Southern Methodist University Top Questions

so far, i have loved all of my professors here at SMU. they all know your name, even in classes of 100, and want to see you do well in their classes. My favorite class so far has been my Religion and the Holocaust class. the professor is really laid back and the discussion topics are interesting. in almost all classes at SMU, student participation is a must (most professors include it in their grading break down). students are definitely competitive in class, but it is'nt overwhelming. the most unique classes i've taken so far have been my Honors English classes. the discussions are always interesting and thought provoking, plus i had a fabulous professor. the academic requirements are somewhat annoying, as they can become complicated and difficult to fit into your schedule, but what general requirements aren't that way.

Class participation is common in classes for majors. General education classes tend to have plenty of students who do not want to be there. Students are competitive but many also boast about how little they work. It always depends on what classes/majors people are in. Some of my classes I learned absolutely nothing while in others I learned so much. I think it depends on the teacher and the school you are in (meadows, cox, dedman, etc) I think that all of the general education classes could be tougher.

Academics are good. Resources past graduation will be great! Just like any University you need to research the professors before you sign up for their classes. Some teachers don't care, don't teach and just want you through their class so they can get a paycheck. On the other hand, some teachers are fair, difficult, challenging and personable. Just remember they all have lives outside of the classroom as well and they know what it was like to be in your shoes!

class sizes are actually really great because your intro classes are probably anywhere between 75-150 people so they're bigger than other classes but you're not sitting in a class of 500 people getting completely lost. most teachers are extremely willing to help you if you do your work, but there are high standards of expectations in that they want you to take responsibility for yourself. i am a finance major and the connections that you can make at SMU through faculty or alumni open up a world of opportunity after college. i truly think one of the greatest attributes academically of SMU is its ability to create connections, especially in texas.

Like every school, SMU has large lecture classes but I have never had a class of more than 100. It takes effort on the student's part, but professors are very willing to discuss any questions or concerns. There are definitely "easy" classes, but if a student wants to be challenged they won't choose to go that route. Getting into the advertising school has been my biggest academic challenge thus far at SMU and the competitveness makes me feel great knowing I was chosen.

The Academics are not way to hard to where you have no time for anything but studying, but they do require that you put effort into your classes in order to excel. If you ever need help, you can go visit your teachers. It is very easy to get to know your teachers. There is always help if you need it. We have a free tutoring program that is there to help you in any class.

My advise is to find the classes that challenge you and make you excited about learning. I love my major because it's something I'm passionate about and I have the support of amazing professors to guide me through my college career. The CCPA department has been wonderful in giving me guidance and direction and inspiring me to realize my potential. The opportunities within the department are endless and as a rising senior I feel prepared and excited about my future working career.

Because most classes are small, there is enough time for your professors to get to know your name. This is always helpful to the student because if you're struggling in a class, the professor may be able to personally help you in giving suggestions on how to improve.

Professors at SMU are wonderful and not only know your name, but as far as I've seen want to know about you and are very fair. Academics have been, in my opinion, the best part of SMU. The professors are all very welcoming and encourage students to come in outside of class. SMU definitely sets it's students up to succeed in the future. It helps it's students get jobs in Dallas, and academically students wind up going to graduate schools all over the nation. The business school is also very renowned.

Academics don't get enough credit at SMU! SMU is really academically rigorous--especially if you push yourself! Class participation is sooo common! I personally hate the General Education Curriculum requirements, but what can we do? The first year or so, you're learning just to learn, then as you specialize, learning starts to actually pertain to what you want to do with your life.