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University of Memphis

Q: How much does University of Memphis cost?

In-state tuition is $10,344 and out-of-state tuition is $14,784 per year.

Q: What do University of Memphis graduates earn?

The median earnings 5 years after graduation is $40,921 and 10 years after is $48,458.

Q: What percentage of students at University of Memphis take federal loans?

38.8% of students take out federal loans.

Q: What is the enrollment at University of Memphis?

University of Memphis has a total enrollment of 13,645 students (public institution). That is about 9× the national median of 1,556 students for U.S. degree-granting institutions.

Q: How much is out-of-state tuition at University of Memphis?

Out-of-state tuition at University of Memphis is $14,784 per year, compared with $10,344 for in-state students — a difference of $4,440. That is 44% below the national median of $26,585 for out-of-state tuition nationally.

Q: What SAT score do you need to get into University of Memphis?

Admitted students at University of Memphis typically score between 915 and 1180 on the SAT (middle 50%), with an average composite score of 1088. Reading/writing range: 480–600; math range: 435–580.

Q: What ACT score do you need to get into University of Memphis?

The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Memphis score between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

Q: How do University of Memphis graduates' earnings compare to the national median?

Graduates of University of Memphis earn a median of $48,458 ten years after entry — 10% below the national median of $54,122 across 1,889 U.S. institutions in the College Scorecard. That is higher than 33% of ranked U.S. colleges.

Memphis, Tennessee · Public

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Avg Earnings (5yr)

$40,921

Acceptance Rate

93%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$10,344

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Memphis earn a median of $48,458 ten years after entry — 10% below the national median. Acceptance rate 93.4%, average SAT score 1088, in-state tuition $10,344.

At a Glance

Total Students

13,645

Retention Rate

71%

Faculty Ratio

Financial Aid

39%

Median Debt

$23,300

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,088

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

480–600

SAT Math (middle 50%)

435–580

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

18–24

Institution Overview

The University of Memphis is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 93.4%. It has a student population of 13,645. The in-state tuition is $10,344. The university's graduation rate is 48.8%, and its retention rate is 71.2%. The median debt for graduates is $23,300, and 38.8% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $42,466. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $40,921, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $48,458.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$42k

1 YEAR

$41k

5 YEARS

$48k

10 YEARS

Top 67% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Memphis alumni earn a median of $42,466. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $40,921. However, ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $48,458. The median debt for graduates is $23,300.

The University of Memphis has a 93.4% acceptance rate and a 48.8% graduation rate. The retention rate is 71.2%. The in-state tuition is $10,344, and 38.8% of students receive financial aid.