The School of the Arts views academic advising a collaborative process where students and advisors work together to develop educational plans that align with the student's goals, interests, and abilities. It involves exploring academic options, understanding institutional policies, and making informed decisions about coursework and potential career paths.

Students may have one of the advisors listed below or have a faculty advisor assigned to them. Students can find their advisor on their mySamford page or it can be found in Degree Works by clicking on the envelope icon. If you have any questions, please email Caroline Adams, cadams12@samford.edu.

Your Advisors

Caroline Adams, MED

Director of Student Services

Cadams12@samford.edu
Buchanan 401

Crystal Grier

Academic Advisor

cmgrier@samford.edu
Buchanan 408

• How to Register for Classes/Make Schedule Changes
• How to Draft a Schedule 
• Transient Enrollment Form (If you plan to attend classes at another institution)
• Change Of Academic Program (adding/dropping a major, minor, or concentration)
• Course Repeat Form
• Academic Catalog
• Graduation Information
• Student Resources

Samford University holds institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), signifying the university provides a high-quality education and is authorized to award degrees at various levels.

Program Specific Accreditation

• Music: The Division of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). 
• Theatre and Dance: The Department of Theatre and Dance is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) and has also received full accreditation for its Theatre for Youth program by NAST. 
• Architecture and Interior Design: The Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), which prepares students to sit for the NCIDQ exam.