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Re: Diversity At SMU
The Southern Methodist University is established with students and staff those are representing some 50 countries, and almost 1,200 full-time international and exchange students. The Southern Methodist University is truly a diverse university, providing its people with a broad intercultural experience and a holistic understanding of what it means to thrive in a global environment. Its main approach is to Diversity & Inclusion provides its staff, students, and partners with the platform to succeed in this environment, even as it underscores the Southern Methodist University commitment to be a leading supporter and advocate in this area. The Southern Methodist University goals for Diversity & Inclusion: Enrich work and learning for all Foster an open and inclusive culture Promote collegiality on campus Diversity: Total Fall 2015 Identified Minority Enrollment – 3,030 Hispanic – 1,251 Asian – 715 Black/African American – 701 American Indian/Alaska Native – 38 Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander – 16 Two or more races – 309 Minority percentage of total enrollment – 26% Minority percentage of undergraduates – 26.8% In Socio-economic: Three out of four undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or financial aid, including academic and need-based. In National: More than half of undergraduates come from outside Texas. With students from all 50 states and the District of Columbia, the leading home states (after Texas) for first-year students are, in descending order, California, Florida, Illinois, and Connecticut. International: A record fall 2015 international enrollment of 1,652 students (14 percent of the student population) represents 92 foreign countries, with China, India and Saudi Arabia the largest groups. Address: Southern Methodist University PO Box 750100 Dallas, Texas 75275-0100 214-768-2000 |