Dedman College is the heart of SMU. It is home to the humanities, social sciences, and natural and mathematical sciences – disciplines fundamental to the traditions of higher education. These strong roots foster continued growth and enrichment for Dedman College students, faculty, and staff.
Based in historic Dallas Hall, Dedman College is where all SMU students begin their collegiate journeys, no matter what majors or minors they choose. The College was named in 1981 for the late Robert H. Dedman Sr. and his wife, Nancy McMillan Dedman, SMU alumni whose gift endowed the college and enables SMU to remain committed to its legacy as a liberal arts university and as the gateway to a life of fulfillment.