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Southern Methodist University College Access Program

  • Bridgette Miles
  • Associate Director
  • Bmiles@smu.edu
  • 214.768.3920

Program Description

Southern Methodist University College Access Programs is an institution of higher learning with a long tradition of assisting families and find the �¢??Best Fit�¢?? college and career path. Our department encompasses three Federal grant programs; Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math-Science, and Educational Talent Search. Our staff and faculty are dedicated to helping low-income and/or first-generation college students succeed in today�¢??s global market. We adapt our curriculum and seminars to meet the needs of our diverse students, taking into account the many ways in which students learn.

We envision young leaders of high moral character obtaining a degree from an institution of higher education and becoming a successful leader in society. Our mission is to ensure that each student is provided with a quality opportunity in education and develop the character and leadership skills that will prepare each student to succeed in high school and college.

Our Target Schools Are: Lancaster HS, Kimball HS, Pinkston HS, Spruce HS, North Dallas HS, Duncanville HS, W.T. White HS, Hillcrest HS, Skyline HS, Carter HS, Roosevelt HS, Lakeview Centennial HS, and Lincoln HS

Services Provided

  • Academic enrichment/tutoring/study skills
  • Career exploration and counseling/internships
  • College admissions guidance and counseling
  • College fairs/campus visits
  • College transition and retention support
  • Community service/service hours
  • Financial aid advising/FAFSA completion
  • Leadership development
  • Mentoring
  • Parent/family services
  • SAT/ACT and other test preparation
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Demographics

Education Level and
Number of Students

  • High School: 340
  • Middle School: 0
  • Elementary School: 0
  • Post-secondary: 0
  • Non-traditional: 0

Populations Served

  • Academically At-risk
  • Academically High-performing

First-Generation

  • More than 75%

Representative
Colleges Attended
by Alumni

  • Berkeley College
  • Northwestern State University of Louisiana
  • Prairie View A & M University
  • Sam Houston State University
  • Texas A & M University-College Station
  • Texas A & M University-Commerce
  • The University of Texas at Austin
  • The University of Texas at Dallas
  • University of Houston
  • University of North Texas

Matriculation & Completion

  • 4-yr College Matriculation: 98%
  • 4-yr College Graduation: 98%