Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University requires a minimum of 122 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Southern Methodist University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Southern Methodist University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 82% of students who start college at Southern Methodist University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Southern Methodist University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Southern Methodist University?

Southern Methodist University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Southern Methodist University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Southern Methodist University

When choosing a major, Southern Methodist University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Southern Methodist University.Southern Methodist University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Southern Methodist University false.Southern Methodist University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Methodist University

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Does Southern Methodist University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Southern Methodist University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Southern Methodist University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Southern Methodist University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Southern Methodist University Give AP Credit?

✅ Southern Methodist University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Southern Methodist University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Southern Methodist University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Southern Methodist University.

Does Southern Methodist University Require Internships?

❌ Southern Methodist University does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Southern Methodist University does not require internships for students of any major, internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't.

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Additional Information About Southern Methodist University

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Southern Methodist University Library

The main library on campus is the Fondren Library and there are 7 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Southern Methodist University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Southern Methodist University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Southern Methodist University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Southern Methodist University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Southern Methodist University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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