DRIVEN BY
DOING PROSPECTIVE STUDENT GUIDE
THERE’S A FINE LINE BETWEEN
LEARNING AND DOING.
BLUR IT. DRIVEN BY DOING Each day at UofM brings more than new lectures and assignments. It brings new opportunities. Not just to learn, but to experience. To create. Solve. Build. To explore, and express.
Here, an education isn’t something you get. It’s something you do.
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WANT TO PREPARE FOR THE REAL WORLD? GO TO SCHOOL IN IT. ACADEMICS IN A CITY THAT HAS CHANGED THE WORLD IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE, WE’RE DRIVEN TO DO THE SAME. AND STARTING HERE, SO CAN YOU. UofM researchers and faculty are leaders in over 250 fields of study. That means a wealth of academic choices and challenges. But in the heart of the nation’s 20th largest city, learning isn’t limited to classrooms or labs. Memphis is a hub of international commerce, culture and creativity. Whatever your passion, here you’ll discover endless paths toward pursuing it.
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Uof M Undergraduate Degree Programs COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES African and African American Studies (BA) Anthropology (BA) Biology (BS) Chemistry (BS/BSCh) · Biochemistry · General Chemistry Computer Science (BS) Criminology and Criminal Justice (BA) Earth Sciences (BA) · Geoarchaeology · Geography · Geology Economics (BA) English (BA) · African American Literature · Creative Writing · English as a 2nd Language · Language and Linguistics · Literature · Professional Writing Foreign Languages (BA) · French · German · Greek · Italian · Japanese · Latin · Russian · Spanish · Multiple Concentrations History (BA) International Studies (BA) · Area Studies · Global Processes Mathematical Sciences (BS) · Mathematics · Statistics Philosophy (BA) Physics (BS) · General Physics · Materials Science · Applied Physics · Physics for Medical Sciences Political Science (BA) Psychology (BA) · Behavioral Neuroscience · Cognitive Science · General Psychology Social Work (BA)
FOGELMAN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS Accounting (BBA) Business Economics (BBA) · Financial Economics Business Information and Technology (BBA) Finance (BBA) · Banking and Financial Services · Business Finance · Real Estate International Business (BBA) Management (BBA) · Human Resources Management Marketing Management (BBA) Supply Chain Management (BBA)
COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION AND FINE ARTS Advertising (BA) Architecture (BFA) Art (BFA) · Art Education · Graphic Design · Photography · Studio Arts Art History (BA) · Ancient Egyptian Art and Culture · African Diaspora Arts and Visual Culture · The European Tradition in Art Communication (BA) · Communication Studies · Film and Video Production Interior Design (BFA) Journalism (BA) Music (BM) · Composition · Jazz and Studio Composition/Arranging · Jazz and Studio Performance · Music Education (Instrumental and Choral) · Music History · Performance Music Industry (BM) · Music Business · Recording Technology Public Relations (BA) Theatre (BFA) · Dance · Design and Technical Production · Musical Theatre · Performance
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Performance (BS) · Dietetics · Exercise, Sport and Movement Sciences · Health Promotion and Lifestyle Management · Healthcare Leadership
Human Development and Learning (BSEd) Integrative Studies (BSEd) · Middle Grades Licensure · Youth Services Non-Licensure · Secondary Math Teaching All Learners (BSEd)
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Liberal Studies (BLS) · Asian Studies and International Trade · Judaic Studies · Religious Studies Professional Studies (BPS) · Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services · Child Development and Family Studies · Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Services · Early Care and Learning · Emergency Management · Health Services · Human Services · Law Enforcement Administration · Legal Studies · Manufacturing Technology Management · Merchandising – Apparel Accessory · Merchandising – Home Furnishings · Nonprofit Development · Organizational Leadership · Preschool and Child Care Administration · Technology Management Services Professional Studies RODP (BPS) · Information Technology · International Organizational Leadership · Organizational Leadership Regents Online Degree Program (BLS)
HERFF COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING Biomedical Engineering (BSBE) Civil Engineering (BSCE) · Construction Engineering · Environmental Engineering · Geotechnical Engineering · Structural Engineering · Transportation Engineering · Water Resources Engineering Computer Engineering (BSCPE) Electrical Engineering (BSEE) · Computer Engineering · Electrophysics · Systems and Signals Engineering Technology (BSET) Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
KEMMONS WILSON SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY AND RESORT MANAGEMENT Hospitality and Resort Management (BA) Physical Education Teacher Education (BSEd) Sport and Leisure Management (BSEd)
LOEWENBERG COLLEGE OF NURSING Nursing (BSN)
SCHOOL OF HEALTH STUDIES Health and Human
DEGREE ABBREVIATIONS
Degrees are in parentheses. Concentrations are listed beneath the majors.
