What division is SMU?

SMU competes at the NCAA Division I FBS level in the ACC.

What GPA do you need for SMU?

The average GPA at SMU is 3.7. This is a highly selective academic program.

SMU has an enrollment of approximately 7,106 students in a suburban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at SMU?

SMU has an acceptance rate of 63%.

How do I get recruited to play at SMU?

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SMU

Dallas, TXFBSACC

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NCAA Division I FBS

Division

7,106

Enrollment

3.7

Avg GPA

63%

Acceptance

83%

Graduation

91%

Retention

SMU is a NCAA Division I FBS program competing in the ACC. Located in Dallas, TX with an enrollment of 7,106 students. Average GPA: 3.7. Acceptance rate: 63%. Graduation rate: 83%. Suburban campus setting. Warm climate. Explore football, basketball, and track & field recruiting data, coaching staff, and Fit Score matching on RawRecruit.

Last updated: April 2026

Academics

Avg GPA

3.7

Graduation

83%

Acceptance

63%

Student:Faculty

11:1

Avg SAT

1,424

Retention

91%

Campus & Location

Setting

Suburban

Climate

Warm

Median Earnings

$65,556

Coaching Staff83 coaches across all sports

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About SMU Athletics

SMU is a NCAA Division I FBS athletic program located in Dallas, TX, competing in the ACC. With an enrollment of 7,106 students, SMU offers a mid-size campus environment for student-athletes. Whether you're a football player, basketball player, or track & field athlete, SMU has programs and coaching staff across multiple sports.

The average GPA for athletes at SMU is 3.7. The school maintains a 83% graduation rate.

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