Explore Program Options
Apply to UofM Grad School
Application requirements vary by program. View requirements prior to starting your application by selecting the "Applicant Information" link for your chosen academic department in the Graduate School directory.
Applications are available online at Apply for Graduate Admissions. A non-refundable application and processing fee of $35 U.S. is required of a domestic applicant and processing fee of $60 U.S. is required of an international applicant.
Education + Practical Experience
There are opportunities for on-campus employment. At the UofM, we strive to provide students with real-world, technical, resume-building work that offers compensation. We partner with influential companies and many students go on to work full-time for these same companies after graduation.
For example, University of Memphis Research Foundation (UMRF) Ventures Inc. hires UofM students for good-paying jobs with Fortune 500 companies like FedEx while facilitating collaborations with corporations, agencies and organizations that help to grow Memphis.
You may also apply for a graduate assistant (GA) position. If awarded a GA position, you will work 20 hours per week in addition to your course- load. In return, you will receive tuition reimbursement and a monthly stipend. Learn more about GA opportunities >
Culture + Career Connections
When you choose the University of Memphis, you're also choosing the City of Memphis. Memphis sits at the crossroads of international commerce, culture and creativity. Learn more about the City of Memphis >
The UofM is located in a metropolitan area, home to some of the most renowned Fortune 500 companies. That proximity opens up a wealth of career, networking and internship opportunities for our students — making Memphis a great place to expand your education. Here is a small sample of our partnering companies:
| AutoZone Baptist Memorial Health Care Bosch C.H. Robinson Cisco Cummins Elsevier FedEx First Tennessee |
Hilton Worldwide Homeland Security Intel International Paper Master IT Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare New Horizons Northwestern Mutual Orion Federal Credit Union |
ReTrans Sherwin-Williams Smith & Nephew Target Terminix Thomas & Betts Walgreens Pfizer Raymond James Financial |
Graduate Student & Family Housing
One-Bedroom and Two-Bedroom Options | Located on the Park Avenue Campus
Moving to Memphis and need affordable, convenient housing? The Park Avenue Campus is just one mile from the main campus. The residents are comprised of students, spouses and students' children. ADA accessible apartments are available.
Learn more and apply for housing >