Samford Community
At Samford University you’ll find the personal relationships of a small college with the dynamic academic, cultural, and athletics resources of a major university. As one of only a handful of national doctoral universities that hold to a distinctively Christian mission, Samford provides opportunities to be part of a community where you are challenged to grow intellectually and spiritually and to discover how you can make a difference in the world.
Academics
Rigorous academics are central to Samford University’s mission, and you will be nurtured to become an independent thinker and lifelong learner. Samford offers a challenging curriculum and a rich diversity of exciting academic experiences through 138 majors, minors and concentrations in 26 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Students benefit from supportive and accomplished faculty, and it is easy to develop a rapport with your instructors. Special programs, such as undergraduate student research, international studies and University Fellows, enhance the academic experience for qualified students.
Campus Life
There is always something going on at Samford from sponsored activities to just hanging out with friends. You can get involved with any of more than 125 social, service and professional organizations; compete and play in one of the largest college intramural programs anywhere; workout in the Pete Hanna Center; relax in Harry’s for a Thursday night performance; join in worship, Bible study, and community service; capture the thrill of NCAA division I athletics; or enjoy an array of cultural activities such as theatre, ballet, lectures and concerts. This is an invaluable part of your total higher education experience.
Service Opportunities
You will discover that the Samford community is devoted to serving others. That’s part of our Christian mission. In fact, 85% of a recent graduating class reported that they regularly participated in community service or volunteer work. Many of these opportunities also include faculty and staff. At Samford you will get to know many people who are deeply committed to making a difference in the world. From reaching out to inner city children or communities trapped in rural poverty, in Alabama and around the globe, Samford people make the world a better place.
Meaningful Traditions
Any family or community is enriched and affirmed by holding and keeping traditions across generations. The Samford University family is proud of our history and tradition as the 87th oldest university in the United States. From large university-wide celebrations like Homecoming and the fierce competition of Step Sing to small personal traditions like rubbing Major Davis’ nose for luck, we cling to our red and blue and cheer for our bulldogs.
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Picturesque Campus
With more than 50 Georgian Colonial buildings set on a manicured 180 acre campus, Samford is an almost idyllic place to be your college home for a lifetime. The-award winning campus is often called one of the most beautiful colleges in America. You will enjoy the serenity provided by a suburban campus that is only minutes away from the heart of Birmingham.
Graduates
Samford has thousands of graduates who are empowered by the people they met here to use what they learned at Samford as a spring-board to make a critical difference in the world. Thirty-four percent of Samford’s undergraduates immediately pursue post-baccalaureate education. Samford graduates have been nominated for Pulitzer Prizes and Emmy awards, and we have our share of industrial and political power brokers. Read their stories and imagine where Samford can take you.