Worldwide event highlights SMU’s international reach and Dallas’ role as a global hub.
May 18, 2026
SMU and Dallas – where you can go all in on you
Unleash your potential in a vibrant community that uniquely positions you for limitless opportunities. The optimistic outlook of Dallas is at the heart ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, and our enterprising spirit has helped shape Dallas into a global gateway for people of all backgrounds who want to change the world.
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Top 20%
SMU ranked among the "Best National Universities" by U.S. ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ & World Report (2026).
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3 out of 4
Three out of every four undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or financial aid. With plenty of financial aid options available, 73% of students graduate without any student debt at all.
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No. 4
Dallas-Fort Worth is the fourth largest metro area in the United States. SMU integrates internships and experiential learning opportunities outside of the classroom so you build experience before applying for a job.
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Granted clemency after two life sentences, Chris Young never gave up hope.
May 08, 2026
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New initiative creates a front door for Dallas organizations to access and engage with the University.
April 22, 2026
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After two years as classmates, the pair will share a once-in-a-lifetime graduation moment.
May 05, 2026
February 22–June 21, 2026
Born into one of the most important artistic dynasties in Spain, Raimundo de Madrazo (Rome, 1841–Versailles, 1920) was a renowned genre painter and portraitist. This exhibition—the first retrospective dedicated to the artist—explores Madrazo’s international career as he became one of the most successful painters in Belle Époque Paris.