International Brochure 2023-2024

SMU & DALLAS

REWARDS

Imagine yourself on our 234-acre campus in SMU AND DALLAS Create a global gateway with limitless opportunities that will shape and position you for success no matter where you go or what you pursue.

Dallas-Fort Worth area is among the

BEST CITIES FOR JOBS (WalletHub 2023)

THRIVE IN A GLOBAL DESTINATION Dallas thrives on its cosmopolitan community of diverse ideas, backgrounds and identities. With a perfect mix of arts, business, culture and technology, this global city’s optimistic essence is woven into student life and academics. You will experience comforting touch points at festivals, markets, museums, restaurants and places of worship that celebrate the region’s multicultural melting pot.

Dallas, the city of big ideas and big opportunity

DFW is home to

20+ FORTUNE 500 COMPANY headquarters

NO. 2 BUSIEST AIRPORT IN THE WORLD

DFW International Airport (Airports Council International)

DFW among

THE WORLD’S MOST INNOVATIVE CITIES

(2thinknow Global Top 100 2022-23)

Visit SMU! Come see our beautiful campus: only five miles from the heart of Dallas. The SMU Office of Undergraduate Admission provides visit experiences throughout the week.

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BIG IDEAS, BOLD RESULTS SMU alumni among the

Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences

in foreign languages, psychology, mathematics and statistics and biological and biomedical science (College Factual)

Preparing world changers in the academic heart of SMU.

HIGHEST-PAID GRADUATES

Cox School of Business

94% OFF THE MARKET

Prepares for the business of changing the world.

for Cox BBA Class of 2023 around the time of graduation, with an average

starting salary of $76.7K per year

SMU alumni among the

Lyle School of Engineering

in computer and information science according to College Factual

Engineering solutions for a rapidly changing world.

HIGHEST-PAID GRADUATES

More than half of Meadows students

Meadows School of the Arts Preparing artists and entrepreneurs in a unique mix of the arts.

90% JOB OR GRAD SCHOOL PLACEMENT

for Simmons applied physiology and sport management grads

DOUBLE MAJOR OR MINOR

Simmons School of Education and Human Development Training movers and shakers who push for the best in human potential.

30% of SMU Class of 2022 undergraduates graduated with a double major. Of those, 92% graduated within four years.

Take a look at our future world changers

EXPERIENCE SMU Our enterprising spirit has helped shape Dallas into a global destination for world changers of all backgrounds. Your experiences on campus and beyond will shape you into the person you want to become.

on campus.

33% Students of color *

*Undergraduate and graduate students

Total enrollment*

12,053

(7,056 undergrads) *Fall 2022

Leverage your

EXPAND YOUR EDUCATION

LIVE IN A VIBRANT COMMUNITY

• Research opportunities as early as your first semester.

• You will live in one of 11 Residential Commons for your first two years. Each Commons has a Faculty in Residence and opportunities to build lifelong friendships with peers from around the world.

• SMU global cultural immersions that shape your worldview.

• Credit courses through intersessions at SMU-in-Taos and SMU Abroad programs.

worldwide network to launch your career in DFW and beyond.

136,000+ SMU alumni worldwide

61,000+ SMU alumni in DFW

TOP 20% OF THE “BEST NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES”

in the 2023 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER • Multiple career services centers for help pursuing internships, connecting with top employers or landing a job.

• Workshops to help navigate the OPT process.

• Six months after graduation, nearly 90% of SMU grads have jobs or are enrolled in graduate school.

CREATE YOUR OWN SMU EXPERIENCE • 200+ student organizations that offer opportunities to lead, serve and grow.

• 100+ years of spirit and traditions.

• 17 Division I sports and about 20 intramural or club sports.

“Studying in Dallas gives you the best of both worlds. Here you get to experience life in the city, while at the same time getting that feeling of home on campus.”

– Ana Reyna ’23 Hometown: Monterrey, Mexico

We work hard to prepare students from all backgrounds to change the world.

WE INVEST IN THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST All students who apply to SMU, regardless of citizenship, are automatically considered for SMU’s generous academic merit scholarships. There is no separate application process. Most scholarships are stackable and may be combined, but cannot exceed the cost of tuition and fees. Don’t lose out. Apply to SMU today. smu.edu/apply

ACADEMIC SCHOOL-SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS Learn more at smu.edu/academicscholarships.

200+

companies from 34 countries have their U.S. headquarters or substantial operations in the Dallas region

70%

of first-year students are awarded scholarships and/or financial aid* Only for U.S. citizens or permanent residents

*

$164+ MILLION

in scholarships and/or grants awarded last year

SMU alumni among the

HIGHEST-PAID GRADUATES

across a range of fields (College Factual 2023)

2023–24 ESTIMATED COSTS Tuition and fees $64,460 Average housing and dining $18,230 Total $82,690

TUITION PAYMENT PLANS SMU offers several payment plans.

TERM PAYMENT PLANS Choose six- or five-month payment plans for fall and/or spring terms or a threemonth payment plan for summer term. Learn more at smu.edu/paymentplans.

