Promotion and Tenure

Within the framework of the University Rank and Tenure Guidelines, the following policies and procedures are followed in all departments of Dedman College. These documents summarize only the procedural process for promotion and tenure within Dedman College; criteria for the evaluation of faculty within each discipline will be found in the specific divisional guidelines.

• SMU Policy Number 2.11:  Guidelines for the Award of Rank and Tenure.
• Procedures for the Evaluation of Faculty Members of Dedman College for Tenure, Promotion and the Extension of Contract 
• Tenure Dossier Template
• Promotion and Tenure Deadlines
• Interfolio
• Information on Grant Activity