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ACCEPTANCE RATE

47.29%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

77%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

62

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$31,071

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Systems Engineering Degree

The system engineering program at Southern Methodist University prepares students for careers in aerospace, energy, environment, natural resources, and bioscience and health. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of total systems solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems. Program courses include: integration of human, physical, energy, communications, management, and information requirements, as well as the application of requisite analytical methods to specific situations, logistics, risk management, and operations management. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer systems engineering degrees.

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Southern Methodist University

2400 Daffodil Ave., McAllen, TX

SMU, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Dallas, TX, the campus offers a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at Southern Methodist University exceeds eleven thousand yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to Southern Methodist University. Scores between 27 to 31 on the ACT or 1180 to 1370 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for getting accepted. 55% of students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 24 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at smu.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $43,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $9,200 annually. Students enrolled at Southern Methodist University may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The SMU Mustangs participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Sports available may include the following:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Football (NCAA Division I-A)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-A)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.smu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Systems Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southern Methodist University has offered the following programs for students:

  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Master's Degree42
Doctorate Degree0

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male35
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian5
Black3
Hispanic5
White20
Multiple Races2
Non Resident Alien7

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Systems Engineering program at Southern Methodist University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Energy Engineers

Description

Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, energy engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.0% from 2014 to 2024

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Southern Methodist University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Southern Methodist University may offer services including:

  • Online classes
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Southern Methodist University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (372)
  • Track and Field (372)
  • Football (372)
  • Golf
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Equestrian