2023 Comprehensive Report on Rankings, Costs, Graduation Rate and More
$14,251
Net Price
95%
Admitted
18%
Enrolled
54%
Graduation Rate
16/1
Student / Faculty
University Detail
University of Memphis
is a public, four or more years institution with a total student enrollment of 21,622. In 2021, there were 373 psychology and social work graduates. This institution ranks #19 in Tennessee and ranks #706 in the U.S. for schools that offer psychology degree programs.
Psychology Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Postgraduate Certificate, Master, Doctor
Psychology Graduates
373
Total Enrollment
21,622
Type
Public, Four or more years
Institution Accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Ranking for University of Memphis
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Tennessee Rank
Combining ranking factors for 34 schools that offer psychology degrees in Tennessee, University of Memphis ranks #19.
U.S. Rank
Combining ranking factors for 1,438 schools that offer psychology degrees in the U.S., University of Memphis ranks #706.
Psychology Programs Offered
For psychology degrees, University of Memphis offers General Psychology and Social Work at the bachelor level. At the postgraduate certificate level, the university offers Counseling and Applied Psychology, Educational Psychology and Mental Health Counseling. At the master level Counseling and Applied Psychology, Educational Psychology, General Psychology, School Psychology and Social Work are offered. At the doctorate level Counseling and Applied Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology and General Psychology are offered.
In the table below, see the programs offered and the number of graduates in each program.
| Psychology Graduates in 2021 | BS | PG CERT | MA | PhD |
| Counseling and Applied Psychology | – | 4 | 10 | 13 |
| Counseling Psychology | – | – | – | 7 |
| Educational Psychology | – | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| General Psychology | 175 | – | 10 | 10 |
| Mental Health Counseling | – | 1 | – | – |
| School Psychology | – | – | 4 | – |
| Social Work | 63 | – | 60 | – |
| Total Graduates | 238 | 9 | 90 | 36 |
Psychology Program Accreditation(s)
Admission, Enrollment, Graduation
In the fall of 2021, 14,916 students applied to the University of Memphis. The university admitted 95% and 18% of those who were admitted also enrolled.
By comparison, the average number of applicants for Tennessee universities is 6,236. On average, all Tennessee institutions admit 72% and 29% of those who were admitted end up enrolling into the institution.
The percentage of University of Memphis students who return after their first year to begin their second year is 72%. Compared to all Tennessee four or more years colleges, the percentage is 73%.
The overall graduation rate for University of Memphis is 54%, compared to 57% for all Tennessee universities, while the number of students who transferred out of the program is 27%.
Compare UofM to Tennessee Four or more years Colleges
Offering Psychology Degrees
Compare admission, acceptance, retention and graduation rates of University of Memphis to the average of all Tennessee four or more years schools that offer psychology degrees.
Why it Matters
Compare Admission and Enrollment
Low admission rates and high enrollment rates denote not only how selective a school is, but also how in-demand the school is. High graduation rates show the overall success of an institution.
UofM
14,916
Applicants
95%
Percent Admitted
18%
Percent Enrolled
72%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
54%
Graduation Rate
TN Colleges
6,236
Applicants
72%
Percent Admitted
29%
Percent Enrolled
73%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
57%
Graduation Rate
Student & Faculty Information
In the fall of 2021, there were 973 or 67% full-time instructional or research faculty members of all faculty and there were 487 or 33% part-time faculty members employed at University of Memphis. The number of full-time instructional faculty was 888 or 61%.
Part-time teachers are paid less and cost less, so any organization with a disproportionate number of part-time teachers can invest money in more important areas. However, as part-time teachers, participants can work full-time in their profession and bring experience to the classroom.
Why it Matters
Compare Faculty Numbers
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional percentages indicate that institutions focus their investments in areas that matter most to students.
UofM
16 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
67%
Percent Full-Time
33%
Percent Part-Time
61%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
TN Colleges
13 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
60%
Percent Full-Time
40%
Percent Part-Time
59%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
Tuition and Student Expenses
For the 2021-2022 academic year at University of Memphis the average cost of undergraduate tuition is $8,352, and the average cost for books and supplies is $1,600.
