Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Memphis, Tennessee |
| Online | memphis.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Memphis is a public research institution situated in an urban setting within Memphis, Tennessee, approximately 8 miles east of downtown. Established in 1912 as West Tennessee State Normal School, the university has evolved into a major academic center occupying a 1,607-acre main campus characterized by modern academic buildings and Georgian-style architecture. The university maintains strong academic programs in business, engineering, and nursing, while the Fogelman College of Business and Economics and the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law are particularly noted within their fields. Students can choose from on-campus housing options including traditional residence halls and apartment-style living, with first-year students required to live on campus if they reside outside the local commuting area. The Memphis Tigers compete in NCAA Division I athletics as members of the American Athletic Conference, with men's basketball historically being the university's most prominent sport.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Memphis is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Memphis within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#883 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#343 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Colleges in Tennessee
#7 in Best Public Colleges in Tennessee
#37 in Best Value Colleges in Tennessee
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1230 |
| ACT | 17/24 |
| GPA | 3.48 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tennessee Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,704 |
| Room and Board | $10,126 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,354 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,136 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,704 |
| Room and Board | $10,126 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,354 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,360 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| General Studies | 11% |
| Education | 8% |
| Health Professions | 6% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=220862 IPEDS survey data for University of Memphis.
Current students may use the University of Memphis GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024