Southern Methodist University Scholarships


Community College Honors Scholarships
Scholarship for transfer students from any community college enrolling at Southern Methodist University, enrolling in Honors courses. Applicants must have at least 50 transferable credit hours with a 3.50 transferable GPA. Award amount is half-tuition up to five semesters. Due date for fall entry-April 1; spring-November 1. Number of awards varies. Renewable; maintain full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA. more...

Community College Scholarships
Scholarship for transfer students from any community college enrolling at Southern Methodist University. Applicant must have at least 50 transferable credit hours with a 3.50 transferable GPA. Award amount is $1,500 per semester up to five semesters. Due date for fall entry-April 1st; spring-November 1. Number of awards varies. Renewable; maintain full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA. more...

Dallas-Area Community College Scholarships
Scholarship for Transfer students from Dallas, Tarrant, or Collin County community college districts enrolling at Southern Methodist University. Applicant must have at least 50 transferable credit hours with a 3.0 transferable GPA. Interview required. Submit an essay and 2-3 letters or recommendation with application packet. Award amount is full-tuition up to five semesters; renewable with full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA. more...

Deans Scholars Award
Scholarship for entering freshmen accepted at Southern Methodist University who are finalists in SMUs Presidents Scholar Award. Awards based on minimum 17 high school credits, recentered SAT score of 1350, class rank (top 10%), demonstrated involvement, leadership abilities and interview. Completed admissions application is reviewed automatically for scholarship eligibility. Award amount is for half tuition; renewable up to four years with a 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment. Due date and number of awards varies. more...

Dedman College Of Humanities & Sciences
Scholarship for undergraduates enrolled at Southern Methodist University in the Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences pursuing a degree in the Humanities, Natural Sciences or Social Sciences. Numerous awards are offered with varying criteria. Submit a SMU Application for Scholarships with application packet to be considered. Award amount and number of awards varies. Renewable; maintain full-time enrollment in a Dedman College major and 3.0 GPA. more...

Edwin L. Cox School Of Business
Scholarship for juniors or seniors at Southern Methodist University enrolled in the Edwin L. Cox School of Business majoring in Business. Various awards based on academic excellence, outstanding leadership, and community service; some may have very specific donor stipulations. Applicant must file financial aid application in the spring semester for most awards. Award amount and number of awards varies. more...

Honors Scholarship Program
Scholarship for undergraduates currently attending Southern Methodist University, enrolling in Honors courses. Selection based on SAT score of 1250-1340, leadership abilities and range of personal accomplishments. Due date and award amount varies. Renewable; maintain full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA. more...

Honors Transfer Scholarships
Scholarship for transfer students from any two or four-year institution enrolling at Southern Methodist University. Applicants must have at least 50 transferable credit hours with a 3.70 transferable GPA. Award amount is for half tuition up to five semesters. Due date for fall entry-April 1; spring-November 1. Number of awards varies. Renewable; maintain full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA. more...

Lindsay Embrey Academic Excellence Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduates enrolling or attending Southern Methodist University, majoring in Engineering. Selection based on minimum SAT score of 1350, leadership abilities and range of personal accomplishments. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. Renewable; must maintain full-time enrollment and 3.0 GPA. more...

Lon Morris College Transfer Scholarship
Scholarship for transfer students from Lon Morris College enrolling at Southern Methodist University. Applicant must have at least 50 transferable credit hours. Award amount not to exceed $1,000 per semester up to five semesters. Due date for fall entry-April 1; spring-November 1. Number of awards varies. Renewable with full-time enrollment and undergraduate status. more...

Meadows School Of The Arts
Scholarship for undergraduates enrolled at Southern Methodist University in the Meadows School of the Arts pursuing a degree in the Arts (Dance, Music, Theater, Visual/Fine Arts, or Communications). Numerous awards are offered with varying criteria. Applicant must file a FAFSA by February 1st to be considered. Number of awards and award amount varies. Renewable if academic and artistic standards are maintained. more...

Methodist Junior College Transfer Scholarships
Scholarship for transfer students who are active members of the United Methodist Church (for at least one year) enrolling at Southern Methodist University. Applicant must have at least 50 transferable semester hours. Award is up to $1,000 per semester up to five semesters. Due date for fall entry-April 1; spring-November 1. Number of awards may vary. Renewable; maintain full-time enrollment and satisfactory progress. more...

Ministers Family Tuition Awards
Employee-Related awards for dependent children or spouses of ordained ministers (active, retired or deceased) of the United Methodist Church attending Southern Methodist University. In addition to admissions application, FAFSA and separate application must be filed for consideration. Award amount is for up to eight semesters of full-time study; renewable with 2.0 GPA. Number of awards may vary. more...

