Does SMU Require the CSS Profile?

SMU requires the CSS Profile for undergraduate institutional need-based aid and uses CSS code 6660. Its 2027–28 priority dates differ by admission plan and transfer term; merit scholarships considered during admission do not require the CSS Profile.

CSS Profile

Required

Incoming first-year and transfer undergraduates seeking SMU need-based aid submit both the FAFSA and CSS Profile. Continuing undergraduates also file both forms each year, while graduate students use the FAFSA and do not submit the CSS Profile.

CSS school code

6660

SMU's CSS Profile code is 6660. Use that code to send the form to Southern Methodist University.

Published financial aid deadlines

Early Decision I, Early Action, and spring transfer priority dateNovember 15, 2026

Early Decision II, Regular Decision, and fall transfer priority dateFebruary 1, 2027

Continuing undergraduate receipt deadlineMarch 19, 2027

These are the school's currently published 2027–28 dates. A late or updated application cycle can use different dates, so confirm the deadline shown in your applicant portal.

Which parent files?

Each contributor required by federal FAFSA rules uses an individual StudentAid.gov account, provides consent, and signs. Families also answer the CSS Profile's household and financial questions and should keep overlapping FAFSA and CSS information consistent to prevent delays.

Documents and next steps

Use CSS Profile code 6660 and FAFSA code 003613. SMU says applications can take three to five business days to arrive. Monitor the SMU email account and my.SMU To Do list for requests, and review the financial aid offer in my.SMU when it is ready.

Official sources for this answer

SMU 2027–28 financial aid application requirements (checked September 25, 2026)

Common questions

Does SMU require the CSS Profile?

Yes. SMU requires the CSS Profile for undergraduate institutional need-based aid and uses CSS code 6660. Its 2027–28 priority dates differ by admission plan and transfer term; merit scholarships considered during admission do not require the CSS Profile.

What is SMU's CSS Profile code?

SMU's CSS Profile code is 6660. Use that code to send the form to Southern Methodist University.

When is SMU's financial aid deadline?

Early Decision I, Early Action, and spring transfer priority date: November 15, 2026; Early Decision II, Regular Decision, and fall transfer priority date: February 1, 2027; Continuing undergraduate receipt deadline: March 19, 2027.

Is the FAFSA enough for SMU?

The FAFSA determines eligibility for federal and state aid, while the CSS Profile supports SMU institutional need-based aid such as the Opportunity Award and Access SMU Scholarship. One application does not replace the other for undergraduates seeking the full aid package.

Estimate the rest of your aid

The CSS Profile does not tell you what federal aid you may receive. Estimate that separately, then compare the result with each college's net price and your outside scholarship options.

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