What students say about SMU?
Most students at SMU “tend to be a bit preppy,” “polite,” and tend to come from “influential backgrounds.” Many “work a lot for pay or do internships,” take a lot of class hours, “are involved…and have fun a lot.” “They are very busy people, and they prefer it that way,” says one student.
Is SMU academically hard?
It helps it’s students get jobs in Dallas, and academically students wind up going to graduate schools all over the nation. The business school is also very renowned. Academics don’t get enough credit at SMU! SMU is really academically rigorous–especially if you push yourself!
What is the average GPA to get into SMU?
With a GPA of 3.64, SMU requires you to be above average in your high school class. You’ll need a mix of A’s and B’s, with a leaning toward A’s. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.
Is SMU very conservative?
Niche rates Southern Methodist University as having the 18th most conservative students among the surveyed schools. SMU has an undergraduate student body of 6,411, and maintains an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio.
Is SMU the Harvard of the South?
Universities: Southern Methodist University (“The Harvard of the South”) Dallas, TX. Universities: Southern Methodist University (“The Harvard of the South”) Dallas, TX.
What is it like to study at Southern Methodist University?
At that point, my professors were very understanding of the uncertain times and handled everything well. Southern Methodist University has incredible teachers that are dedicated to empowering students. One downside is the student life there is intimidatingly wealthy and beautiful.
What is it like to attend SMU?
SMU has been incredible. After a lot of thought and a campus visit, I chose SMU and love it. Despite the “stereotypes” (all colleges have them) I went in with an open mind-and had also heard differing opinions from the steroptypical one from others who are there or have attended.
Do you take classes online or in person at SMU?
Mostly in person, One class this semester online. SMU tried the flex system which had flaws in the fine print so that teachers were allowed to deduct grade points for students not in class. Either way, most teachers were relaxed to do class on zoom. I personally enjoy in person class and go as much as possible.
Why do people not succeed at SMU?
With a lack of resources available, you might find yourself in a position to not succeed. I was convinced to choose the two hardest majors I could and did really well in them yet still have no knowledge of what I need to know for the future. SMU thrives on dumb people telling smart people what to do to boost their numbers in certain ways.
