Southern Methodist University

Dallas, TX · Private nonprofit · 4-year

Southern Methodist University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution located in Dallas, TX. It has a 61.2% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1490 and median ACT of 34. The average net price is $40,892. Southern Methodist University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

61.2%

15,092 applicants

SAT Median

1490

Combined score

ACT Median

34

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$40,892

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

0.8%

Retention Rate

90.5%

Median Earnings (10yr)

N/A

Student Body

7,277

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Southern Methodist University:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$23,544
$30,001 – $48,000$20,038
$48,001 – $75,000$24,152
$75,001 – $110,000$33,477
$110,000+$58,213

Top Majors at Southern Methodist University

MajorDegrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing537
Social Sciences246
Communication & Journalism181
Visual & Performing Arts138
Parks, Recreation & Fitness130
Psychology130
Engineering108
Biological & Biomedical Sciences92
Computer & Information Sciences85
Mathematics & Statistics53

Financial Aid at Southern Methodist University

About Southern Methodist University

Official website: https://www.smu.edu/

Admissions: https://www.smu.edu/admission

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