Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Dallas, TX. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at R2 University comparison page.

The SMU's 2024 tuition & fees is $64,460 for the academic year 2023-2024. 72% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $35,270.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 12,053 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).

SMU ranked 61^st in National Universities and 5^th in Texas Colleges rankings. Southern Methodist University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Southern Methodist University is $64,460. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $37,062.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $67,039 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $37,261.

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2023-24 Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate	$64,460
Graduate	$37,062

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Dta System)

Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)

2024-25 Estimation

Undergraduate	$67,039
Graduate	$37,261

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Southern Methodist University is 61.22% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17.23%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,410.

The average graduation rate is 82%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 12,053 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2024 SMU Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	61.22% Acceptance Rate / 17.23% Yield
Test Scores »	1,410 SAT / 32 ACT
Graduation Rate »	82%
Transfer-out Rate	12%
Retention Rate	90%(full-time), 75% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	9.09% (11 to 1)
Student Population »	12,053 (7,056 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$35,270

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

Southern Methodist University has a law school. You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.

SMU Offered Programs
Southern Methodist University Law School
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Southern Methodist University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at SMU
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	Army, Air Force
Weekend/Evening College	Yes
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	Yes