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University of Memphis
Memphis, TNPublicCity Setting
Less Selective • 72% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
University of Memphis is a public institution located in the city setting of Memphis, TN. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 12.7K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 72%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
12.7K (Large)
Admissions Selectivity
72% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading480 - 600
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math435 - 580
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite18 - 24
1typical 50% range36
72%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing18% of degrees
Health Sciences11% of degrees
Engineering6% of degrees
Social Sciences4% of degrees
Biological Sciences2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $115,610
Earnings 5yr: $121,773
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $113,843
Earnings 5yr: $111,623
Debt: N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $110,977
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Curriculum and Instruction.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $97,572
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,546
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $95,794
Earnings 5yr: $94,598
Debt: N/A
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,722
Earnings 5yr: $102,160
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,207
Earnings 5yr: $79,929
Debt: $24,672
Computer Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,702
Earnings 5yr: $94,793
Debt: $25,000
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,516
Earnings 5yr: $86,402
Debt: $27,500
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,515
Earnings 5yr: $84,827
Debt: $23,000
Biomedical/Medical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,279
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,500
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $85,070
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Law.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,169
Earnings 5yr: $83,228
Debt: N/A
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,914
Earnings 5yr: $78,885
Debt: $27,600
Civil Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,598
Earnings 5yr: $78,233
Debt: $29,750
Public Health.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $75,873
Earnings 5yr: $59,405
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $75,444
Earnings 5yr: $75,543
Debt: $27,168
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $73,323
Earnings 5yr: $72,291
Debt: $29,768
Education, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,521
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$12,397
In-State Tuition$10,728
Out-of-State Tuition$15,384
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
41%
Pell Grants
38%
Take Loans
38%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$40,921
+18% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$48,458
Completion Signals
51%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
77%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,809
Est. Monthly Payment
$171/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
40%
Men60%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 40% men and 60% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
37%
Part-Time Share
18%
Avg Family Income
$44,018
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