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University of Memphis

University of Memphis is a large, public institution located in Memphis, tn. Founded in 1912, University of Memphis offers undergraduate degrees in 161 majors.

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4 Year, Public

Division 1

16,771 undergraduates

$10,344 undergraduate tuition

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Admissions

Will I get into University of Memphis? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 93.4%

SAT score average 1051

ACT score average 21

Average high school GPA 3.62

Application fee $25

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Key deadlines

July

197 days away Application deadline date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Memphis is known for one of its top majors: Health and Physical Education/Fitness. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate

Retention Rate

17 :1

Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Health and Medical Professions

Other

Social Sciences and Psychology

Business and Management

Education and Teaching

Law and Legal Studies

Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Psychology, General

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Accounting and Related Services

Curriculum and Instruction

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $10,344

Additional expenses

Room & board $10,344

Books & supplies $920

Other expenses $6,462

Cost of attendance* $28,070

Average financial aid package $12,363

Estimated cost $15,707 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $14,784

Additional expenses

Room & board $10,344

Books & supplies $920

Other expenses $6,462

Cost of attendance* $32,510

Average financial aid package $12,363

Estimated cost $20,147 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA^® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Scholarships from University of Memphis

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Memphis has a total undergraduate enrollment of 16,771, with gender binary students split 40% male and 60% female.

Total enrollment

21,736

Enrollment by gender

Male

Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %

38%

African American %

35%

Hispanic American %

Asian %

Native American %

Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %

Multiracial %

Unknown %

Student type

Full-time

Living on campus

International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Memphis, students love their Black Scholars Unlimited. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

Alumni Avenue, Memphis, TN 38152

9016782000

https://www.memphis.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Black scholars unlimited

Honors student organization

Rising health professionals

Asian american association

Emerging leaders

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1

Varsity sportsYes

Intramural sportsYes

Greek life

Female

Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Memphis to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Memphis?

University of Memphis is located in Memphis, tn.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Memphis?

The acceptance rate for University of Memphis is 93%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Memphis?

The average high school GPA for University of Memphis students was 3.62.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Memphis?

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Memphis including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $112,280.

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