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    University of Memphis

    Memphis, Tennessee
    • Public
      4 year
    • 1:14
      Faculty to Student Ratio
    • 9%
      Transfer Student Ratio
    The University of Memphis is noted for its comprehensive innovative academic programs, its nationally recognized interdisciplinary research centers, and for capitalizing on its urban setting to address the challenge of our global society. Renowned professors and their students are connected with industries, agencies and communities in research. University programs with national reputations include public health, learning technologies, entertainment industries, strengthening communities, transportation, and teacher preparation. Student success, research, and creativity are at the core of the University’s purpose as it educates students through innovative programs and engages them in research that advances knowledge and creative expression.
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    Overview

    Total Faculty 862
    Total Enrollment 21,480
    Programs 474
    Courses 3,889
    Equivalencies 46,793 incoming Equivalencies
    19,137 outgoing Equivalencies

    Financial Information

    • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
      Transfer students could be eligible for the Community College Transfer Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship and/or Adult Scholarship.
    • Tuition and Fees:
      12 Credit Hours (per semester) In-State 4,451.50; 12 Credit Hours (per semester) Out-of-State 10,307.50

    Information for Transfer In Students

    • Adult Degree Completion Programs:
      Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.); Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) Regents On-line Degree Program; Bachelor of Liberal Studies (B.L.S.); Bachelor of Liberal Studies (B.L.S) Regents On-line Program
    • Credit for Prior Learning:
      Portfolio Assessments, Institutional Challenge Exams, Institutionally-Evaluated Training or Credit, ACE-Military, ACE-Workplace, ACT/SAT, CLEP, DANTES/DSST.

    Application Deadlines for Transfer

    Fall July 1
    Spring December 1
    Summer May 1

    Additional Information

    • Adult Learner Focused Institution:
      Yes
    • Veteran Friendly:
      Yes
    • Student Services Extended Hours:
      For Library hours please visit http://www.memphis.edu/libraries/about/hours/.
    • Childcare:
      Yes

    Transfer Application Requirements

    • Official Transcripts:
      Official high school transcripts are required. Official college transcripts from all previously attended institutions are required for admission consideration.
    • SAT/ACT Scores:
      ACT/SAT scores are only required if you have fewer than 15 transferable credits.
    • Application Fee:
      The nonrefundable undergraduate application fee is $25.00; $50.00 for international students.
    • Request More Information:
    • Apply Here:

    Transfer Credit Policy

    • Minimum Grade:
      The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is a "D" or higher.
    • Credits (Min/Max):
      The minimum number of credits that transfers must complete at UM to earn a bachelor's degree is 30.

    University of Memphis

    Address:
    Southern Avenue
    Memphis, Tennessee 38152
    Main Phone:
    (901) 678-2000
    Website:
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    Contacts

    Transfer Admission Contact:
    Undergraduate Admissions
    Admissions
    (901) 678-2111
    recruitment@memphis.edu
    Veterans Services Contact:
    Marcallina James
    Coordinator & U.S. Navy Veteran
    (901) 678-4269
    msjames@memphis.edu
    Adult Learner Contact:
    Carol Chancellor
    Admissions Counselor for Nontraditional Students
    (901) 678-3331
    cchncllr@memphis.edu

    Branch Campuses/Additional Locations

    The University of Memphis Lambuth
    705 Lambuth Blvd.
    Jackson, TN 38301
    (731) 427-4725
    http://www.memphis.edu/lambuth/
    Last updated on 4/14/2020 by AcademyOne.