SMU HOUSING GUIDE

SMU: Community Policies

Drew Burroughs, Broker Associate
The short answer

Eligible 2026–27 Residential Commons residents apply through the portal; SMU says no additional residential cost is assessed, while dining can cost extra.

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Can my student stay for Jan Term 2027?

Eligible 2026–27 Residential Commons residents apply through the portal; SMU says no additional residential cost is assessed, while dining can cost extra.

SMU Intersessions — Housing and Dining Options · Checked 2026-09-02

What are SMU residence-hall quiet hours?

Initial quiet hours are 10 p.m.–10 a.m. on weeknights and midnight–10 a.m. Friday and Saturday; communities may extend them.

SMU RLSH — Student Conduct and Community Policies · Checked 2026-09-02

Are residents expected to limit noise outside quiet hours?

Yes. SMU community policies require sensitivity to noise and allow communities to establish longer quiet-hour periods.

SMU RLSH — Student Conduct and Community Policies · Checked 2026-09-02

Can my student have overnight guests?

Yes, within policy: roommate or suitemate agreement is required, and overnight stays are generally limited to three nights per week unless approved.

SMU RLSH — Student Conduct and Community Policies · Checked 2026-09-02

Are overnight guests allowed near the end of the semester?

SMU says overnight guests are not allowed during the final two weeks of the semester.

SMU RLSH — Student Conduct and Community Policies · Checked 2026-09-02

Sources & editorial context

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Drew Burroughs, Broker Associate at Compass, is the local real estate contact. Matt Dean, NEXA Lending, NMLS #227603, is the financing contact.