Thinking Grad School? Think SMU.
Envisioning a brighter future? Think grad school at SMU, where you join a lifelong family network and see immediate returns on your educational investment. Take your new big step at SMU.
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Best National Universities
U.S. News & World Report (2026)
Top 50
Private education graduate schools nationwide
Top 1%
SMU ranks No. 34 worldwide for alumni employment
Center for World University Rankings (2025)
Admissions
Deadlines and details
Key dates and admissions information to help plan your application with confidence.
International students
All the essential admission requirements international students need to know.
Application questions
Find answers to Simmons School of Education and Human Development application questions.
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Requirements
Tuition and financial aid
Tuition and costs
Explore the cost breakdown of tuition for graduate programs.
Financial aid
Find information on scholarships and financial support available at SMU.
Outside the classroom
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Internships
Get practical experience to develop industry skills and build a professional network.
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Programs and centers
Partner with institutions open to collaboration and focused on education and human development.
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Clubs and organizations
Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world issues while making a positive impact.
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Community engagement
Discover unique opportunities that cultivate connection.