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University of Memphis Computer Science Programs

University of Memphis is a public institution located in Memphis, TN. A Major City Center offers tranquility and safety close to urban amenities.

University of Memphis Rankings

University of Memphis has earned the following rankings for computer science programs at the bachelors level:

Ranking Rank Among
Overall Quality #10 of 12 State — Tennessee
Overall Quality #124 of 168 Region — Southeast
Overall Quality #573 of 692 Nationwide

Where Is University of Memphis?

Location of University of Memphis

Get in touch with University of Memphis are given below.

Contact Details
Address: Alumni Avenue, Memphis, TN 38152
Phone: 9016782000
Website: www.memphis.edu/
Admissions: www.memphis.edu/admissions/
Financial Aid: www.memphis.edu/financialaid/

How Do I Get Into University of Memphis?

You can apply to University of Memphis online at: https://www.memphis.edu/admissions/apply/index.php

University of Memphis is classified as Less Selective (70-85%) for admissions.

Admission Requirements for University of Memphis

Here’s what University of Memphis considers when reviewing applications:

Requirement Status
Secondary School Record Required
Secondary School GPA Required
Recommendations Considered but not required
Admission Test Scores (SAT/ACT) Required

How Hard Is It To Get Into University of Memphis?

University of Memphis has an acceptance rate of 72%, which means it is fairly accessible. Be sure to prepare a complete application and prepare the application in full.

Of those admitted, 18% choose to enroll — a modest enrollment yield, suggesting many admitted students choose other institutions.

Average Test Scores

4% of admitted students submitted SAT scores and 90% submitted ACT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile of admitted students at University of Memphis, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 480 and 600. Math scores were between 435 and 580.

SAT Reading and Writing Scores for University of Memphis  ( 480 to 600 )
200
800
SAT Math Scores for University of Memphis  ( 435 to 580 )
200
800
Combined SAT scores ranged from 915 to 1180.
SAT Total Scores for University of Memphis  ( 915 to 1180 )
400
1600
ACT Composite scores for admitted students at University of Memphis ranged between 18 and 24.

ACT Composite Scores for University of Memphis  ( 18 to 24 )
1
36

Selectivity by Gender

Selectivity numbers at University of Memphis vary modestly across gender.

Gender Applicants Admitted Acceptance Rate
Men 5,546 3,966 72%
Women 9,537 6,898 72%

Can I Afford University of Memphis?

The average net price after aid at University of Memphis is $13,253. The affordability of the school largely depends on your financial need since net price varies by income group.

Tuition & Fees

Category Cost
In-State Tuition $8,856
In-State Fees $1,872
Out-of-State Tuition $13,512
Out-of-State Fees $1,872
Total In-State Tuition & Fees $10,728
Total Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $15,384

Financial Aid

When including loans, work-study, and grants, 15% of students at University of Memphis receive some form of financial aid (2,535 students).

Nearly 82% of students at University of Memphis receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,459 per student.

41% of students receive federal Pell Grants, averaging $6,619.

Student Loan Debt

38% of University of Memphis undergraduates take out federal student loans, averaging $6,705 per year.

University of Memphis Undergraduate Student Diversity

There are 6,237 students enrolled at University of Memphis. University of Memphis is classified as a 20,000 and above institution by enrollment size. Its Carnegie Classification is Doctoral Universities: Highest Research Activity.

Gender Diversity

Of the 13,645 undergraduate students at University of Memphis, approximately 41% are male and 59% are female.

Undergraduate Gender Diversity at University of Memphis

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

The racial-ethnic breakdown of University of Memphis undergraduate students is as follows.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity of University of Memphis Undergraduate Students
Race/Ethnicity Number of Students
Asian 764
Black or African American 5,144
Hispanic 1,664
White 5,116
American Indian/Alaska Native 13
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 13
Two or More Races 600
Non-Resident 245

Geographic Diversity

The top 5 home states of first-time undergraduate students at University of Memphis break down as follows.

Top 5 Home States of University of Memphis Students
State First-Time UG Students
Tennessee 1,639
Mississippi 129
Arkansas 21
Missouri 20
Florida 12

Additionally, approximately 1.8% of undergraduate students are non-resident from outside the United States.

University of Memphis Graduate Student Diversity

4,965 of University of Memphis’s students are in graduate programs. The highest graduate-level award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Gender Diversity (Graduate)

Among graduate students at University of Memphis, approximately 39% are male and 61% are female.

Graduate Gender Diversity at University of Memphis

Racial-Ethnic Diversity (Graduate)

The racial-ethnic breakdown of University of Memphis graduate students is as follows.

Graduate Racial-Ethnic Diversity at University of Memphis
Race/Ethnicity Number of Students
Asian 173
Black or African American 1,251
Hispanic 228
White 1,802
American Indian/Alaska Native 14
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 4
Two or More Races 119
Non-Resident 1,360

Online Learning at University of Memphis

University of Memphis delivers distance learning options for students who need flexibility.

6,448 undergraduate students at University of Memphis took at least one online class — of those, 3,381 took all of their classes online.

At the graduate level, 982 students took at least one online class and 1,670 took all classes online. Distance education is available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Computer Science Programs at University of Memphis

Below are the computer science degree programs are offered by University of Memphis, showing degrees awarded by level in the most recent reporting year.

Program Bachelor’s Master’s Doctorate Total
Computer and Information Sciences, General 331 331
Computer Science 79 158 2 240
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management 74

Academic Programs at University of Memphis

University of Memphis offers 29 distinct academic programs.

The highest level of award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Institutional Profile

University of Memphis has an open admission policy: No. Credit transfer:

  • AP credits: Yes
  • Dual enrollment credits: Yes
  • Life experience credits: Implied no

References

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