University of Memphis Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Memphis is a public research university in Memphis, Tennessee, with about 12,701 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 72.03% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $48,458 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,728
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,397 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 72.03% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 12,701 82.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.89%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 36.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 72.8%
- Average SAT Score: 1088
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 18,051
- Applicants (IPEDS): 15,640
- Room & Board: $11,342 annual estimate
University of Memphis: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Memphis, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Memphis?
University of Memphis is located in Memphis, TN (ZIP 38152).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Memphis public or private?
University of Memphis is a Public institution.
How much does University of Memphis cost?
Published tuition: $10,728 in-state, $15,384 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,397.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,607 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,968 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,923 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,384 |
| $110,001+ | $18,691 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $42,912.
How hard is it to get into University of Memphis?
Admission rate: 72.03%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1088.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Memphis?
Total enrollment: 12,701 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 18,051 students.
Graduate enrollment: 4,506 students.
About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Memphis?
150%-time completion rate: 50.89%.
First-year retention: 77.4%.
What do graduates of University of Memphis earn?
Median earnings: $40,921 six years after entry; $48,458 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,300.
41.22% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Memphis known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (402 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (381 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (338 completions)
- Information Technology (331 completions)
- Computer Science (240 completions)
- Psychology, General (234 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (202 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (145 completions)
- Social Work (114 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (112 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Memphis a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 72.03%; completion rate 50.89%; median earnings $48,458 at 10 years; net price $12,397. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,728
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Memphis was $10,728.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,397
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Memphis had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,397.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,588 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,397 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$42,912 4-Year In-State Tuition
$61,536 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,342 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$920 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,990 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$91,960 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Memphis.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.22% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
37.89% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Memphis was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Memphis in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $8,312 | $23,024 | $12,258 |
| 2014 | $8,619 | $20,331 | $12,661 |
| 2015 | $8,903 | $20,615 | $13,353 |
| 2016 | $9,125 | $20,837 | $13,306 |
| 2017 | $9,317 | $21,029 | $13,921 |
| 2018 | $9,317 | $21,029 | $13,048 |
| 2019 | $9,912 | $13,752 | $13,248 |
| 2020 | $9,912 | $13,752 | $13,904 |
| 2021 | $10,056 | $14,088 | $14,023 |
| 2022 | $10,056 | $14,280 | $13,216 |
| 2023 | $10,344 | $14,784 | $13,253 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
72.03% Acceptance Rate
15,640 Total Applicants
14,605 Students Admitted
2,591 First-Time Students Enrolled
17.74% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1088
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Memphis reported total enrollment of about 12,701 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (40.7%), White (35.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (12.2%). About 41.22% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
82.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Memphis in 2024 is 12,701 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 18,051 students. Graduate enrollment is about 4,506 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 40.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
33.44% 100% Completion Time
50.89% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.44% of students graduating from University of Memphis completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 22% male / 78% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 12% male / 88% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 49% male / 51% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Memphis.
Return on Investment
$23,300 Median Student Debt
$48,458 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.08% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
877.21% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Memphis.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 118 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 402 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 381 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 338 completions
4. Information Technology: 331 completions
5. Computer Science: 240 completions
6. Psychology, General: 234 completions
7. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 202 completions
8. Curriculum and Instruction: 145 completions
9. Social Work: 114 completions
Most popular programs at University of Memphis.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Memphis graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Memphis from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 72.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,632
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,356
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Memphis is a public institution located in Memphis, TN, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Exercise Science and Kinesiology, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 12,701 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (40.7%), White (35.2%), Hispanic or Latino (12.2%). The admission rate is 72.03%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1088. The 150%-time completion rate is 50.89%. Approximately 41.22% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Memphis, TN 38152
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 118 distinct degree programs, University of Memphis provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Memphis located?
University of Memphis is located in Memphis, TN.
What is University of Memphis's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Memphis is 72.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 15,640 applicants and 14,605 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Memphis cost?
Reported tuition is $10,728 and average net price is $12,397 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,342 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Memphis?
University of Memphis reports undergraduate enrollment of about 18,051 students, Black or African American (40.7%), White (35.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Memphis?
About 36.8% of students at University of Memphis are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Memphis?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Memphis reports midpoint SAT about 1088.
What do graduates of University of Memphis earn?
Median earnings are $40,921 six years after entry and $48,458 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Memphis?
The 150%-time completion rate is 50.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Memphis students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,300.
Is University of Memphis public or private?
University of Memphis is a public institution located in Memphis, TN.
Is University of Memphis an HBCU?
No. University of Memphis is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Memphis a tribal college?
No. University of Memphis is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Tennessee college costs
- Tennessee colleges by ROI
- Memphis, Tennessee city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Tennessee
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.