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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
- Founded
- 1912
- World ranking (directory)
- #273
Official website
www.memphis.edu/USAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Carnegie R1 Doctoral
University of Memphis
The University of Memphis is a public research university located in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. It was established in 1912 and is the flagship institution of the University of Memphis system. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including business, engineering, health sciences, humanities, and social sciences. It is known for its strong research initiatives, particularly in the fields of health sciences and engineering.
Last full enrichment: 7 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
Forbes #32 · 2026US News & World Report #33 · 2026US News & World Report #33 · 2025US News & World Report #232 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Application Fee: $50
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
Internationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$45,077 avg starting salary
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 5/10
Popular fields
Engineering TechnologyMechanical EngineeringInformation SystemsData ScienceCivil EngineeringMasters in Public HealthMasters in BioinformaticsElectrical and Computer Engineering
Top Recruiters
DeloittePwCAmazonLocal Enterprises
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Memphis, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 65%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
Application fee: $50
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Application fee: 50
💡Acceptance rate: 65%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.0
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school