University of Memphis
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 12,701 students.
About This School
University of Memphis is a public institution located in Memphis, Tennessee with approximately 12,701 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Memphis has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 72%. The average net price after financial aid is $12,397 per year. The graduation rate is 51%, and the typical graduate earns $43,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Memphis (Memphis) is a public research university in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. Founded in 1912, the university has an enrollment of more than 20,000 students.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $13,253 average net price is genuinely affordable, and median debt at graduation is a manageable $15,809, making it a reasonable financial choice for cost-conscious students. However, the 49% graduation rate is a real concern — nearly half of students who start here don't finish, which is worth taking seriously when evaluating fit and support systems. Worth considering if you're pursuing programs tied to the Memphis job market or need an affordable regional university, but come in with a clear plan and use academic support resources early.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 15% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (12,701 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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