What does SMU stand for?

SMU stands for Southern Methodist University, a law school located in Dallas, Texas.

What LSAT score do I need for SMU Dedman School of Law?

LSAT requirements for SMU Dedman School of Law vary by cycle. Visit our school page for the latest admissions data.

What GPA do I need for SMU Dedman School of Law?

GPA requirements for SMU Dedman School of Law vary by cycle. Visit our school page for the latest admissions data.

What is SMU Dedman School of Law's acceptance rate?

Acceptance rate data for SMU Dedman School of Law varies by cycle. Visit our school page for current statistics.

Southern Methodist University (SMU) Acceptance Rate, LSAT & GPA

SMU Dedman School of Law Admissions Overview

Key admissions statistics from the 2024 ABA 509 report.

Acceptance Rate

30.39%

Applications

2540

Class Size

227

Median LSAT

165

25th–75th: 161–166

Median GPA

3.86

25th–75th: 3.60–3.93

SMU Dedman School of Law Employment Outcomes

Employment and bar passage data from ABA 509 disclosures.

JD Employment Rate

97.6%

Bar Pass Rate

84.93%

SMU Dedman School of Law Financial Overview

Scholarship & Grant Aid

Students Receiving Grants

96%

85th percentile

Median Grant

$25,000

Grant Range (25th–75th)

$20,000 – $32,000

Grant Distribution

70%

21%

< Half Tuition: 70.0%

Half to Full: 21.0%

> Full Tuition: 5.0%

Conditional Scholarships

Conditional scholarships require maintaining a minimum GPA or class rank. Research the specific conditions before accepting.

Admissions Contact

https://www.smu.edu/Law/Admissions lawadmit@smu.edu 214-768-2550

Also known as

SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY SMU

Wisdom from SMU Dedman School of Law Admits

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VenetianTrader

4.0 / 169 • University of Texas at Austin • 3 weeks ago

This cycle’s been a helluva ride, but I’m very happy with how it turned out. Here’s all of the...

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PrecedentSetter

3.88 / 170 • University of Georgia • 2 months ago

Get your apps in early or be prepared to wait

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moonboyyyy

3.98 / 167 • University of Notre Dame • 9 months ago

I would have gotten in every where if I had done the optional essays and apply earlier. That’s...

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ThirdDustyShark

2.58 / 177 • Southern Methodist University • 9 months ago

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PsychaCola

3.7 / 167 • University of Illinois—Urbana Champaign • 9 months ago

LSAT: took multiple times, 167 highest. GPA: 3.7ish in a STEM field, then flunked out of...

SMU Dedman School of Law (SMU)

SMU Dedman School of Law Admissions Overview

SMU Dedman School of Law Employment Outcomes

Scholarship & Grant Aid

Students Receiving Grants

Median Grant

Grant Range (25th–75th)

Grant Distribution

Conditional Scholarships

Admissions Contact

Wisdom from SMU Dedman School of Law Admits