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    University of Memphis

    Memphis, Tennessee
    • Public
      4 year
    • 12.6K
      Full + Part time Students
    • 1:14
      Faculty to Student Ratio
    • 9%
      Transfer Student Ratio
    The University of Memphis is noted for its comprehensive innovative academic programs, Carnegie R1 interdisciplinary research centers, and for capitalizing on its urban setting to address the challenge of our global society. Renowned professors and their students connect with industries, agencies and communities in research. Nationally recognized programs include health studies, nursing engineering, 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

    Founded 1912
    Total Faculty 862
    Total Enrollment 21,935
    Full-Time Undergraduate 12,606
    Transfer Students 1,512
    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 University Transfer Scholarship (4-year institution transfers) Community College Transfer Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship and/or Adult Scholarship.
    • Tuition and Fees:
      12 Credit Hours (per semester) In-State $5,628; 12 Credit Hours (per semester) Out-of-State $7,980

    Information for Transfer In Students

    • 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

    Spring December 1
    Summer May 1
    Fall August 1

    Additional Information

    • Adult Learner Focused Institution:
      Yes
    • Veteran Friendly:
      Yes
    • Flexible Options:
      Yes
    • Childcare:
      Yes

    Transfer Application Requirements

    • Minimum GPA:
      2.0 GPA from previous post-secondary institution
    • 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.
    • Interview:
      N/A
    • Associates Degree Required:
      Associates Degree not required to transfer, however earning an Associates Degree is one of the requirements to be eligible to apply for the Community College Transfer Scholarship
    • Request More Information:
      Request More Information
    • Apply Here:
      www.memphis.edu/admissions/apply.php

    Transfer Credit Policy

    • Minimum Grade:
      The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is a "D" or higher. Note: "D" grades may or may not apply towards degree completion requirements.
    • Credits (Min/Max):
      Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours from the University of Memphis to earn a Bachelors Degree from the University of Memphis

    Virtual Tour

    There are many ways you can explore the beautiful campus. Clicking on the images will take you to virtual tours of the Main campus, UofM Lambuth, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and residence halls. A Spanish language tour is available by using the Language dropdown below the tour guide. Our virtual campus tours are best experienced using the latest versions of popular browsers.

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    University of Memphis

    Address:
    3720 Aumni Avenue
    Memphis, Tennessee 38152
    United States
    Main Phone:
    (901) 678-2111
    Website:
    www.memphis.edu
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    Contacts

    Transfer Admission Contact:
    Connor Bankey
    Coordinator of Transfer Enrollment, Admissions
    (901)678-2617
    IM Screen Names: recruitment@memphis.edu
    cbankey@memphis.edu
    Veterans Services Contact:
    SFC Chris Bourque
    Veterans and Military Services Coordinator, Veterans & Military Student Services
    (901) 678-4269
    Chris.Bourque@memphis.edu
    Financial Aid & Scholarship:
    Emily Stovall
    Coordinator of Financial Aid & Scholarship Outreach, Financial Aid & Scholarships
    (901)678-3680
    Emily.Stovall@memphis.edu
    Experiential Learning:
    Experiential Learning
    Experiential Learning, Center For Regional Economic Enrichment
    (901)678-2754
    elc_program@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 10/2/2025 by University of Memphis.