Academics
Howard College of Arts and Sciences offers more than 40 majors and concentrations in the humanities, behavioral and social sciences and STEM.
Howard College of Arts and Sciences offers you a liberal arts education that is rooted in Christian thought and practice. You receive one-on-one mentoring from our caring and dedicated faculty and have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through our study abroad, undergraduate research, preprofessional, scholars, fellowships and engaged learning opportunities.
Academic Resources & Opportunities
Study Abroad
We offer flexible programs that allow you to pursue study abroad. Many of our faculty lead these immersive experiences giving you the opportunity to gain real-world experience and develop meaningful and impactful relationships with our faculty.
Undergraduate Research
We offer various programs to support undergraduate research, including ASPIRE. You will work directly with faculty members on current research projects, often resulting in publications, national awards and acceptance into outstanding graduate and professional schools.
Preprofessional Programs
Prepare for a career in health, ministry or law with one of our preprofessional programs. You will gain the skills and knowledge needed to continue the next phase of education in your chosen profession.
Scholars Programs
Represent the college and join one of our scholar's programs. Nominated by faculty, scholars exercise leadership skills by participating in various activities to promote research and interdisciplinary engagement throughout the college.
Fellowships
Apply for one of these fellowships for advanced study or professional development in your chosen field or discipline.
Scholarships
We offer dozens of scholarships across our three divisions to make your liberal arts education at Samford more accessible and affordable.
Engaged Learning
You have access to a plethora of educational and professional opportunities that allow you to pursue your passions while developing strong connections with our faculty. Cultivating these relationships often leads to internships, research and job opportunities.
Academic Advising
Our academic advisors are dedicated to helping every student find their true career path. We offer one-on-one advising sessions each semester to ensure your path to success.