Welcome to SMU Perkins!
Congratulations on your admission to SMU Perkins School of Theology! Below you will find important resources for your transition into the SMU community.
GETTING STARTED WITH CLASSES
- Check out what classes will be available this semester
New Student Orientation:
- DALLAS: AUGUST 18; 9a-3p (check in at 8:45 a.m.)
- HOUSTON-GALVESTON: AUGUST 28
Financial Literacy Program (FLP) Canvas Course (Required)
- Complete the 6-part FLP Saving Grace course (Canvas access granted upon enrollment)
- Buy textbooks and much more
- Watch this tutorial to learn about the learning management system used throughout SMU
- As an SMU student, you may want a review this interactive map to familiarize yourself with campus
FORMS TO COMPLETE
-Form authorizes the school to release basic information about UMC students to UMC bodies
- Consent form is linked above. Photos should be emailed to Laura Figura at lfigura@smu.edu using this document as a guide.
- Complete this form and send to the SMU Health Center
INFORMATION ABOUT SMU SERVICES
- Learn about news, events, and features from the Bridwell Library
- Learn about payment deadlines, tuition costs, and contact information
- Learn about federal and private loan opportunities
- Learn about obtaining student health insurance
- Learn about housing opportunities on or around campus in Dallas and Houston
- Learn about job opportunities in Dallas and Houston
- Order parking pass, ID card, and free DART pass (Dallas students)
Course Technology Requirements
-Learn about technology needs and expectations for Perkins students
SMU IT Help Desk- Get answers to questions about logging into or navigating my.smu.edu or Canvas
Questions? Contact Christina Rhodes, Associate Director of Enrollment Management at 214.768.3411 or csrhodes@smu.edu.
