Southern Methodist University Transfer and Admissions Information

Private

4 year
6,249

Full + Part time Students
1:11

Faculty to Student Ratio
5%

Transfer Student Ratio
$29.9K

Avg. Financial Aid

A nationally ranked private university with seven degree-granting schools, SMU is a distinguished center for teaching and research located in the heart of Dallas. SMU’s 11,000 students benefit from small classes, leadership opportunities, international study and innovative programs. The University prepares students for leadership in their professions and in their communities. Our location in the heart of Dallas – a thriving center of commerce and culture – offers students challenging experiences on campus and beyond. Relationships with the Dallas region provide a platform for launching careers throughout the world.

Over 500 courses transfer into Southern Methodist University

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Overview

Total Faculty	723
Full-Time Undergraduate	5,999
Part-Time Undergraduate	250
Application Acceptance Rate	54%
Transfer Students	325
Programs	172 Programs
Courses	995 Courses
Equivalencies	811 incoming Equivalencies 5,244 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$41,750
Out-of-State Tuition	$41,750
Books and Supplies	$800
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	32%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$6,976
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	71%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$22,938

Information for Transfer In Students

Technical/Vocation Credit Accepted:

Vo-Tech courses are not accepted for transfer credit.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall	August 1
Spring	November 1
Summer	March 15

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

The minimum GPA requirement for transfer admission consideration is a 2.0; however a 2.7 is recommended.
Official Transcripts:

The submission of all official college level transcripts and official high school transcripts is required.
SAT Scores:

The submission of official ACT or SAT test scores is optional.
Letters of Recommendation:

Recommendation letters are recommended for scholarship consideration.
Essay:

An essay is required if you have fewer than 30 transferable credits. It is recommended of all for scholarship consideration.
Application Fee:

There is a $60 application fee.
Interview:

An interview is not required.
Other Requirements:

An extracurricular resume is recommended for scholarship consideration. There audition and portfolio requirements for students applying for Dance, Music, Theatre, Art, or Film.
Apply Here:

http://www.smu.edu/Admission/Apply/Transfer

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Courses with a grade below a "C-" are not accepted for transfer credit. (Although the course is non-transferable, the grade received below a C- will count towards a student’s admission eligibility and is calculated into his/her all-college GPA.)
Credits (Min/Max):

You must earn 60 credits in residence at Southern Methodist to receive your bachelor's degree.
Transfer Policy Document:

Southern Methodist University.pdf