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University of Memphis

Memphis, TN 4 year Public
Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Dormitory capacity 2,683
Student to faculty ratio 16 to 1
Acceptance rate 95%
Students retention rate 72%
On-time graduation rate 54%

Located in Memphis, Tennessee, UofM is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 95% indicates that UofM is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Memphis is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student retention rate of 72% at UofM suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.

  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

95.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,056

Cost of attendance at University of Memphis in 2022 for students from Tennessee.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average $9,811
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$14,088

Cost of attendance at University of Memphis in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average $20,464
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 95 of freshman students at University of Memphis received on average $9,642 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$9,642
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,197 48% $5,179 $6,198,900
Other Federal Grant 1,216 49% $5,542 $6,738,510
State Grant/Scholarships 1,845 74% $4,651 $8,581,360
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,902 76% $3,935 $7,484,470
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,365 95% $9,642 $22,804,340

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Memphis students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Memphis students is 54.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 59.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 48.0%.

54.4%

  • asian 65.2% 45 students
  • African American 45.4% 295 students
  • white 59.1% 615 students
  • unknown 37.1% 13 students
  • hispanic 62.1% 77 students
  • International Students 65.4% 17 students
  • Mixed Race 50.0% 49 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football American Athletic Conference
  • Baseball American Athletic Conference
  • Basketball American Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country American Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Memphis provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Memphis offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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