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University of Memphis
Memphis,
TN
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate95%
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About University of Memphis
University of Memphis is a public, state university in the city of Memphis, Tennessee. University of Memphis was founded in 1912. The college enrolls around 21,917 students per year, including 16,708 undergrad students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for University of Memphis
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Memphis. The acceptance rate at University of Memphis is 95%. In 2022, 15,756 students applied to University of Memphis and 14,905 were admitted.
| University of Memphis Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 95% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 3% |
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University of Memphis is located Memphis.
If you would like to see University of Memphis for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 40 to Memphis, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Memphis International.
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College Info
University of Memphis Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jul 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Memphis is Jul 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Memphis is Jul 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of Memphis SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
960 - 1220
Math SAT Range
450 - 600
Reading SAT Range
480 - 630
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1220 and Above
Good
960 to 1220
Avg
960 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for University of Memphis students is 1094. Applicants with SAT scores of 1220 and above have a good chance of being admitted to University of Memphis, while applicants with SAT scores between 960 to 1220 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 960 have a low chance of being offered a spot at University of Memphis.
University of Memphis Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$20,440
In State$27,640
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$8,520
$15,720
Fees
$1,824
$1,824
Housing
$10,096
$10,096
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at University of Memphis is like? There are approximately 21,917 students enrolled at University of Memphis, including 16,708 undergraduate students and 5,209 graduate students. 66% percent of students attend school full-time, 84% percent are from TN and 16% percent of students are from other states.
66%
Full Time34%
Part Time84%
In State16%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
21,917
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
95%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jul 1
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