Applying to SMU is very simple. Southern Methodist University operates on the system of rolling admission for international candidates and U.S. passport holders studying in secondary schools abroad. Each application will be looked at holistically for its competitiveness for admission and scholarships. Although there is no application deadline, candidates interested in merit-based financial assistance should submit a completed application as soon as possible.

Types of Applications

• National Common Application
• National Common Application PDF

Application Checklist

1. A completed Undergraduate Application for Admission
2. A U.S. $60 nonrefundable application fee (Bank drafts not accepted)
3. Official transcripts from all secondary schools attended
4. Proof of English proficiency
5. SAT/ACT scores (for merit scholarship consideration)
6. Personal Essay
7. Personal Resume
8. College Counselor/Advisor Recommendation
9. Teacher Recommendation
10. A photo copy of the first two pages of your passport

If your first language is not English, and if your entire secondary education has not been in an English-medium school, you must submit a TOEFL (550 paper test or 80 internet based) or IELTS (6.5 Academic) score.

Mail the completed application including all required documents, along with the $60 application fee to:

The International Center
Southern Methodist University
6185 Airline Drive, Suite 216
Dallas, TX 75205, USA

Phone: 1-214-768-4475