Southern Methodist University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Southern Methodist University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: United Methodist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Southern Methodist University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Dallas, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,908, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 53%. The university offers 85 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 82%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $53,464.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
53% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
91% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
82% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile31-34
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1340-1510
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
13k
Students enrolled
13%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
58%
Unknown
1%
Black
7%
Hispanic
14%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Asian
8%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
9% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
30
Total Online Enrollment
1,615
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.13% online, 87% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
87% On-campus
13% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's26% online
Doctorate17% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
9%
State Grant Aid
10%
Institution Grant Aid
74%
Pell Grant
9%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$68k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- All Track Combined
- Equestrian
- Rowing
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | Engineering. | |||
| 11 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 13 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 14 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 16 | History | |||
| 17 | History. | |||
| 18 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 19 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 20 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 21 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 22 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 23 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 24 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 25 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 26 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 27 | Psychology. | |||
| 28 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 29 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 30 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 31 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.