Race & Ethnicity
Samford University has a diverse student body with 14% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Samford University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Samford University has a gender distribution of 68% female students and 32% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
21% of total enrollment
44% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Samford University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 90% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 2% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
90%
Traditional Age (18-21)
2%
Non-Traditional (25+)
35%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Samford University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 25% in-state residents, 74% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
25% of student body
74% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
35 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
14%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
68%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
2%
Non-Traditional Age