The UofM is the perfect size-not so big that you get lost in the crowd, and not so small that opportunities are limited.
University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee
19,652
Students on Campus
Memphis
Location
1,335,549
Metro Population
19,652
Students on Campus
Memphis
Location
1,335,549
Metro Population
About This Campus
Situated in a beautiful park-like setting, the University of Memphis is a R-1 Research Institution. Founded in 1912, the University of Memphis offers bachelor's degrees in more than 50 majors and 70 concentrations and welcomes more than 21,000 students to campus each year. Diversity is one of our strengths. Students and faculty come from all over the world to be part of the UofM experience.
Memphis is a major metropolitan area with access to a thriving arts, music, food and entertainment scene with over 160 parks and a stunning river front.
Memphis provides the soundtrack for the world as the home of the blues and the birthplace of rock-n-roll, and pioneers in soul, gospel, rap and hip hop.
Major Fortune 500 companies, mission driven non-profits and creative start-ups, including FedEX, AutoZone and St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital call the city of Memphis home.
On average, we enjoy 234 days a year of sunshine for year-round fun - kayaking, biking, festivals, sports and recreation.
The UofM is a Carnegie R1 institution, a distinction given to universities with the highest level of research excellence.
With a student body that is 57% students of color and 3% international students, the UofM fosters a rich multicultural learning environment.
Helpful Information
We are a commuter campus (80% commuter). Consider living on-campus for the college experience.
Location Information
The University of Memphis is located in east Memphis, just 15 minutes from downtown. Nestled in a residential area, it offers convenience to downtown and local attractions.
Academics
REGISTRATION:
- Course Catalog
- Schedule of Classes
- Majors and Minors Website
- Registration Timing: After Campus Students
TERM DATES:
Fall Start Date: 08/24/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/10/2026
Spring Start Date: 01/18/2027 - Spring End Date: 05/06/2027
CLOSED PROGRAMS:
Nursing
RESTRICTED/LIMITED PROGRAMS:
Applied and professional programs. Some fine arts courses such as architecture may not be available.
UNIQUE ACADEMICS PROGRAMS:
- American Sign Language and Deaf Studies — The BA in American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Studies is a foundational degree that immerses students in ASL, introduces them to Deaf culture and fundamentals of communication and hearing, and prepares them to be advocates of both ASL and Deaf culture.
- Music Industry — he program is one of a small number of comprehensive music industry programs fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
- Public Health — This program provides a strong foundation in public health through evidence-informed course content; community-based internships; and a curriculum based on established competencies, best practices, and accreditation standards.
OPTIONS:
Honors Access: Yes
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:
- Accounting
- Advertising
- African American Studies
- African Studies
- American Sign Language
- Anthropology
- Apparel/Fashion Design
- Architecture
- Art
- Art Education
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Aviation Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biology/Life Science
- Biomedical Engineering
- Business
- Business Administration
- Business Information Systems
- Business Management
- Chemistry
- Child Development
- Chinese
- Civil Engineering
- Coaching
- Cognitive Psychology
- Communication
- Community Health
- Computer and Information Science
- Computer Engineering
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice
- Criminology
- Culinary Arts
- Dance
- Dietetics
- Digital Communications and Media/Multimedia
- Early Childhood Education
- Earth Science
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Psychology
- Electrical Engineering
- Elementary Education
- English
- Exercise Science
- Finance/Banking
- French
- Geography
- Geology
- German
- Greek
- Health Administration
- History
- Hospitality Management
- Human Development
- Interior Design
- International Business
- International Relations
- International Studies
- Italian
- Japanese
- Jewish Studies
- Journalism
- Kinesiology
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Music Education
- Music History
- Music Theory and Composition
- Nutrition
- Performance and Directing
- Performing Arts: Voice
- Philosophy
- Photography
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Political Science
- Portuguese
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Real Estate
- Recording Arts Technology
- Religious Studies/Theology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Sports and Leisure Studies
- Sports Management/Administration
- Supply Chain Management
- Teacher Education
- Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
- Theater Arts/Drama/Acting
- Women and Gender Studies
Conditions
GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
- General Eligibility Requirements
- 2.5 - GPA Required
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
- Full Year Exchange: Accepted
- Single Term Exchange: Accepted
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
- Receive from Canada: Will Accept Pay
- Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)?Will Not Accept
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
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- Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - No
- Accept Canadian students on J1 visa or F1 visa? -
Tuition/Finance
Figures per Semester are current as of 12/15/2025
TUITION:
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice
- Home Tuition Payment: Available
-
Away Tuition Payment: Available
Estimated cost:
Per Term Tuition (Resident-Rate) - $0
Per Term Mandatory Fees - $0
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
Canadian students may incur additional fees relating to their student visa and services provided by the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office.
Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Room/Meals
Figures per Semester are current as of 12/15/2025
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
- Is on-campus housing available? Yes
- Is on-campus living required? No
- Number of reserved housing spaces: 0
- Average Room Cost (per term): $3000
- On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
MEAL PLANS:
- Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
- Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
- Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $1908
- Campus Meal Plans
NOTES ABOUT MEAL PLANS:
Six meal plan options are available, ranging from unlimited meals ($2,490) to a block of 90 meals per semester ($1,000). The 14 Weekly Plan ($2,340) and the 10 Weekly Plan ($1,800) are popular options for current UofM students. Please note: All students are automatically enrolled in the Tiger Eat$ Plan that costs $350 per semester to use at all dining and vending locations on campus (refunded with a purchase of a meal plan).
Fees are subject to change without notice.
Chance of Acceptance
Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27
If this is your top choice campus...
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Good
This campus accepts many (50-74%) applicants. You definitely want to consider adding alternate choice campuses marked as OPEN or EXCELLENT to ensure placement.
Away Tuition Payment Plan
Open
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!
If this is your alternate choice campus...
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Limited
This campus usually accepts less than 50% of students that request it. Be prepared to be placed at an alternative choice. If applying to a site with a 'limited' chance of placement, we suggest that you list a minimum of 3-5 campuses on your application, with one to two sites that have an OPEN or EXCELLENT chance of acceptance.
Away Tuition Payment Plan
Open
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!