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The University of Memphis, also known as “U of M”, is a public research university located in the Normal Station neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, United States. It was founded in the year 1912. University of Memphis is the flagship public research university of the Tennessee Board of Regents system. It offers a wide variety of degrees and programs through diverse areas of study. The schools and colleges under this university include the:
U of M’s athletic teams are nicknamed the Tigers. The university is a Division I member of the NCAA and a member of Conference USA.
Students attend University Of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee, a large city. The school is a public institution. University Of Memphis degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in mathematics.
University Of Memphis is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 475 and 600.
University Of Memphis has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 20,465 students at the school (as of 2005).
University Of Memphis values student athletics, and belongs to the Conference USA.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Mission of the University of Memphis is to: Provide high-quality learning opportunities in the many areas of modern educational activity, traditional course work, professional education, and engaged scholarship. Pursue creative discovery and dissemination of new knowledge through research, artistic expression, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Transfer knowledge and collaborate through active engagement with the range of community stakeholders and institutions. Provide leadership and services to address social, intellectual, economic development, and scientific challenges. Embrace a diverse student population engaged in personal enrichment, lifelong learning, pursuit of successful careers, and meaningful participation in a global society. We are committed to furthering this mission and to ensuring that the University is recognized among the leading metropolitan research universities in America."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Memphis
Memphis, TN 38152
General Phone: (901) 678-2000
Admissions Phone: (901) 678-2101
Financial Aid Phone: (901) 678-2303
http://www.memphis.edu
University Of Memphis awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 786 | interdisciplinary studies, English, liberal arts and sciences, history, sociology, political science, foreign language and literature, general studies, ... |
| Business And Management | 640 | business management, marketing, accounting, finance, MIS, international business, sales, logistics, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 502 | curriculum and instruction, teacher ed, school counseling, educational administration, education, special ed, higher education administration, physical education teaching, ... |
| Media | 217 | journalism, mass communication |
| Therapy And Counseling | 184 | psychology, school psychology, educational psychology, counseling psychology |
| Law | 160 | law |
| Engineering | 121 | electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, biomedical engineering, industrial engineering, engineering |
| Science | 105 | biology, chemistry, physics, bacteriology, geology, geophysics |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 96 | registered nursing |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 96 | exercise science, sports and fitness management, clinical nutritionist |
| Family And Social Work | 78 | consumer economics, social work, public administration |
| Art Studies | 73 | art studies |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 67 | criminal justice and administration |
| Engineering Technician | 64 | engineering technology, electronics tech, computer engineering tech, manufacturing tech, architectural engineering tech |
| Mathematics | 59 | mathematics |
| Music | 52 | music, various music studies |
| Medical Support And Technology | 35 | audiology and speech pathology, audiology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 34 | computer science, computer engineering |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 31 | drama |
| Architecture And Planning | 19 | urban planning, environmental design |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | philosophy |
| Medical Adminstration | 13 | health care facilities management |
| Fine Arts | 12 | art history and criticism |
| Hospitality | 8 | hotel management |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 8 | real estate |
| Design | 0 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Memphis in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,293 | 62 |
| Master's degree | 889 | 50 |
| First-professional degree | 160 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 109 | 21 |
| Post-master's certificate | 14 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 13 | 4 |
In 2005, University Of Memphis had a total enrollment of 20,465 students (16,318 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 75% |
| Graduate | 23% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 33% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 94% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
University Of Memphis offers campus housing for 2,448 of its 16,318 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Memphis, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,131 | 3,665 | 71% | 2,073 | 57% |
| Men | 2,176 | 1,470 | 68% | 853 | 58% |
| Women | 2,955 | 2,195 | 74% | 1,220 | 56% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 475 | 600 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 10% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 90% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (901) 678-2101
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,084 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,148 |
| Room and board | $ 6,069 |
| Room charge | $ 2,950 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,590 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,777 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Memphis participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 350900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (901) 678-2303
University Of Memphis has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 20 | $120,199 | 4 | $87,232 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 18 | $66,266 | 19 | $59,217 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 13 | $45,316 | 25 | $48,896 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $39,434 | 13 | $41,672 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 15 | $36,025 | 7 | $33,879 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 70 | $69,771 | 68 | $51,108 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 168 | $83,219 | 38 | $75,984 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 118 | $64,116 | 66 | $58,451 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 114 | $55,970 | 101 | $51,755 |
| Instructor | academic year | 35 | $37,080 | 40 | $35,941 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $32,060 | 22 | $38,412 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 439 | $66,864 | 267 | $53,390 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Conference USA |
| Basketball | Conference USA |
| Baseball | Conference USA |
| Track | Conference USA |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 168 | 83 | 251 |
| Football | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| Track | 19 | 24 | 43 |
| Basketball | 12 | 11 | 23 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| All Other Sports | 40 | 48 | 88 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Environmental Design/Architecture
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Finance, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technology, General
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Consumer Economics
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Anthropology
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
General Studies
Geography
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Museology/Museum Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
MUSIC
Music, General
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Geophysics and Seismology
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Educational Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Memphis Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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