12 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The Performance programme at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive full-time undergraduate degree designed for aspiring musicians. This B.M. course focuses on developing professional artistry and creative skills, preparing students for competitive careers or advanced studies within the global cultural sector.

The Dance Performance programme at Southern Methodist University offers elite professional training within a liberal arts framework. This full-time undergraduate degree focuses on technical mastery in ballet, modern, and jazz. Students develop as versatile artists through rigorous studio work and diverse performance opportunities.

The Film and Media Arts programme at Southern Methodist University offers a comprehensive B.A. degree designed for aspiring creators. This full-time course provides a deep dive into production and theory over four years. Students engage with diverse media landscapes, preparing for professional success in the global creative industry.

The Composition programme at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive undergraduate degree designed for aspiring composers. This full-time course at the Meadows School of the Arts focuses on creative development, requiring a portfolio and audition for entry. Students benefit from a vibrant artistic community in Dallas.

The Art programme at Southern Methodist University offers a comprehensive B.A. degree designed for creative thinkers. This full-time undergraduate course provides a flexible academic path within the Meadows School of the Arts, allowing students to integrate visual arts with a broad liberal arts education over four years.

The Theatre - Theatre Studies programme at Southern Methodist University offers a comprehensive B.F.A. degree. This full-time undergraduate course allows students to specialise in directing, playwriting, and stage management. Based in Dallas, the programme provides professional training within a vibrant artistic organisation.

The Film and Media Arts B.F.A. at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive full-time undergraduate programme. Students engage in rigorous creative training over four years, choosing between specialised pathways in production or screenwriting to prepare for professional excellence in the global media landscape.

Art History from Southern Methodist University trains us to make our way in a world saturated with images. It equips us to think critically about the visual culture that mediates our understanding of the past, present and future.

The Fashion Media programme at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive B.A. degree based in Dallas. This full-time course equips students with professional skills in journalism, digital storytelling, and fashion communication. It prepares graduates for diverse roles within the global multi-trillion-dollar fashion industry.

The Theatre - Acting programme at Southern Methodist University offers a rigorous B.F.A. degree designed for aspiring performers. This full-time, four-year conservatory-style course provides intensive training in movement, voice, and stagecraft, ensuring students develop the professional skills required for a career in the arts.

The Music programme at Southern Methodist University offers a comprehensive B.A. degree within the Meadows School of the Arts. This full-time undergraduate course provides students with a rigorous artistic education in Dallas. Applicants must complete a performance audition on their principal instrument or voice to gain entry.

The Music Therapy programme at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive undergraduate degree offered through the Meadows School of the Arts. This full-time course combines rigorous musical training with clinical preparation, requiring an audition and faculty interview for entry into this professional field.