Scholarships

University of Memphis Scholarships

The University of Memphis (UofM) offers several hundred academic scholarships each year in varying amounts. Your application for admission to the UofM also serves as your merit scholarship application.

For more information on scholarship eligibility and any other questions you may have, contact the UofM Scholarship Office directly at scholarships@memphis.edu, 901.678.3213 or visit the UofM Scholarship Office website >.

Non-Resident Honors Student Award (Out-of-State Students Only)

First-time out-of-state freshmen accepted into the Helen Hardin Honors College who meet the requirements below are eligible to receive the Non-Resident Honors Student Award (NRHSA), which covers the out-of-state portion of tuition. This scholarship reduces the cost of UofM tuition to the amount paid by in-state students. The NRHSA is renewable for up to eight consecutive semesters provided students maintain good standing with the Honors College by meeting both GPA and participation requirements.

Eligibility Criteria (students must meet both)

• 3.25 GPA
• 25 ACT or 1200 SAT

Scholarship Requirements

• Full-Time Enrollment
• Maintain “good standing” with the Helen Hardin Honors College
• Actively pursue the honors graduation designation (2-3 honors courses per year)

Scholarship Benefits

• Covers out-of-state portion of tuition
• Renewable for up to eight full-time semesters

For more information, please contact the Honors College at honors@memphis.edu.

Helen Hardin Honors College Scholarship

The Honors College may provide a one-time, nonrenewable scholarship for the academic year for continuing students in the Honors College.

Selection Criteria:

• Must be a member in "Good Standing" of the Helen Hardin Honors College for at least one year prior to applying for the award
• Must have successfully taken a minimum of one Honors course within one academic year of applying for the award
• Preference will be given to students of high academic merit as evidenced by a strong cumulative GPA and with demonstrated financial need by filing a FAFSA
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Submit resume

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Dr. Elizabeth K. Perryman Honors Scholarship

The Dr. Elizabeth K. Perryman Honors Scholarship supports one of the following activities for students majoring in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Earth Sciences or Biomedical Engineering:

1. Supplemental funding toward one academic year of study at the University of Memphis.
2. Study abroad for an academic year, semester, or summer (minimum 10 weeks) at an approved international university/institute or an internship at an international company directly related to the applicant’s major.

Please note: There is only one award available per academic year. 

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Full-time Student (minimum 12 hours per semester)
• Member in "Good Standing" in the Helen Hardin Honors College
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior classification
• Majoring in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Earth Sciences or Biomedical Engineering
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25
• Must have demonstrated valuable service to the community or university, preferably in gender equality, climate change projects, or biomedical projects

Applicants must provide:

• Two recommendations from faculty of their major department
• Resume
• Undergraduate transcript
• A completed application with detailed essay about needs, qualifications and plans for this special scholarship

Application Deadline: Febuary 1, 2025

National Scholarships & Fellowships

The Honors College identifies and assists well-qualified students in competing for prestigious national and international fellowships (Goldwater, Truman, Rhodes, Marshall, and others).  As a general rule, successful applicants for these scholarships have a 3.7 GPA or higher.  Depending on the scholarship, an exemplary academic record must be matched by leadership positions in extracurricular organizations or community service (e.g., Truman Scholarship) or ample research experience (e.g., Goldwater Scholarship).

All prospective applicants are encouraged to visit each scholarship's website and carefully read their guidelines and eligibility requirements. Students interested in fellowship opportunities should contact the Honors Office.

Scholarship Service Hours

The Honors College does not require members to complete service hours. However, many scholarships offered by the University of Memphis (UofM), such as the Dean's, Provost and Presidential awards, require a service obligation to the institution of 25-50 hours per academic year. These merit scholarships offered by the UofM are managed by the UofM Scholarship Office (located on the second floor of Wilder Tower). More information about fulfilling service hours through the Honors College >