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Named in 2008 after alumnus and industry leader Bobby B. Lyle, the school reflects a strong connection between academic study and professional practice. That influence still shapes the way students learn today, through a focus on practical problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world impact.
Studying at Lyle also means leveraging industry networks in Dallas, one of the United States’ major business and technology hubs. With strong links to sectors including engineering, technology, energy, and finance, the city offers opportunities to build experience, connect with employers, and take your next steps while you study.
Explore more about life at the Lyle School of Engineering via their Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.
Named in 2008 after alumnus and industry leader Bobby B. Lyle, the school reflects a strong connection between academic study and professional practice. That influence still shapes the way students learn today, through a focus on practical problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world impact.
Studying at Lyle also means leveraging industry networks in Dallas, one of the United States’ major business and technology hubs. With strong links to sectors including engineering, technology, energy, and finance, the city offers opportunities to build experience, connect with employers, and take your next steps while you study.
Explore more about life at the Lyle School of Engineering via their Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.
Applying to a graduate program at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering involves a review process designed to assess both your academic background and your potential for advanced engineering study.
Admissions Requirements
Complete application
Application Fee
All Transcripts
Applicants must submit transcripts from each higher education institution attended, regardless of whether a degree was earned. Lyle School of Engineering will accept unofficial transcripts for admissions review, but all admitted applicants must provide official transcripts before course registration at SMU.
International Admissions
If you’re applying as an international student, there are a few additional requirements:
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
TOEFL - Minimum Score: 4 on the band scale
PTE - Minimum Score: 55
IELTS - Minimum Score: 6.5
Duolingo - Minimum Score: 110
Home Based Tests Accepted
English Language Proficiency Waivers
A student may waive English Language Proficiency Requirements if the student received a bachelor's or master's from an English Language Institution located in: United States, Canada (except Quebec), United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, American Samoa, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Grand Cayman, Guyana, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Singapore, Trinidad/Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, U.S. Pacific Trust.
Master
55+
6.5+
110+
80+
As a student at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art labs and facilities where engineers become future ready for the global landscape.
You’ll also benefit from wider university facilities that support study, research, and student life:
A range of on-campus dining options, cafés, and social spaces, including hubs like the Hughes-Trigg Student Center
Student life
Graduate life at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering is shaped by hands-on learning, collaboration, and the opportunity to build real connections in a major U.S. city.
As an engineering student, your day-to-day experience is likely to include:
Working closely with classmates and faculty on projects, research, and real-world engineering challenges
Spending time in labs, collaborative spaces, or innovation hubs bringing ideas to life
Developing practical skills that connect directly to your career goals
We offer flexible graduate programs with in-person and online options in full or part-time programs.
You’ll also be part of the wider SMU community, with access to:
Networking events and social activities
Fitness and recreation facilities to help you recharge
Arts, culture, and athletics in the vibrant city of Dallas
Spaces to study, meet friends, or take a break between classes
Cost of Living
As a graduate student at SMU, you can choose between university-managed apartments and private off-campus housing.
SMU manages a series of apartment properties in University Park, near campus, that are available for rent on a 12-month contract for currently enrolled upper-division (Juniors or higher) undergraduate and graduate students. For more information, visit the SMU Apartments page.
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
Career preparation is a key part of the graduate experience at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, with a strong focus on helping you build industry connections and take the next step in your career.
You’ll have access to a range of career-focused support, including:
SMU Lyle offers a wide range of graduate programs across the departments of Civil and Environmental Engineering; Computer Science; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Multidisciplinary Programs, and Operations Research and Engineering Management.
At SMU Lyle, you can take advantage of our customizable and stackable degrees with flexible in-person and online options.
Yes, many graduate programs at Lyle are designed with flexibility in mind. Depending on your program, you may be able to study full-time or part-time, attend evening or weekend classes, or take advantage of flexible learning options in-person, hybrid, or online.
Admissions Requirements
Complete application
Application Fee
All Transcripts
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
TOEFL - Minimum Score: 4 on the band scale
PTE - Minimum Score: 55
IELTS - Minimum Score: 6.5
Duolingo - Minimum Score: 110
Home-Based Tests Accepted
English Language Proficiency Waivers
A student may waive English Language Proficiency Requirements if the student received a bachelor's or master's from an English Language Institution located in: United States, Canada (except Quebec), United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, American Samoa, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Grand Cayman, Guyana, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Singapore, Trinidad/Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, U.S. Pacific Trust.
