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SMU engages your interests in limitless ways. While getting an excellent education, you’ll shape your future in a welcoming community that values who you are and what you bring.

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Where ideas thrive

Our tightly knit community will challenge you to think big and support you as you grow in ways beyond your imagination. We care about you and what’s important to you.

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Discover your journey

Located in Dallas, an economic and cultural powerhouse, the SMU campus reflects our commitment to you and your learning environment with our signature Collegiate Georgian architecture, the latest in environmental design, tree-lined pathways adorned by bright flowers, open green spaces and outdoor art. Take a look around. You’re in for pleasant surprises around every turn!

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Mustang proud

Myles Boateng ’22

‘Atmosphere mattered’

As an undergraduate, Myles Boateng ’22 found his greatest friends in the Mustang Band and in his Residential Commons. “SMU had the vibe I wanted,” notes the recent graduate, who is back on the Hilltop for his master’s degree in counseling. 

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Hannah Clark ’23

Making use of opportunities

Hannah Clark ’23 started her undergraduate pursuits at community college, which proved to be a smart move since it gave her time to discover personal strengths and exactly what she wanted from a university experience when she transferred to SMU.

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Ana Rodriguez ’03

Building bridges

Ana Rodriguez ’03 found power in feeling like an outsider and now leads an SMU Cox School of Business program that helps students and executive-level employees from underrepresented backgrounds transform their lives and careers.

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Application opens August 1

Apply today for priority consideration for scholarships and financial aid.

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Dallas experience

Your college education deserves the best of an incredible university-city combination like SMU and Dallas. Our bold, curious and creative nature springs from the city’s optimistic, can-do spirit.

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SMU experience

What excites you? SMU is where your dreams become goals. Whether you have a deep desire to make an impact in your community or feel driven to build a great career studying and pursuing what you love, we’ll help you channel your energy and unique qualities into the things that matter to you.

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