Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
61.22%
SAT Average
1,424
ACT Range
30-34
Southern Methodist University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 61.22%. This means approximately 612 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,106 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
61.22%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $64,460 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,460 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $82,532 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $41,778 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 11.86% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 21.74% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Southern Methodist University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,460
Room and board
$18,230
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$2,600
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,532
Average net price
$41,778
Average aid coverage
49%
$40,754 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Southern Methodist University pays approximately $41,778 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Texas average of $17,343 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Southern Methodist University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Southern Methodist University net price
$41,778
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Southern Methodist University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,460 and average net price at $41,778. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,460
Current net price
$41,778
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
83.25%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$78,354
Undergraduates
7,106
10-Year Median Earnings - Southern Methodist University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Southern Methodist University graduates earn about 1.8x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Southern Methodist University?
Undergraduates
7,106
Completion rate
83.25%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
11.86%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
21.74%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 11.86% of Southern Methodist University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 21.74% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Southern Methodist University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Southern Methodist University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Southern Methodist University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Southern Methodist University is listed at 6425 Boaz St, Dallas, TX 75275-0221. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Southern Methodist University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | 61.22% | $64,460 | $41,778 | $78,354 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Dallas schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Dallas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Methodist University's acceptance rate?
Southern Methodist University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 61.22%.
How much is Southern Methodist University tuition?
Southern Methodist University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,460.
What is Southern Methodist University's average net price?
Southern Methodist University's average net price in the local dataset is $41,778.
What does Southern Methodist University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $30,165 for Southern Methodist University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Southern Methodist University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $78,354 for Southern Methodist University.
Is Southern Methodist University accredited?
Southern Methodist University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Southern Methodist University?
The local dataset lists 7,106 undergraduate students at Southern Methodist University.
What percentage of Southern Methodist University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Southern Methodist University in the local dataset is 11.86%.
What is the federal loan rate at Southern Methodist University?
The federal loan rate for Southern Methodist University in the local dataset is 21.74%.
Where should I verify Southern Methodist University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Southern Methodist University or the latest official federal education data.