Birmingham, AL · Tuscaloosa, AL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Samford University | Stillman College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 82.2% | 74.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $38,144 | $11,392 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $38,144 | $11,392 |
| Average Net Price | $16,724 | $172 |
| Graduation Rate | 80.0% | 41.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Samford University accepts 82.2% of applicants. Stillman College accepts 74.2%. Samford University's tuition is $38,144. Stillman College's is $11,392. That's a $26,752 difference per year. Samford University graduates 80% of students in 6 years. Stillman College graduates 41%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Stillman College. It accepts 74.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Stillman College has lower published tuition: $11,392 versus $38,144. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Samford University: 80% of students finish in 6 years. Stillman College is at 41%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.