Biblical & Religious Studies Scholarships

Alabama Baptist Foundation Scholarships

The Alabama Baptist Foundation offers undergraduate and graduate scholarships for qualified Alabama residents.

Julius and Martha Avery Fund

The Julius and Martha Avery Grant-In-Aid Fund provides need-based grants to Baptist ministerial students, with first preference given to Southern Baptist students. National Baptist ministerial students may also be considered.

Jim and Ann Bruner Endowed Scholarship

The Jim and Ann Bruner Endowed Scholarship for Ministerial Students reflects Dr. Jim Bruner’s gratitude for the support he received as a Samford student. This need-based scholarship supports pre-ministerial students who demonstrate dedication to their studies.

The Dr. James Barnette Endowed Scholarship

The Dr. James Barnette Endowed Scholarship honors a beloved Samford alumnus, professor and former campus minister. It supports students in the Department of Biblical and Religious Studies who have an interest in ministry or missions careers and demonstrate significant financial need.

Michael & Laura Duduit Scholarship

The Michael & Laura Duduit Scholarship Fund supports students pursuing studies that lead to pastoral service.

John & Lillian Holcomb Scholarship

The John and Lillian Holcomb Ministerial Scholarship supports junior and senior ministerial students based on financial need, academic achievement and potential.

The Hull Scholarship for Lay Leaders

The Hull Scholarship for Lay Leaders supports Christian students who seek to engage the theological and ethical challenges of the day as teachers, writers, professionals or leaders in their faith traditions. Recipients must pursue a major or minor in Biblical and Religious Studies, Christian Ministry or Worship and the Arts in addition to studies in another university department.

Ova Nigg Memorial Scholarship

The Ova W. Nigg Memorial Scholarship Fund supports students preparing for ministry who demonstrate financial need according to university guidelines.

Roland Riggins Endowed Scholarship

The Roland Rush Riggins Endowed Scholarship Fund honors Rev. Riggins and supports students with strong academic records. Financial need is not required. The scholarship may be renewed for up to two additional academic years, for a maximum of three years, if the student remains in good academic and disciplinary standing.

W.T. Edwards Endowed Scholarship

The W.T. Edwards Endowed Scholarship honors a former religion professor known for his guidance, open-mindedness and enthusiasm for helping students grow during their college years.

John & Jessica Loftis Scholarship

The John and Jessica Loftis Scholarship gives preference to qualified Biblical Studies students in Metro College.

Philip Lynn Payne Ministerial Scholarship

The Philip Lynn Payne Ministerial Scholarship supports students preparing for ministry.

Hubert Fisher Memorial Scholarship

The Hubert Fisher Memorial Scholarship honors Samford alumnus Major Hubert B. Fisher. It supports students preparing for full-time Christian ministry or missions.

Elmore Scholarship

The Elmore Scholarship honors William Granade Elmore Sr. and William Granade Elmore Jr. Preference is given to ministerial or missionary students based on academic achievement, character and financial need.

Claude E. Matthews Scholarship

The Claude E. Matthews Scholarship supports Samford students based on financial need and academic promise. The award may be renewed if students continue to demonstrate financial need and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Patillo Scholarship Fund

The Patillo Scholarship Fund supports students based on financial need, academic achievement and character, with preference given to students studying journalism or religion.

Dr. Sigurd F. Bryan Scholarship

The Dr. Sigurd F. Bryan Scholarship honors a former religion and philosophy professor. It supports Department of Religion students preparing to serve as pastors or missionaries.

Abrams Scholarship

The Abrams Scholarship honors Relius and Blanche Louise Abrams, longtime members of Ensley Baptist Church. It supports students majoring in religion.

Herschel H. Hobbs Scholarship

The Herschel H. Hobbs Scholarship was established by South Roebuck Baptist Church to honor the Alabama native who served as president of the Southern Baptist Convention, preacher on the Baptist Hour and chair of the committee that prepared the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message. The scholarship supports students in the Department of Biblical and Religious Studies who are preparing for Christian ministry.

Brookwood Baptist – Gray Scholarship

Duel M Wilson Scholarship

Bee Talford Jones Family Scholarship

Wallace Howard Cook Scholarship

Madeline Dix Reeves Scholarship

Chemistry & Biochemistry Scholarships

DeLoach Scholarship

Dr. Will DeLoach, the Samford alumnus for whom this scholarship is named, was a chemistry professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

Lovin Scholarship

This scholarship is named for John Lovin, an adjunct instructor in the School of Pharmacy in the 1960s and 1970s.

Pilcher Scholarship

The Pilcher Scholarship honors Dr. Robert Pilcher, a chemistry professor from 1959 to 1966.

Wilcox Scholarship

Dr. Harold Wilcox, chemistry professor from 1939 to 1947, is honored with this scholarship.

Xan Scholarship

This scholarship bears the name of Dr. John Xan, chemistry professor from 1930 to 1954.

Classics & Philosophy Scholarships

Mabry Lunceford Scholarship

The Mabry Lunceford Scholarship honors a former Samford professor of religion and philosophy. It is awarded based on academic merit and financial need.

Mae E. Flynt Travel Scholarship

The Mae E. Flynt Travel Scholarship helps students participate in Classics Department study abroad programs in Greece and Italy.

Communication & Media Scholarships

Bishop Guild Scholarship

The Bishop Guild Scholarship honors former Samford debate coach Brad Bishop.

Department Scholarships

The Department of Communication and Media scholarships are based on ACT scores, high school grades, volunteer work and participation in media-related clubs. They can be renewed each year the student maintains a 3.5 or better grade point average and is involved with Samford student media. Reapplication is required each year for renewal.

Rex Copeland Scholarship

The Rex Copeland Scholarship is awarded in memory of Samford debater Rex Copeland

Ted & Dee Dee Jackson Scholarship

Geography & Sociology Scholarships

William Samuel Tynes Scholarship

The William Samuel Tynes Scholarship honors Samford geography alumnus William Samuel Tynes, who died in 2003. Tynes served as a GIS specialist in the U.S. Army's 320th Engineering Topographic G2 Terrain Company during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Awarded annually, the scholarship supports geography majors in good academic standing who demonstrate exceptional service and dedication to Samford's geography program. It honors Tynes' life, perseverance and commitment to service.

History Scholarships

George V. Irons Scholarships

These scholarships are given in honor of the late Distinguished Professor of History, Dr. George V. Irons from a generous bequest of the late Stanley Brooks Russell, Class of 1928, and additional gifts by others. Awarded on the basis of academic qualifications and need, these scholarships provide financial assistance to students who are registered majors in the Department of History.

Nancy C. Lipham Scholarships

These are prestigious scholarships established by alumna, Nancy C. Lipham, Class of 1976. Ms. Lipham is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo in Anniston, Alabama.

David M. and Jean Buchanan Vess Scholarships

These scholarships are given in honor of the late Distinguished Professor of History and chair of the department of history, David M. Vess, Class of 1948, and his wife, former Samford registrar, Jean Buchanan Vess.

Math & Computer Science Scholarships

George T. Crocker Memorial Scholarship Fund

Judson J. Hart Memorial Scholarship

Aubrey F. Lancaster Endowed Scholarship Fund

MATH Scholarship Fund

The Proverbs 9:10 Endowed Scholarship

Greg Walker Memorial Scholarship Fund

Dr. Ruric E. and Joyce R. Wheeler Endowed Scholarship

Psychology Scholarships

Staci Elise Carnley Endowed Scholarship

The Staci Elise Carnley Endowed Scholarship is open to any psychology major, but gives preference to upper-level female psychology majors from Alabama who aspire to a career in counseling or related areas.