Opportunity and affordability at SMU
You’ve come to right place to explore exceptional graduate programs led by exceptional faculty and designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and networks to excel in your field. At SMU, we also make it financially more feasible to pursue your educational and career goals. We award financial aid and a variety of departmental scholarships to propel your career, and life, forward.
50%
of new master’s students received scholarships in 2023.
$9 million+
On average, more than $9 million in scholarships awarded to master’s degree students in the last two years.
7 out of 10
master’s degree students had jobs within six months of graduation (on average from 2018–2022).
An engine of talent and growth
Texas’ sunny $2.4 trillion economy is the eighth-largest worldwide, ahead of New York, according to the Texas Economic Development Corporation. As a dynamic entrepreneurial hub and one of the top three states in the U.S. for the most Fortune 500 companies, Texas is home to a variety of industries, from health care and energy to finance and technology, driving economic growth and employment opportunities. One of only four states in the U.S. with more than a million college students, Texas is the second-most diverse state in the U.S. In addition, a relatively lower cost of living (compared to its counterparts on the East and West coasts), the friendliness that characterizes the Lone Star State and the thriving food and entertainment scene make Texas the perfect place to pursue your educational and career goals.
Top 18%
“Best Education Schools”
Simmons School of Education and Human Development
(U.S. News & World Report 2024)
Top 22%
“Best Business Schools”
Cox School of Business
(U.S. News & World Report 2024)
Top 23%
“Best Law Schools”
Dedman School of Law
(U.S. News & World Report 2024)
125+
Graduate degrees
Build deep professional expertise and gain the credentials, skills and tools to transfer into new career pathways.
Financial aid and scholarships
Discover the financial resources available to help you earn your graduate degree.
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Graduate school resources
Learn how to enhance your graduate school experience and reach your full potential. We’re here to empower you with the resources you need to excel in your studies and make a lasting impact in your chosen field.
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