Shape your graduate experience with
Strength and Purpose
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 (M.M.E.) - Class of 2023
Current Student
Master of Music Education (M.M.E.) - Class of 2023
Current Student
Howard College of Arts and Sciences
“It all started at Samford with the MSEM program. My third career is now my lifelong career: making a difference in my community and in the world.”
Bill Peters
Howard College of Arts and Sciences
Master of Environmental Management (M.S.E.M.) - Class of 2016
Director of Environmental Protection, Jefferson County (Retired)
Master of Environmental Management (M.S.E.M.) - Class of 2016
Director of Environmental Protection, Jefferson County (Retired)
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
MBA - Class of 2019
Director of Corporate Social Responsibility & Strategic Communications, Chik-fil-A
MBA - Class of 2019
Director of Corporate Social Responsibility & Strategic Communications, Chik-fil-A
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 (M.Div.) - Class of 2022
Pastor-elect of Plum Grove Baptist
Master of Divinity (M.Div.) - Class of 2022
Pastor-elect of Plum Grove Baptist
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 (M.S.E.) - Class of 2012;
Instructional Leadership Certification - Class of 2016;
Instructional Leadership (Ed.S.) - Class of 2017;
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.) - Class of 2020
Principal at Coldwater Elementary
Early Childhood/Elementary Education (M.S.E.) - Class of 2012;
Instructional Leadership Certification - Class of 2016;
Instructional Leadership (Ed.S.) - Class of 2017;
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.) - Class of 2020
Principal at Coldwater Elementary
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
Physician Assistant Studies - Class of 2022
Current Student
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
J.D. - Class of 2023
Student Bar Association President
J.D. - Class of 2023
Student Bar Association President
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 (F.N.P.) - Class of 2022
Nurse Practitioner at Middle Creek Medical Center
Family Nurse Practitioner (F.N.P.) - Class of 2022
Nurse Practitioner at Middle Creek Medical Center
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
Pharm.D. - Class of 2024
President-Elect, American Phamacists Association Samford Chapter
Pharm.D. - Class of 2024
President-Elect, American Phamacists Association Samford Chapter
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
M.S.W. - Class of 2018
Owner and Therapist at her own counseling practice
M.S.W. - Class of 2018
Owner and Therapist at her own counseling practice
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.
Connection
Samford graduate students explore Birmingham's opportunites together, forging relationships and building networks that enrich careers.
True strength. Deep purpose.
Every Possibility Rising Before You