“Growing up in Honduras, I always dreamt about coming to the U.S. to study and broaden my opportunities. The academic scholarships I received from SMU helped me achieve my goals.”

– Santiago Aguero ’21 Hometown: Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Find your place in our vibrant community.

8%

international enrollment

representing 88 countries*

59%

of undergraduates are from outside of Texas

Leading home states for undergraduates are California, Florida, New York and Illinois*

Top 5 countries represented*

China Mexico Canada Vietnam United Kingdom Fall 2022

*

APPLY TO SMU! Don’t miss your chance at an SMU education. Get ready for jobs that don’t yet exist. Prepare for an evolving world by graduating with multiple competencies and activating new skills.

IMPORTANT DEADLINES November 1

JAN

15

Early Action (nonbinding) Early Decision I (binding) Scholarship consideration

January 15 Regular Decision (nonbinding) Early Decision II (binding) Scholarship consideration

ADMITTED STUDENT PROFILE for SMU Class of 2027*

1360

SAT** mid-50%

1490

30

ACT** mid-50%

34

123.6

99.6

Duolingo English Test (DET) average

TOEFL average

Application checklist

*As of June 2023 **Superscore

7.5

IELTS average smu.edu/apply

Completed application (The Common Application, ApplyTexas or The Apply Coalition Application) $60 nonrefundable application fee Official secondary school transcript Official English proficiency scores* (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test) * Speak to your admission counselor to learn if it is required for your application.

SAT or ACT scores (optional) Counselor recommendation Teacher recommendation (optional)

SMU AND DALLAS

Extracurricular resume

create your global gateway!

WELCOMING SUPPORT Need to know the best place to buy Residential Commons room essentials, how to open up a U.S. bank account, apply for your first internship and more?

SMU’s International Student and Scholar Services office helps international and third-culture students adapt to college life at SMU and in Dallas, with helpful support, leadership development opportunities and a variety of fun and informative events throughout the year. Learn more at smu.edu/isss.

APPLY TODAY

smu.edu/apply

MEET YOUR ADMISSION COUNSELOR All prospective and admitted SMU students are matched with an assigned admission counselor. Find yours at smu.edu/counselor.

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS DEDMAN COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES Anthropology Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biophysical Sciences Chemistry Data Science Earth Sciences Environmental and Resource Sciences Specialization Environmental Studies Specialization Geology Specialization Geophysics Specialization Economics Economics with Finance Applications Economics with Management Information Applications Concentration English Creative Writing Specialization Ethnic Studies African/African American Studies Mexican American Studies Health and Society History Human Rights Individualized Studies in the Liberal Arts Individualized Studies in the Liberal Arts (with a focus on Women’s and Gender Studies) International Studies Markets and Culture Mathematics Medieval Studies Philosophy Physics Cosmology and Astrophysics Specialization Political Science Pre-Health Pre-Law Psychology Public Policy Religious Studies Asian Religions Specialization Christian Tradition Specialization Religion and Culture Specialization Sociology Statistical Science

World Languages and Literatures French French Studies Spanish World Languages: Chinese World Languages: French World Languages: German World Languages: Italian World Languages: Spanish COX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Accounting Business Analytics and Supply Chain Management Finance General Business Management Marketing Real Estate Specializations: Energy Management Entrepreneurship Finance with Alternative Asset Management Real Estate LYLE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING Civil Engineering Premedical Track Computer Science Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Track Cyber Security Track Data Engineering Track General Track Research Track Software Engineering Track Electrical and Computer Engineering Biomedical Specialization Electrical Engineering Specialization Computer Engineering Specialization Environmental Engineering Premedical Track Management Science Mechanical Engineering Distributed Track Dynamics and Controls Specialization Entrepreneurship Track Premedical/Biomedical Specialization Solid Mechanics, Materials and Manufacturing Specialization Thermofluids Specialization

MEADOWS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Advertising Creative Specialization Digital Media Strategy Specialization Strategic Brand Management Specialization Art B.A. (Portfolio required) B.F.A. (Portfolio required) Art History Corporate Communication and Public Affairs Organizational Communication Track Political Communication Track Social Innovation and Nonprofit Engagement Track Creative Computing Dance B.F.A. (Audition required) Fashion Media Film and Media Arts B.A. (No portfolio required) B.F.A. (Portfolio required) Journalism Music B.A. in Music (Audition required) B.M. in Composition (Audition required) B.M. in Music Education (Audition required) B.M. in Music Therapy (Audition required) B.M. in Performance (Audition required) Public Relations and Strategic Communication Theatre B.F.A. Acting Specialization (Audition required) B.F.A. Theatre Studies Specialization (Audition required) SIMMONS SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Applied Physiology and Sport Management Applied Physiology and Health Management Sport Management Sport Performance Leadership Educational Studies (Teacher Certification) Early Childhood–Grade 6 Grades 4–8 Grades 7–12

We’re here for you. Ask us how we can help you finish strong.

SMU Office of Undergraduate Admission Call 1-800-323-0672 or 214-768-2058 Text 214-768-9990

Connect with us. @smuadmission SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu. 240149.723