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- Scholarship information is available for affordability checks.
- Multiple programs are listed, making course-fit comparison easier.
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Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a private research university located in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1911 by what is now the United Methodist Church, SMU offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across eight degree-granting schools. It is particularly recognized for the Edwin L. Cox School of Business, Dedman School of Law, Meadows School of the Arts, and Perkins School of Theology. The university combines a liberal arts foundation with professional and research-oriented education, fostering a vibrant campus life in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. SMU's main campus sits on 164 acres in University Park, an independent city surrounded by Dallas, and features a mix of Georgian architecture and modern facilities. The university supports extensive research, study abroad, and community engagement opportunities, and its graduates are well represented in business, law, the arts, and public service. With a diverse student body and strong ties to the Dallas region, SMU provides a comprehensive educational experience grounded in academic excellence and innovation.
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Academics & Programs
12 programs catalogued.
Admissions Intelligence
Real outcomes, your fit.
Entry requirements
- IELTS
- 6.5+
- TOEFL
- 90+
- Duolingo
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- PTE
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- Application deadline
- Varies
- Application fee
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Cost & ROI
Tuition, living, scholarships.
Full tuition + stipend + travel. International graduate students; competitive country quotas.
Full tuition + stipend + travel. International graduate students; competitive country quotas.
Full funding for 1 year non-degree. Mid-career professionals from designated countries.
Campus Life & Media
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Outcomes
Recruiters, salaries, work pathway.
Top recruiters
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Post-study & PR
Most United States universities offer 2-3 year post-study work options for international graduates.
Voices
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