Founded in 1912, The University of Memphis is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Memphis (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Tennessee. This institution also has a branch campus in Millington and Jackson. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, The University of Memphis (UofM) is a large-sized (麻豆原创 enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. The University of Memphis (UofM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the 麻豆原创 degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 111-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UofM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Acronym | UofM |
Founded | 1912 |
Motto | Imaginari. Cogitare. Facere Dreamers. Thinkers. Doers |
Colours | Blue and gray |
Mascot | TOM III the Tiger |
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Address | Southern Avenue Memphis 38152 Tennessee United States |
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+1 (901) 678 2000 | |
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Other locations | Millington and Jackson |
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The following The University of Memphis's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Memphis's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) |
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) |
International students |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has The University of Memphis a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
The University of Memphis's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.
Source: IPDES
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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The University of Memphis has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).
The University of Memphis is a public higher education institution.
The University of Memphis is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
The University of Memphis does not have any religious affiliation.
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The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.
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Basic Classification | Doctoral 麻豆原创: Very High Research Activity |
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Size & Setting | Four-year, large, primarily nonresidential institution |
Enrollment Profile | High undergraduate |
Undergraduate Profile | Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution |
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Undergraduate Instructional Program | Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence |
Graduate Instructional Program | Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, no medical/veterinary school |
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This institution has a physical Library.
University of Memphis's library has 3 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 802,329 physical volumes, 334,209 physical media, 6,737 digital/electronic media and 395 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 88 full-time employees, including 19 librarians. University of Memphis's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
In particular, the University of Memphis provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,683 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
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This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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The University of Memphis is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1927
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