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Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a private research university located in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1911 by the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, SMU maintains historical ties to the Methodist tradition while functioning as a nonsectarian institution.

Located primarily on a campus in University Park, SMU enrolls about 12,000 students in undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

The university is organized into several schools, including the Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Meadows School of the Arts, the Cox School of Business, the Lyle School of Engineering, the Simmons School of Education and Human Development, and the Dedman School of Law.

SMU offers programs across the arts, sciences, engineering, business, education, and law, and supports research initiatives in areas such as engineering, biomedical sciences, and public policy.

Notable campus features include the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, opened on campus in 2013 as part of a joint project with the National Archives and Records Administration.

Athletics teams, known as the Mustangs, compete in NCAA Division I.

SMU is governed by a board of trustees and emphasizes a blend of liberal arts and professional programs, campus life, and community engagement.