Cost figures assume that the student is dependent and are based on a full-time, undergraduate student taking 12–18 credit hours per semester during the day, living on campus in Gatson and Mann Hall, Pittman, Smith or Vail Hall, and holding a carte blanche meal plan.

Students taking less than 12 hours will pay per credit hour. Students taking more than 18 credit hours will pay the tuition for full-time students as well as an additional per credit hour rate for each credit hour above 18 hours.

Freshman are required to live on campus and hold a 19-meals/week plan regardless of earned credit hours. Transfer students and upperclassmen who have earned at least 32 credit hours or are in second year of residency are required to hold a 12 meals/week plan or higher. Students who have earned at least 64 credit hours or are in third year of residency have their choice of any of the meal plans. All on-campus residents are required to purchase a meal plan. Commuters may choose to purchase any meal plan.

The stated annual cost of attendance is made up of estimated direct costs. You may have additional or different expenses depending on class registration, available housing options, books, or other costs not represented here. See an estimate by clicking the drawer below.

2026-27 Anticipated Direct Costs
Undergraduate Annual Rate
Tuition $42,590
Fees $1,200
Room (Vail/Smith) $8,130
Board $7,250
Total $59,170
Pittman Hall + $640
Gaston/Mann Hall + $3,210

Room rates are based on double occupancy for freshman residence halls. Single occupancy and alternative housing are available for an additional fee. Get more information on residence hall options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I estimate my out-of-pocket cost to attend Samford?
Visit Samford’s Net Price Calculator to estimate your out-of-pocket costs based on your personal circumstances such as family income, GPA and test scores.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Learn more about Samford’s interest-free payment plans by visiting samford.edu/admission/payment-plans.
When will anticipated tuition and fees be announced for the next cycle?
Samford typically announces anticipated direct costs for the next cycle by January of the current cycle.
When are payments due?

Payments are typically due on the fifth day of each month. However, at the start of each new term, payment is due on the first business day after the drop/add period has ended (based on the undergraduate day calendar). Students may also review payment due dates on their statement at any time through their financial portal.

What payment methods are accepted?

Payment may be made online with e-check, Visa, American Express, Master Card, or Discover. Payments made in person may be made by check. Payments may be mailed to: Samford University - Student Financial Services, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229.