International Transfer Student

International students find ÃÛÌÒ½´offers an outstanding faculty and challenging academic programs which help prepare them for life and leadership in a global society.

You can expect small classes, personal attention, and a wide variety of support resources, many tailored especially for international students. SMU’s International Center provides international students a wide range of services, all designed to help you make a seamless transition to your new University home.

International transfer students apply to ÃÛÌÒ½´using the same application as domestic transfer students. The transfer application and other information about transferring are available from the ÃÛÌÒ½´Admissions Office. Be sure to review our International Transfer Student Application Checklist!

In addition, international transfer students who have completed coursework at foreign institutions must provide a professional evaluation of their transcripts to the Admissions Office. Please refer to our Instructions for Submitting Foreign Post-Secondary Transcripts for further information.

A new I-20 document is also required prior to your start of classes. Once you pay your deposit to SMU, the International Center will provide you with information about receiving your ÃÛÌÒ½´I-20. The International Student and Scholars Office is also available to answer all of your questions about studying in the United States.