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Samford University Men's Track and Field

Samford University (SU) · Birmingham, Alabama · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA ISouthern Conference
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Acceptance rate82%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate77%finish within six years
Undergraduates6,097Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Samford University Men's Track and Field coaches

Coaches at Samford University who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.

Rod TiffinHead Track and Field Coach
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Emily Edwards PenberthyAssistant Distance Coach
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Hannah DaffinAssistant Coach - Throws
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Athletics

The program

Where Samford University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southern Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
samfordsports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1070–1250
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–28

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Popular majors

AccountingBible/Biblical StudiesBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Managerial EconomicsCommunication Sciences and Disorders, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
77% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$39,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$32,176
Campus

Where it is

Samford University in Birmingham.

Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Baptist
Time zone
Central
Website
samford.edu
Overview

About Samford University Men's Track and Field

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Rod Tiffin, the Head Track and Field Coach, leads the Samford University Men's Track and Field staff of 7 coaches. Samford University (SU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Track and Field as a member of the Southern Conference. Samford University is a private school in Birmingham, Alabama with 6,097 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,176 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Samford University Men's Track and Field

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Rod Tiffin, the Head Track and Field Coach and Emily Edwards Penberthy, the Assistant Distance Coach. Samford University has 7 coaches for Men's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Rod can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Samford University typically score 1070–1250 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Samford University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Questions

Samford University Men's Track and Field FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Samford University D1?

Yes. Samford University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Track and Field, in the Southern Conference.

Is Samford University public or private?

Samford University is a private nonprofit school in Birmingham, Alabama.

What conference is Samford University Men's Track and Field in?

The Southern Conference.

Does Samford University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?

Samford University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Samford University Men's Track and Field have?

7 coaches, led by Rod Tiffin, the Head Track and Field Coach.

How much does Samford University cost?

In-state tuition is $39,000 and out-of-state tuition is $39,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,176.

What is the Samford University acceptance rate?

82% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Samford University?

Admitted students typically score 1070–1250 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Samford University Men's Track and Field coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.