Is University of Memphis worth it?
University of Memphis is a public, four-year institution in Memphis, Tennessee (large city). It awarded 5,075 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in exercise science and kinesiology, registered nursing and business administration and management.
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Federal context for University of Memphis
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,466
Median earnings 4 years after
$57,507
Median earnings 10 years after
$48,458
Average net price
$12,397
Completion rate
51%
Completions (2024)
5,075
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
12,701
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $73,680 | $75,444 | 439 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $32,305 | $50,126 | 379 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $37,229 | $49,707 | 286 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $47,611 | $65,045 | 188 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,582 | $45,700 | 184 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $35,900 | $53,399 | 154 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | $49,673 | $56,248 | 153 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $83,471 | $113,843 | 153 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $51,425 | $71,038 | 148 |
| Law | First professional | $52,464 | $81,169 | 140 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $37,158 | $48,798 | 131 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $98,692 | $115,610 | 124 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $43,986 | $67,468 | 115 |
| Social Work | Master's | $47,507 | $61,683 | 92 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $33,502 | $44,293 | 91 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 392 |
| Information Technology | Master's | 331 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 321 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 213 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 204 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 202 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 158 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 130 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 114 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 102 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 24% | 7,811 |
| Educational Services | 17% | 5,539 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8% | 2,770 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 2,650 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 7% | 2,248 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 1,825 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 1,787 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | 5% | 1,633 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Memphis. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Tennessee. Counts under 10 are not published.
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