Application Process

TIP: Applying early in the fall semester is truly the best way to prepare for college enrollment. We advise future Tigers to apply before December 1. We’ll continue rolling admissions review through spring and summer. 

Apply to UofM ✔️ ... What Next?

Application Submision

Following completion and successful submission of the online application, you will receive an immediate confirmation of receipt in your personal e-mail account (provided on the application).  This message will also include a reminder to check your Tiger Tracks portal often for additional information and application status.

Please note: Once an application has been submitted online, you will be unable to make corrections or updates yourself.

Your University of Memphis assigned ID will be provided in the Tiger Tracks portal.  The number will appear in the top-right corner of the portal and begin with the letter U. This ID is referred to as your student ID, Banner ID, or U number. The ID is important as you move through the admissions / enrollment process.

Comprehensive Review

The University of Memphis evaluates applicants for admission on a rolling, space-available basis. The Admissions Committee considers the kind of applicant you are (freshman, transfer, returning, etc.), and all the corresponding information provided in support of the application, including both academic and non-academic support, and conducts a comprehensive review. The Admissions Committee evaluates each applicant to determine if there is sufficient evidence to suggest that applicant is capable of success at the University of Memphis. At times, more information may be requested by the committee to help make a better, more informed decision.

Please note the State of Tennessee requires that all degree-seeking candidates have US History as part of their curriculum. While most students complete that requirement while still in high school, others will have to complete some courses at the University to resolve it. Applicants who completed US History in high school will be required to forward their high school transcript to the Office of Admissions to verify completion. 

Admission Decision

Admission analysts typically reviews completed application files within 5-7 business days except during peak periods which will extend processing time.  All documentation submitted in support of the application is used to help determine if an applicant is admissible.

You will be notified of your admission decision by standard mail and email (you will be required to login to your Tiger Tracks portal to receive the decision). If you are offered admission, you will be provided a 20-digit student account activation code - this code will be available in your Tiger Tracks portal. You will need the code to establish access to your UofM email and your myMemphis accounts. Instructions for establishing access are provided in the Tiger Tracks portal. To maintain the best contact with the University, we recommend you activate your account as soon as possible. Your UofM email address is where “official” University communication will be sent.