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About the University of Memphis

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Memphis

In a city that has changed the world in more ways than one, we're driven to do the same.  And starting here, so can you.  ÁñÁ«Ö±²¥ has been educating students from all over the world for over 100 years.  UofM researchers and faculty are leaders in over 250 fields of study, which means a wealth of academic choices for you.  In the heart of the nation's 20th largest city, learning isn't limited to classrooms or labs.  Memphis is a hub of international commerce, culture and creativity.  Whatever your passion, here you'll discover endless paths toward pursuing it.

The UofM Experience

  • Public research university founded in 1912
  • Located in a residential neighborhood in the heart of Memphis
    • With a fully commissioned police force and robust technology enhancements, we keep our community safe.
    • Walking friendly campus, small on-campus community
  • 57 undergraduate majors
  • 307 degree programs (135 undergraduate, 43 masters, 48 doctoral, 54 graduate certificates and 27 accelerated degree programs)
  • More than 22,000 students and more than 4,000 are graduate students
  • Maintains a 15:1 student/faculty ratio
  • The UofM achieved U.S. News & World Report ranking as a Top Public University in 2019 and 2020 and was ranked by College Gazette as a Top 10 Public Universities on the Rise. View all rankings >
  • 8 on-campus housing options including graduate and student family options
  • 300+ student organizations including many multicultural organizations
  • Fitness Center with Gym, Sauna, Sports ground, Steam, fitness classes, Two Olympic size swimming pools, nutrition workshops and fitness trainers
  • Tiger Athletics - UofM Tigers are Division 1 Team in AAC

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Driven by doing.

  • Hands-on learning
  • Faculty commitment & involvement
  • Internship opportunities

Research Opportunities

Home to over 30 Research Centers and Institutes. The 5 prominent Centers of Excellence are: 

  • Center for Earthquake Research & Information (CERI)
  • Center for Information Assurance
  • Center for Research in Educational Policy (CREP)
  • Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology (IEAA)
  • Center for Excellence in Mobile Sensor Data-to-Knowledge (MD2K)

The International Experience

Learn why International Students choose the University of Memphis (PDF) >

  • Students represented from 72 countries.
  • The Center for International Education Services (CIES) is the institutional home for International Student Services.
  • CIES is committed to serving the needs of the international community and providing a welcoming environment for international students. 
  • International students are enrolled in: computer science, information systems, business administration, earth sciences, English, mathematical sciences, music, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering