Opportunity and affordability at SMU
You’ve come to right place to explore exceptional graduate programs led by exceptional faculty and designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and networks to excel in your field. At SMU, we also make it financially more feasible to pursue your educational and career goals. We award financial aid and a variety of departmental scholarships to propel your career, and life, forward.
51%
of new master’s students received scholarships in 2025.
$37 million+
in scholarships awarded to master’s degree students over the last two years.
9 out of 10
master’s degree students had jobs or were continuing their education within six months of graduation (2023-24).
Lyle’s featured programs
Manufacturing Management
Equips professionals for leadership roles in industrial operations and smart manufacturing.
Engineering Management
This business-engineering hybrid degree is designed for engineers advancing into management.
Learn moreDatacenter Systems Engineering
Cross-disciplinary program serving IT infrastructure, systems, and energy needs aligning with global demand for datacenters.
Learn moreNetwork Engineering
Balances network architecture with strategic operational insight critical for cloud infrastructure and telecom sectors.
Learn moreSystems Engineering
A high-demand specialty for aerospace and defense which calls for designing, integrating, and managing complex systems.
Learn moreComputer Science AI
Students learn to implement effective AI and machine learning solutions and develop tools to mitigate challenges with AI.
Learn moreAn engine of talent and growth
Texas’ sunny $2.7 trillion economy is the eighth-largest worldwide, ahead of New York, according to the Texas Economic Development Corporation. As a dynamic entrepreneurial hub and one of the top three states in the U.S. for the most Fortune 500 companies, Texas is home to a variety of industries, from health care and energy to finance and technology, driving economic growth and employment opportunities. One of only four states in the U.S. with more than a million college students, Texas is the second-most diverse state in the U.S. In addition, a relatively lower cost of living (compared to its counterparts on the East and West coasts), the friendliness that characterizes the Lone Star State and the thriving food and entertainment scene make Texas the perfect place to pursue your educational and career goals.
Top 10%
“Best Education Schools”
Simmons School of Education and Human Development
(U.S. News & World Report 2024)
Top 10%
“Best Business Schools”
Cox School of Business
(U.S. News & World Report 2024)
Top 22%
“Best Law Schools”
Dedman School of Law
(U.S. News & World Report 2024)
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Graduate degrees
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Financial aid and scholarships
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Graduate school resources
Learn how to enhance your graduate school experience and reach your full potential. We’re here to empower you with the resources you need to excel in your studies and make a lasting impact in your chosen field.