Learn more about Ph.D. programs at SMU! The Office of Research and Graduate Studies will be offering two virtual information sessions this fall to help guide you through the application process and answer any questions you may have about the many graduate programs offered at Southern Methodist University. Learn more and register by selecting one of the following sessions:

International Applicants General Information

Each session will include a brief overview followed by a Q&A via chat so you can ask the questions that will help you determine if SMU is the right fit for you.

For more information about all of our graduate programs, please visit the Graduate Studies homepage. For admissions information, including requirements and deadlines, please visit our Guide to Graduate Admissions. If you would like to get in touch with us, please email us directly at smugrad@smu.edu.

International Applicant Information Session

In this session we will address topics particularity relevant to international applicants. You can expect to learn about:

General application requirements
Tips on how to best prepare your application
Additional Admissions Requirements for International Applicants
Graduate Student Support
Living in Dallas
And more!

RSVP by filling out the below form:

General Information Session

In this session you can expect to learn about:

General application requirements
Tips on how to best prepare your application
Graduate student support
Benefits of living in Dallas
And more!

RSVP by filling out the below form:

Download one of our informational resources to help with your Ph.D. program search!

The International Applicant’s Guide to a Ph.D.

Learn about choosing and applying to a Ph.D. program, financing your degree, navigating housing and living in the U.S., and finding resources at SMU that can help you to do all these things successfully.