007).
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Samford University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Ohio Valley Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Samford University
800 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, AL 35229-2240
General Phone: (205) 726-2011
http://www.samford.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 165 | law, pre-law, foreign lawyers |
| Education And Teaching | 135 | early childhood education, educational administration, elementary school teaching, teacher education, education, student counseling, music teaching, physical education teaching, ... |
| Business And Management | 132 | business management, accounting, managerial economics, human resources, international business |
| Medicine | 122 | pharmacy, pre-dentistry, pre-med |
| Liberal Arts | 115 | history, English, political science, international relations, Spanish language, sociology, general studies, Classical languages, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 98 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist |
| Religion And Philosophy | 80 | ministry, religion, theology, theological and ministerial studies, religious music, philosophy, philosophy and religious studies |
| Science | 53 | biology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry |
| Family And Social Work | 53 | family studies, social service professions, food and related services, public administration |
| Media | 52 | journalism, communication studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 30 | exercise science, athletic trainer, health and physical education |
| Therapy And Counseling | 28 | psychology |
| Design | 20 | interior design, graphic design |
| Music | 11 | music performance, piano, voice, music theory and composition |
| Engineering Technician | 10 | environmental control tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 8 | computer science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 6 | drama, various performing arts |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental studies |
| Engineering | 1 | engineering physics |
Number of programs and degrees for Samford University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 608 | 60 |
| First-professional degree | 305 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 160 | 13 |
| Post-master's certificate | 24 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 23 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 10 | 2 |
In 2007, Samford University had a total enrollment of 4,485 students (4,171 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 63% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| First Professional | 24% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Samford University offers campus housing for 1,860 of its 4,171 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Birmingham, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,837 | 1,573 | 86% | 648 | 41% |
| Men | 657 | 546 | 83% | 256 | 47% |
| Women | 1,180 | 1,027 | 87% | 392 | 38% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 510 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 31% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 78% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,920 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,920 |
| Room and board | $ 6,320 |
| Room charge | $ 3,220 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,100 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,075 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,560 |
Financial Aid:
Samford University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 103600)
Samford University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 96 | 43 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 38 | 25 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 26 | 52 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 12 | $99,712 | 4 | $94,615 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 9 | $82,799 | 6 | $89,858 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $89,964 | 14 | $87,390 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 28 | $90,225 | 25 | $87,382 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 63 | $90,509 | 18 | $69,794 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 27 | $64,852 | 21 | $57,241 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 38 | $54,895 | 45 | $56,741 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $41,359 | 11 | $39,492 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 132 | $73,519 | 95 | $57,328 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Ohio Valley Conference |
| Basketball | Ohio Valley Conference |
| Baseball | Ohio Valley Conference |
| Track | Ohio Valley Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 148 | 103 | 251 |
| Football | 73 | 0 | 73 |
| Track | 13 | 20 | 33 |
| Baseball | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| Basketball | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 70 | 88 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
History Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering Physics
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services, Other
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Pre-Law Studies
Programs for Foreign Lawyers (LLM, MCL)
LIBERAL ARTS
Asian Studies/Civilization
Cartography
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
MEDICINE
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
Pre-Dentistry Studies
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Piano and Organ
Voice and Opera
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Samford University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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