Acceptance Rate History
Southern Methodist University Acceptance Rate (2013–2024)
TX · Current rate: 63.4%
What is Southern Methodist University's acceptance rate in 2024?
Southern Methodist University's acceptance rate in 2024 is 63.4%, up from 61.2% in 2023.
College Scorecard, 2024
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 63.4% | N/A | N/A |
| 2023 | 61.2% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 52.3% | 16,150 | 8,439 |
| 2021 | 53.1% | 15,685 | 8,333 |
| 2020 | 52.7% | 14,010 | 7,379 |
| 2019 | 47.3% | 13,959 | 6,601 |
| 2018 | 51.2% | 12,603 | 6,457 |
| 2017 | 48.8% | 13,128 | 6,402 |
| 2016 | 48.9% | 13,250 | 6,482 |
| 2015 | 49.0% | 12,992 | 6,360 |
| 2014 | 52.4% | 11,817 | 6,192 |
| 2013 | 50.7% | 12,080 | 6,125 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Admitted Student Profile
SAT Range · Middle 50% (25th–75th)
1340–1490
Admitted students at Southern Methodist University scored between 1340 and 1490 on the SAT (middle 50%).
Source: College Scorecard · U.S. Dept of Education
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Middle 50% of admitted students scored 1340–1490.
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Trend Analysis
Southern Methodist University's acceptance rate has increased from 50.7% in 2013 to 63.4% in 2024. The most notable shift occurred in 2023.
Analysis compiled from official data trends.
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