Graduates from SMU Lyle move into leadership roles within engineering fields and also in fields that are connected to technology. SMU's strong global network provides opportunities at top industry-leading companies.
Many students advance and are promoted within their current employer, and others find new opportunities.
SMU Lyle School of Engineering
Lyle School of Engineering, Dallas United States
51Undergrad & Postgrad Programmes
About SMU Lyle School of Engineering
The Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU), based in Dallas, Texas, brings together nearly a century of engineering education with a clear focus on where the field is heading next.
Named in 2008 after alumnus and industry leader Bobby B. Lyle, the school reflects a strong connection between academic study and professional practice. That influence still shapes the way students learn today, through a focus on practical problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world impact.
As part of SMU, a private research university classified among the top tier of U.S. research institutions (R1), Lyle offers a graduate environment that combines academic depth with applied learning. The school’s approach is guided by a focus on developing engineers who can think critically, adapt to new technologies, and lead in changing industries.
Studying at Lyle also means leveraging industry networks in Dallas, one of the United States’ major business and technology hubs. With strong links to sectors including engineering, technology, energy, and finance, the city offers opportunities to build experience, connect with employers, and take your next steps while you study.
Explore more about life at the Lyle School of Engineering via their Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.
About SMU Lyle School of Engineering
The Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU), based in Dallas, Texas, brings together nearly a century of engineering education with a clear focus on where the field is heading next.
Named in 2008 after alumnus and industry leader Bobby B. Lyle, the school reflects a strong connection between academic study and professional practice. That influence still shapes the way students learn today, through a focus on practical problem-solving, collaboration, and real-world impact.
As part of SMU, a private research university classified among the top tier of U.S. research institutions (R1), Lyle offers a graduate environment that combines academic depth with applied learning. The school’s approach is guided by a focus on developing engineers who can think critically, adapt to new technologies, and lead in changing industries.
Studying at Lyle also means leveraging industry networks in Dallas, one of the United States’ major business and technology hubs. With strong links to sectors including engineering, technology, energy, and finance, the city offers opportunities to build experience, connect with employers, and take your next steps while you study.
Explore more about life at the Lyle School of Engineering via their Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.
Available programmes
Engineering and Technology (2)
B.A. in Computer Science
B.A. in Computer Science
B.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Specialization in Computer Engineering
B.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Specialization in Computer Engineering
B.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Specialization in Electrical Engineering
B.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Specialization in Electrical Engineering
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, with a Specialization in Premedical/Biomedical
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, with a Specialization in Premedical/Biomedical
B.S. in Civil Engineering
B.S. in Civil Engineering
B.S. in Computer Science
B.S. in Computer Science
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Specialization in Biomedical
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Specialization in Biomedical
B.S. in Management Science
B.S. in Management Science
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Natural Sciences (2)
B.S. Environmental Engineering (Premedical Track)
B.S. Environmental Engineering (Premedical Track)
B.S. in Environmental Engineering
B.S. in Environmental Engineering
Engineering and Technology (3)
M.S. Computer Engineering + MBA
M.S. Computer Engineering + MBA
M.S. Software Engineering
M.S. Software Engineering
M.S. in Applied Science
M.S. in Applied Science
M.S. in Biomedical Instrumentation
M.S. in Biomedical Instrumentation
M.S. in Civil Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering
M.S. in Civil Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Civil Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Computer Engineering
M.S. in Computer Engineering
M.S. in Computer Science
M.S. in Computer Science
M.S. in Computer Science + MBA
M.S. in Computer Science + MBA
M.S. in Cybersecurity
M.S. in Cybersecurity
M.S. in Data Engineering
M.S. in Data Engineering
M.S. in Datacenter Systems Engineering
M.S. in Datacenter Systems Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering
M.S. in Electrical Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Electrical Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Engineering Entrepreneurship
M.S. in Engineering Entrepreneurship
M.S. in Engineering Management
M.S. in Engineering Management
M.S. in Environmental Engineering
M.S. in Environmental Engineering
M.S. in Environmental Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Environmental Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Manufacturing Management
M.S. in Manufacturing Management
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Network Engineering
M.S. in Network Engineering
M.S. in Network Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Network Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Quantum Engineering