Mustang Awards
Scholarship for undergraduates attending Southern Methodist University. Awards based on solid academic achievement and well-rounded extracurricular profile. Completed admissions application is reviewed automatically for scholarship eligibility. Number of awards varies. Renewable; if full-time enrollment and satisfactory progress are maintained. more...

Mustang Band
Scholarship for undergraduates enrolling or attending Southern Methodist University interested in participating in the Mustang Band. Selection based on playing ability, need, desire to participate and instrument requisites. Award amounts and number of awards varies. Contact the Director of SMU Mustang Band for more information and/or application. more...

Nancy Ann & Ray L. Hunt Leadership Scholars Program
Scholarship for entering Freshmen accepted at Southern Methodist University. Awards based on minimum 16 high school credits, recentered SAT score of 1200 or ACT score of 28, class rank (top 25%), demonstrated extraordinary leadership, essay, letter of recommendation addressing leadership abilities, and an interview. Completed admissions application is reviewed automatically for scholarship eligibility. Award amount is for full tuition and fees, less the amount of tuition/fees at the leading public university in the students state of residency. Award also includes tuition and transportation for a semester or full year abroad in one of SMUs International Programs. Renewable. more...

Nancy Ann And Ray L. Hunt Leadership Scholars Program
The Nancy Ann and Ray L. Hunt Leadership Scholars Program is open to entering freshmen at Southern Methodist University. You must have a minimum SAT score of 1230 or an ACT score of 28, rank in the top 25 percent of your graduating class, and demonstrate extraordinary leadership to be considered for this award. more...

Perkins School Of Theology Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduates enrolled at Southern Methodist University in the Perkins School of Theology, majoring in Religious Studies. Numerous awards are offered with varying criteria. Submit a SMU Application for Scholarships with application packet to be considered. Due date, award amount and number of awards varies. more...

Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarships
Scholarship for members of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society who are transfer students enrolling at Southern Methodist University. Applicant must have at least 50 transferable credit hours with a minimum 3.5 CGPA. Award amount is $2,000 per year to be used as a supplemental award to the Honor Transfer award or to be used as the Community College Scholarship ($3000). Submit a PTK application and two letter of recommendations with application packet. Due date for fall entry-April 1st; spring-November 1st. Renewable up to five terms if full-time enrollment and a 3.0 GPA are maintained. more...

President's Scholar Award - Southern Methodist U.
The President's Scholar Award is open to entering freshmen at Southern Methodist University. You must have a minimum SAT score of 700 verbal, 650 math and 1350 composite (or the ACT equivalent) to be considered for this award. You must also rank in the top 10 percent of your graduating class, have a minimum 3.3 GPA, and demonstrate both involvement and leadership. This full-tuition award is renewable provided you maintain a minimum 3.3 GPA. more...

Presidents Scholars Award
Scholarship for entering freshmen accepted at Southern Methodist University. Awards based on minimum 17 high school credits, recentered SAT score of 1350, class rank (top 10%), demonstrated involvement, leadership abilities and interview. Completed admissions application is reviewed automatically for scholarship eligibility. Award amount is for full tuition; renewable up to four years with a 3.3 GPA and full-time enrollment. Award also includes tuition and transportation for a semester or full year abroad in one of SMUs International Programs. Due date and number of awards varies. more...

School Of Engineering & Applied Science (Seas)
Scholarship for undergraduates enrolled at Southern Methodist University in the School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) majoring in Engineering or Applied Science. Due date, award amounts and number of awards varies. more...

Smu Mothers Club & Smu Dads Club Awards
Scholarship for undergraduates attending Southern Methodist University. Awards based on high academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. Applicant must have filed a financial aid application. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...

Smu Scholars Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming freshmen accepted to Southern Methodist University. Awards based on strong academic background and well-rounded extracurricular profile. Completed admissions application is reviewed automatically for scholarship eligibility. Award amount is $5,000 per year up to a maximum of $20,000 for four years; renewable with a 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment. Number of awards may vary. more...

Smu Womens Club & Staff Association Awards
Scholarship for continuing Southern Methodist University undergraduates. Awards based on high academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. Applicant must have filed a financial aid application. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...

United Methodist Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduates who are active members of the United Methodist Church (for at least one year) attending Southern Methodist University. Award based on demonstrated financial need and high academic achievement. Applicant must file a FAFSA. Due date, award amount and number of awards may vary. more...

University Scholars
Scholarship for incoming freshmen accepted to Southern Methodist University. Awards based on strong academic background and well-rounded extracurricular profile. Completed admissions application is reviewed automatically for scholarship eligibility. Award amount is $3,000 per year up to a maximum of $12,000 for four years; renewable with a 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...