Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Dallas, TX. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics 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's acceptance rate is 61.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17.00%. The median SAT scores is 1410 and the ACT socre is 32.
SMU ranked 61st in National Universities and 5th in Texas Colleges rankings. Southern Methodist University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
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.
| Undergraduate | $64,460 |
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| Graduate | $37,062 |
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| Undergraduate | $67,039 |
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| Graduate | $37,261 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus 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 |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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