For graduate students, the average cost for tuition is $9,378 and the average cost for graduate fees is $1,530.
In the table below, find the average total expenses to attend University of Memphis in 2021-2022 including tuition, room, board and living expenses for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Note that the average total expenses do not include financial aid, grants, loans or scholarships. You can find the average financial aid and net price data in the sections below.
| Expenses for University of Memphis | 2021-2022 |
| On Campus Room & Board | $9,354 |
| On-Campus Living Expenses | $5,419 |
| Total Living Expenses | $14,773 |
| Tuition for In-State, Undergraduate | $8,352 |
| Books and Supplies, Undergraduate | $1,600 |
| Total Undergraduate Expenses | $24,725 |
| In-State, Graduate Tuition | $9,378 |
| In-State, Graduate Fees | $1,530 |
| Total Graduate Expenses | $10,908 |
Net Price
Average Net Price
The average net price to attend University of Memphis is $14,251. Average net price is calculated by adding tuition, room, board, living costs, books, supplies together and then subtracting the average financial (grants, scholarships and loans) for federal financial aid recipients.
In other words, the average net price is the average amount students pay to attend this university for one year.
Average net price is calculated from the most recent data supplied by each institution to the US Department of Education and is found by subtracting the average amount of federal, state/local government, or institutional grant or scholarship aid from the total cost of attendance. The total cost of attendance is the sum of published tuition and required fees (lower of in-district or in-state), books and supplies, and the weighted average for room and board and other expenses.
Net Price by Family Income
Depending on the federal, state, or institutional grant aid available, the table below shows the average amount students pay to attend University of Memphis presented by family income bracket.
Students may pay more or less depending on their individual circumstances; however, these are the average costs as tracked by the university and reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
| Average Net Price by Income | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 |
| $0 – $30,000 | $11,084 | $11,640 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $11,948 | $12,495 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $16,825 | $15,155 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $18,622 | $18,894 |
| $110,001 and more | $18,634 | $18,714 |
Compare University of Memphis to all Tennessee universitas that offer psychology degrees for the cost to attend, average financial aid, percent of students receiving aid and the average net price to attend.
For program ranking, we see a lower overall cost of tuition and cost of living expenses minus the average financial aid a student may receive as the ranking factor student may want to consider.
Why it Matters
Compare Average Cost to Attend and Net Price
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional professors indicates to us institutions that focus their investments in areas that matter most: the education of students by the best instructors possible.
UofM
$24,725
Cost to Attend
$7,671
Average Financial Aid
97%
Percent Receiving Aid
$14,251
Net Price
TN Colleges
$38,189
Cost to Attend
$16,224
Average Financial Aid
96%
Percent Receiving Aid
$19,644
Average Net Price
Financial Aid
The number of beginning students who enter postsecondary education for the first time and receive financial aid is 2,424 or 97%.
The number of undergraduate students who receive a grant or scholarship is 14,387 and the average amount of their grant or scholarship is $7,671.
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | # Receiving Aid | Average Aid Received |
|---|---|---|
| Grant or Scholarship Aid | 14,387 | $7,671 |
| Pell Grants | 7,016 | $4,813 |
| Federal Student Loans | 7,597 | $6,548 |
Below, compare the financial aid students receive at the University of Memphis to all schools across the United States that offer psychology degrees.
We see higher percentages of those receiving aid and the percent that aid covers the net price of education as an indicator of the strength of the institution.
Why it Matters
Compare Financial Aid
Financial Aid can make the difference between being able to afford college or being priced out of college. Many students may find college far more affordable than they could imagine, when accounting for the various kinds of financial aid available.
UofM
14,387
Grant or Scholarship Aid
50%
Grants or Scholarships
7,016
Number of Pell Grants
24%
Pell Grants
7,597
Federal Student Loans
26%
Federal Student Loans
TN Colleges
4,167
Grant or Scholarship Aid
54%
Grants or Scholarships
1,615
Number of Pell Grants
21%
Pell Grants
1,978
Federal Student Loans
25%
Federal Student Loans
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