Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
93.38%
SAT Average
1,051
ACT Range
17-24
University of Memphis Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 93.38%. This means approximately 934 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 13,645 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
93.38%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,344 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,784 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,164 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,253 | State avg: $15,202. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.96% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 38.77% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Memphis Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$14,784
Room and board
$10,344
Books and supplies
$920
Other expenses
$6,462
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,164
Average net price
$13,253
Average aid coverage
47%
$11,911 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Memphis pays approximately $13,253 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Tennessee average of $15,202 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Memphis?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Tennessee and national averages.
University of Memphis net price
$13,253
Tennessee average
$15,202
National average
$17,506
University of Memphis Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $14,784 and average net price at $13,253. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$14,784
Current net price
$13,253
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
49.42%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$48,458
Undergraduates
13,645
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Memphis vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Memphis graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Memphis?
Undergraduates
13,645
Completion rate
49.42%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.96%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
38.77%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.96% of University of Memphis students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 38.77% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Memphis
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Memphis's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Memphis lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Memphis is listed at Alumni Avenue, Memphis, TN 38152. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Memphis with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis | 93.38% | $14,784 | $13,253 | $48,458 |
| Vanderbilt University | 6.28% | $63,946 | $19,040 | $91,565 |
| Baptist Health Sciences University | 67.76% | $13,846 | $13,401 | $72,529 |
| Rhodes College | 49.68% | $54,892 | $25,060 | $66,651 |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $66,318 |
Similar Schools in Memphis
This local cluster focuses on nearby Memphis schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Memphis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Memphis's acceptance rate?
University of Memphis's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 93.38%.
How much is University of Memphis tuition?
University of Memphis's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $14,784.
What is University of Memphis's average net price?
University of Memphis's average net price in the local dataset is $13,253.
What is University of Memphis's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $48,458 for University of Memphis.
Is University of Memphis accredited?
University of Memphis's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Memphis?
The local dataset lists 13,645 undergraduate students at University of Memphis.
What percentage of University of Memphis students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Memphis in the local dataset is 39.96%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Memphis?
The federal loan rate for University of Memphis in the local dataset is 38.77%.
Where should I verify University of Memphis data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Memphis or the latest official federal education data.