Transfer Application

Step 1: Decide which semester you wish to begin at SMU

SMU uses a rolling admission timeline for transfer students. We accept applications beginning at the start of the semester prior to which you are applying. When you apply, you will receive an admission decision within two weeks of receipt of all required materials.

Fall Admission: April 1 (preferred/scholarship deadline), June 1 (regular deadline), or August 1 (final deadline)

Spring Admission: November 1

Summer Admission: March 15

Step 2: Decide which application method is right for you

• National Common Application
• SMU Printable Application 
• Apply Texas Transfer Application

Step 3: Review the application checklist

• Completed application
• $60 application fee
• Official college transcript(s)
• Official high school transcript
• Official SAT or ACT scores (if you have less than 30 transferable credit hours)
• Extracurricular resume (recommended for scholarship consideration)
• Personal statement (recommended for scholarship consideration)
• Recommendation letter(s) (recommended for scholarship consideration)
• Official Credential Evaluation of Foreign University Transcript(s) (students transferring from an international university)
• Review audition and portfolio requirements (students applying for Dance, Music, Theatre, Art, or Film)

Step 4: Submit application materials

Please mail all application materials to:

SMU Undergraduate Admission
P.O. Box 750181
Dallas, TX 75275

For overnight and courier deliveries:

SMU Transfer Admission
6185 Airline Road
Dallas, TX 75205-0181

You are welcome to send materials separately; however, please be sure all materials clearly indicate your first, middle and last name, and your date of birth. We recommend that you make and keep a copy of all application forms for your records.

We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you better. If you have questions, please contact your SMU Transfer Admission Counselor or the main Admission Office.

Phone: 800-323-0672 or 214-768-2058
Fax: 214-768-0103
ugadmission@smu.edu
Office Hours: 8:30 – 5:00 p.m. Central Time