The University of Memphis: what international applicants need

What are The University of Memphis's application deadlines for 2026–27?

The University of Memphis has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on July 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is The University of Memphis's acceptance rate?

72% for students who started in fall 2024: The University of Memphis admitted 10,865 of its 15,084 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does The University of Memphis require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. The University of Memphis requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for The University of Memphis?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 435–580 in Math and 480–600 in Reading and Writing (4% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 18–24.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is The University of Memphis's application fee for international students?

The University of Memphis's application fee is $50 for international applicants: $25 more than the $25 US applicants pay.

Does The University of Memphis accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. The University of Memphis accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does The University of Memphis accept?

The University of Memphis doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does The University of Memphis require?

The University of Memphis doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does The University of Memphis require the Common App personal essay?

No. The University of Memphis doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does The University of Memphis have?

277 of The University of Memphis's 15,770 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.8%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does The University of Memphis cost for international students?

The University of Memphis is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $15,384 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $10,728). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $11,342. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $34,300 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source