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Samford University Softball

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

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 Softball coaches

Coaches at Samford University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

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 Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Megan Curry, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Samford University Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. Samford University (SU) competes in NCAA Division I Softball 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 Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Megan Curry, the Head Softball Coach and Bella Furgason, the Assistant Coach. Samford University has 5 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time 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 a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Megan 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 game with updated results.
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Questions

Samford University Softball 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 Softball, 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 Softball in?

The Southern Conference.

Does Samford University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

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 Softball have?

5 coaches, led by Megan Curry, the Head Softball 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 Softball 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.

Coaching staff verified June 2026