FAQs | Tuition, Fees, and Deadlines
Does ҽhave a tuition payment plan?
ҽoffers payment plans for the fall, spring, and summer terms. Please refer to Payment Plan Options on the Student Financial Services’ website for detailed information.
What methods of payment are accepted?
Starting summer 2025 ҽis moving to no cash payments for account charges. You may pay your charges with electronic check (E-check), credit card, personal paper check, cashier's check, money order, traveler's check, or wire funds. ҽprovides a secure payment website for online transactions.
What credit cards are accepted?
ҽaccepts VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Credit card payments are processed through Flywire with a service-charge fee assessed for each transaction. The service-charge fee is 2.75% on the amount paid for US based debit/credit cards and 3.95% for international card transactions on the amount paid. The 3.95% service fee for non-US cards is subject to change, should this occur a notice will be provided 30-days in advance.
When are payments due?
Payment for tuition, general student fees, on-campus room and board, and any optional fees are due prior to start date of each term. These dates are available on the ҽStudent Financial Services website. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Division of Enrollment Services Mane Desk at manedesk@smu.edu or 214-768-5555
What are the costs for tuition, general student fees, on-campus housing, meal plans, and optional fees?
A detailed listing for the Cost of Attendance is posted at smu.edu/EnrollmentServices/FinancialAid/Costs