UofM Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 72.03%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1035. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,728
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,384
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UofM:
- Total Enrollment: 20,276, including 5,051 online students
- 15,770 Undergraduate, 4,506 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 40.6% men, 59.4% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 51%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 14%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 77%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 218 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 95 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 88 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UofM Overview
University of Memphis (UofM) is a four-year, public school located in Memphis, TN. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UofM's tuition & fees is $10,728 for Tennessee residents and $15,384 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 82% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,459.
The school has a total enrollment of 20,276 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
UofM's acceptance rate is 72.03% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.06%. The median SAT score is 1035 and the ACT score is 21.
UofM ranked 281st in National Universities and 22nd in Tennessee Colleges rankings. University of Memphis is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Memphis is $10,728 for in-state students and $15,384 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,628 for in-state students and $15,840 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,126 for Tennessee residents and $16,008 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,057 for Tennessee residents and $16,477 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,728 | $15,384 |
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| Graduate | $11,628 | $15,840 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,126 | $16,008 |
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| Graduate | $12,057 | $16,477 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Memphis offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UofM
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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