M.S. in Quantum Engineering
M.S. in Software Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Software Engineering + MBA
M.S. in Systems Engineering
M.S. in Systems Engineering
Natural Sciences (3)
M.A. in Sustainability and Development
M.A. in Sustainability and Development
Social Sciences and Management (3)
M.S. Operations Research and Analytics
M.S. Operations Research and Analytics
M.S. in Operations Research + MBA
M.S. in Operations Research + MBA
Engineering and Technology (2)
D.E. in Engineering Management
D.E. in Engineering Management
D.E. in Mechanical Engineering
D.E. in Mechanical Engineering
D.Engr. in Software Engineering
D.Engr. in Software Engineering
Ph.D. Computer Science
Ph.D. Computer Science
Ph.D. in Applied Science
Ph.D. in Applied Science
Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Ph.D. in Computer Engineering
Ph.D. in Computer Engineering
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
Social Sciences and Management (2)
Ph.D. in Operations Research
Ph.D. in Operations Research
University information
Applying to a graduate program at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering involves a review process designed to assess both your academic background and your potential for advanced engineering study.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must submit transcripts from each higher education institution attended, regardless of whether a degree was earned. Lyle School of Engineering will accept unofficial transcripts for admissions review, but all admitted applicants must provide official transcripts before course registration at SMU.
International Admissions
If you’re applying as an international student, there are a few additional requirements:
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
English Language Proficiency Waivers
A student may waive English Language Proficiency Requirements if the student received a bachelor's or master's from an English Language Institution located in: United States, Canada (except Quebec), United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, American Samoa, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Grand Cayman, Guyana, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Singapore, Trinidad/Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, U.S. Pacific Trust.
Master
As a student at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art labs and facilities where engineers become future ready for the global landscape.
You’ll also benefit from wider university facilities that support study, research, and student life:
Student life
Graduate life at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering is shaped by hands-on learning, collaboration, and the opportunity to build real connections in a major U.S. city.
As an engineering student, your day-to-day experience is likely to include:
We offer flexible graduate programs with in-person and online options in full or part-time programs.
You’ll also be part of the wider SMU community, with access to:
Cost of Living
As a graduate student at SMU, you can choose between university-managed apartments and private off-campus housing.
SMU manages a series of apartment properties in University Park, near campus, that are available for rent on a 12-month contract for currently enrolled upper-division (Juniors or higher) undergraduate and graduate students. For more information, visit the SMU Apartments page.
The Dallas Regional Chamber has also created a Dallas Cost of Living Calculator to understand what life in DFW might cost.
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Utilities
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
How to get a full scholarship
Looking for a fully-funded scholarship to see you into university? Find out how to boost your chances of getting one.
Scholarships to study abroad
Find scholarships to study abroad with our lists of international scholarships – categorized by country, by subject, and by type of student.
Scholarship Applications: Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions about scholarship applications, including tips on how to find scholarships and chances of success.
Employability
Career preparation is a key part of the graduate experience at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, with a strong focus on helping you build industry connections and take the next step in your career.
You’ll have access to a range of career-focused support, including:
Graduate outcomes reflect this strong career focus:
Graduates from Lyle go on to roles across areas such as:
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Frequently Asked Questions
SMU Lyle offers a wide range of graduate programs across the departments of Civil and Environmental Engineering; Computer Science; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Multidisciplinary Programs, and Operations Research and Engineering Management.
At SMU Lyle, you can take advantage of our customizable and stackable degrees with flexible in-person and online options.
Admissions Requirements
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
English Language Proficiency Waivers
A student may waive English Language Proficiency Requirements if the student received a bachelor's or master's from an English Language Institution located in: United States, Canada (except Quebec), United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, American Samoa, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Grand Cayman, Guyana, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Singapore, Trinidad/Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, U.S. Pacific Trust.
Graduates from SMU Lyle move into leadership roles within engineering fields and also in fields that are connected to technology. SMU's strong global network provides opportunities at top industry-leading companies.
Many students advance and are promoted within their current employer, and others find new opportunities.