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Public, 4-Year
Memphis, TN

University of Memphis

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$10,344

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

93.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

48.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$48,458

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Memphis is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Memphis, TN. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,344, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 48.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing465 – 615
20025th–75th percentile800
Math440 – 590
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

93.4%

Transfer-Out Rate14.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$41,376

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$18,458

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$143,204

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$327,784

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 49%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Memphis is $23,300.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.3%
39.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
40.6%
White
36.8%
Hispanic
11.0%
Asian
4.7%
Two or more
4.2%
International
1.5%
Unknown
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$10,344

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,985
$30k - $48k$12,003
$48k - $75k$15,357
$75k+$18,600

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,300
Pell Grant Recipients40.0%
Using Federal Loans38.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment38.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

71.2%

Success

48.8%

In-State Cost

$10,344

Age 25+ Students

17.9%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

4,784 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Memphis (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Memphis (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Memphis

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,031

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,146

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,298

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Memphis metropolitan area.