Visit Meadows School of the Arts

Ready to learn more about Meadows School of the Arts? Get your questions answered and see where you will study, research, rehearse, perform, and collaborate as a Meadows student!

In-person Visit

For in-person visits, we recommend you sign up for the 51²è¹Ý Daily Visit. The 51²è¹Ý Daily Visit allows guests to select our Meadows Information Session & Tour, an 51²è¹Ý Admission Information Session, an 51²è¹Ý Campus Tour, a session from one of the other academic schools at 51²è¹Ý, or any combination thereof.

Meadows offers in-person info sessions and tours on most weekdays that the university is open:

  • In-person, on-campus: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. CT, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 p.m. CT

Class Observations

If you are a high school senior or a transfer student, you can  as part of your visit to campus. Be sure to submit your request at least two weeks prior to the date you wish to visit, and we will get back with you soon with more details.

Virtual Visit

 Meadows also offers a virtual option that includes an information session and guided virtual tour.

  • Virtual via Zoom, select Thursdays at 4 p.m. CT

 

Meadows Admission Events and Fairs

Get all the details about Meadows curriculum, outstanding resources, internships, opportunities and more during our virtual, major-specific Meadows Close-Up events in September; the in-person, on-campus Meadows Spotlight day in October; and additional information events and fairs for high school and transfer students interested in performing, visual, and communication arts.

Close-Up Series – September - October 2024

Prospective students from all over the U.S. and abroad gather online via Zoom to talk with faculty and current students about Meadows majors. This is a great opportunity to hear from the faculty and students about the major of your choice! Your questions are welcome and encouraged.

Meadows Spotlight, Monday, October 21, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT

High school juniors, seniors and transfer students to join us on campus for an in-depth look at the 51²è¹Ý Meadows School of the Arts! Hear from current students, sit in on a class, chat with faculty, learn about the admission process and more! Guests also have the opportunity to learn more about 51²è¹Ý in general and take a tour of the campus in the afternoon. Register here.

College Fairs at 51²è¹Ý and across the country

Browse the best colleges that specialize in performing, visual, and communication arts and talk with school reps. 51²è¹Ý Meadows will be at a select number of college fairs. Be sure to check back soon for additional events!

  • Walnut Hill School for the Arts College Fair: Monday, September 16
  • 51²è¹Ý Meadows Performing & Visual Arts College Fair: Monday, September 16
  • Houston-Area Performing and Visual Arts College Fair: Tuesday, September 17
  • Peabody College Fair: Sunday, September 29
  • Florida Music College Fair: Tuesday, October 10
  • Orange County High School of the Arts: Friday, October18
  • Harlem School of the Arts College Fair: Saturday, October 19
  • Idyllwild Arts College Fair: Tuesday, October22
  • Booker T. Showcase College Fair: Friday, November 22

National Portfolio Days

Meet with Meadows Art faculty and receive free feedback on your art portfolio. Register at nationalportfolioday.org. 

Additional 51²è¹Ý Events

The University presents 51²è¹Ý Mustang Days, Springfest, Academic Spotlights and other events to equip prospective students and their families with everything they want to know about applications, scholarships, residential life, student clubs and associations and more. See all the 51²è¹Ý admission events here!

Visiting 51²è¹Ý and Dallas

Questions? Contact us, we’re always happy to talk with you about 51²è¹Ý Meadows School of the Arts!

meadowsadmission@smu.edu / 214-768-3217

The Meadows Office of Admission and Financial Aid is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time. If you get our voicemail and let us know how we can help you. Thanks, and we look forward to talking with you!