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Applying to Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX : Info & How-To

Thinking about applying to Southern Methodist University? This college located in Dallas, TX, USA is considered to be of average selectivity as compared to other colleges nationwide.

Basic Info on Applications and Admissions

SAT/ACT Scores as an Admission Factor?	Required
Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Application Undergraduate Fee	$60
Admissions Website	https://www.smu.edu/admission
Online Appliation Website	https://www.smu.edu/Admission/Apply

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Open Admissions	No
Selectivity of College	Average Selectivity
Applications Accepted	53%

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Is It Hard to Get Into SMU?

Acceptance Rate

Southern Methodist University has an acceptance rate of 53%, which means the school is serious about who it admits. Take your time in putting together a strong application that highlights why you are a good fit for SMU.

Average Test Scores

About 40% of students accepted to SMU submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 630 and 710. Math scores were between 620 and 740.

SMU received ACT scores from 55% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 29 and 33.

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• Image Credit: By Jeffrey Beall under License

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