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Alabama A&M University Football

Alabama A&M University (AAMU) · Normal, Alabama · Public university

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NCAA ISouthwestern Athletic Conference
Acceptance rate58%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate24%finish within six years
Undergraduates7,295Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Alabama A&M University Football coaches

Coaches at Alabama A&M University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Sam ShadeHead Coach
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Chris ShellingAssistant Head Coach - Defensive Coordinator
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Amos JonesSpecial Teams Coordinator
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Co-Offensive Coordinator - Offensive LineSign up to see name
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Co-Offensive Coordinator - Wide ReceiversSign up to see name
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Quarterbacks CoachSign up to see name
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Secondary CoachSign up to see name
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Defensive Line - Recruiting CoordinatorSign up to see name
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Assistant Special Teams CoachSign up to see name
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Linebackers CoachSign up to see name
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Offensive Line CoachSign up to see name
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Running Backs CoachSign up to see name
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Defensive Coordinator / LinebackersSign up to see name
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Support Staff - FilmSign up to see name
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Offensive AnalystSign up to see name
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Defensive AnalystSign up to see name
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Passing Game Coordinator - Director of Football OperationsSign up to see name
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Executive Secretary of AthleticsSign up to see name
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Athletics

The program

Where Alabama A&M University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southwestern Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
aamusports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 810–1040
ACTMiddle 50%: 14–19

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Popular majors

AccountingAnimal Sciences, OtherBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiotechnologyBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCity/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
19 : 1
Graduation rate
24% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Alabama residents$8,610
Out-of-state tuition$17,220
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,152
Campus

Where it is

Alabama A&M University in Normal.

Location
Normal, Alabama
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
aamu.edu
Overview

About Alabama A&M University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Sam Shade, the Head Coach, leads the Alabama A&M University Football staff of 32 coaches, verified October 2026. Alabama A&M University (AAMU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Alabama A&M University is a public school in Normal, Alabama with 7,295 undergraduates, a 58% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,152 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Alabama A&M University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Sam Shade, the Head Coach and Chris Shelling, the Assistant Head Coach - Defensive Coordinator. Alabama A&M University has 32 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats 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 Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Sam can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Alabama A&M University typically score 810–1040 on the SAT and 14–19 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 Alabama A&M University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Alabama A&M University Football FAQ

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

Is Alabama A&M University D1?

Yes. Alabama A&M University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

Is Alabama A&M University public or private?

Alabama A&M University is a public school in Normal, Alabama.

What conference is Alabama A&M University Football in?

The Southwestern Athletic Conference.

Does Alabama A&M University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Alabama A&M 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 Alabama A&M University Football have?

32 coaches, led by Sam Shade, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Alabama A&M University Football?

Sam Shade is the Head Coach.

When can Alabama A&M University Football coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Alabama A&M University Football?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Alabama A&M University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,610 and out-of-state tuition is $17,220 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,152.

What is the Alabama A&M University acceptance rate?

58% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Alabama A&M University?

Admitted students typically score 810–1040 on the SAT and 14–19 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Alabama A&M University Football 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 October 2026