BA Bachelor of Arts BBA Bachelor of Business Administration BFA Bachelor of Fine Arts BLS Bachelor of Liberal Studies BM Bachelor of Music BPS Bachelor of Professional Studies BS Bachelor of Science BSBE Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering BSCh Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
BSCE Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering BSCPE Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering BSEd Bachelor of Science, Education BSEE Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering BSET Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology BSME Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering BSN Bachelor of Science, Nursing 3
IT’S MORE THA A DIPLOMA. IT RESUME. INTERNSHIPS REAL AMBITIONS REQUIRE REAL OPPORTUNITIES. THE KIND YOU DON’T FIND ON QUAINT CAMPUSES IN SLEEPY COLLEGE TOWNS. For UofM interns, “experiential learning” isn’t some hollow catchphrase. When you intern here, you join the nearly 5,000 students a year making real-world contributions in realworld hospitals, galleries, government agencies, nonprofits, design firms, research labs and Fortune 500 offices throughout Memphis and beyond.
These are a few of the
• AutoZone
• Nike
places helping make
• Buckman Laboratories
• Proctor & Gamble
• Ducks Unlimited, Inc.
• Shelby Farms Park Conservancy
• FedEx
• ServiceMaster
• International Paper
• Smith & Nephew
the Uof M internship program one of the top 10 in the nation,
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according to U.S. News
• Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital • Make-A-Wish Foundation
& World Report.
• NBA Memphis Grizzlies
• Wright Medical Technology
AN T’S A
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CAN YOU SEE YOURSELF AT MEMPHIS?
COME VISIT AND FIND OUT. CAMPUS LIFE AT UofM, YOUR EDUCATION EXTENDS WELL BEYOND CAMPUS. THAT DOESN’T MAKE CAMPUS ANY LESS IMPORTANT. Vibrant and bustling, yet spacious and laid back, UofM has all the offerings of an eclectic neighborhood. With endless dining choices, 24-hour labs, campus-wide WiFi and an array of student and cultural events, you’ll never lack options for work, leisure or service. Still, you’re about to move here. For four years. So we strongly encourage you to take a day or two to visit, tour the campus and see how life at UofM suits you. Schedule your campus tour and learn more about on-campus life at memphis.edu/campusvisit.
Set up a custom True Blue Tiger page at memphis.edu/truebluetiger and get the latest Uof M info on opportunities that might interest you, to name a few: • Scholarships
• Internships
• Frosh Camp
• Study Abroad Programs
• Leadership Programs
• Multicultural Programs
• Honors Programs 6
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS
HOMECOMING Cheer on our Tigers and spend a Saturday with thousands of your closest friends at Tiger Lane. Expect parades, pep rallies, live music and plenty of BBQ.
There’s no shortage of ways to chip in and give back at UofM with programs like Service on Saturday, Alternative Spring Break and Habitat for Humanity.
FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE
FROSH CAMP Earn your stripes at Camp NaCoMe and join other UofM newbies for four days of the some of the most fun you’ll ever have here—we promise. Sign up early because spots fill up fast!
With 24 fraternities and sororities, you’ve got plenty of brothers and sisters to choose from. It’s all Greek to us.
STUDENT CONVOCATION
HONORS We’ve got the largest honors program in Tennessee. UofM honor students enjoy special standing on this campus, with registration, scholarships, labs and housing tailormade to fit their busy lives.
This is where you learn to act like a Tiger. Join other freshmen on the first day of classes and learn all about UofM traditions and tips for an easier school year.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT Have a say in things and get great leadership experience. SGA works hard to make sure every student’s voice is heard and represented.
MULTICULTURAL PROGRAMS At UofM, you’ll encounter culture from every corner of the globe. We’re a melting pot and proud of it, with an entire office devoted to the social, educational, cultural and personal needs of all students. 7
ROOT LIKE A MEMPHIAN. PLAY LIKE A TIGER. ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES The wafting scent of BBQ across Tiger Lane on Saturdays in the fall. The electric atmosphere of nationally televised hoops at FedExForum. The smell of a freshly cut outfield at the Tiger Softball Complex. Whether it’s football, softball, volleyball or basketball, around these parts Memphis is more than a college team. It’s the city’s team. Spend any amount of time here, and we guarantee the Tigers will become your team, too.
Division I Men’s & Women’s Sports Basketball
Football
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Baseball
Softball (W)
Tennis
Track & Field
Rifle
Volleyball (W)
UofM’ers aren’t traditionally the kind to sit on the sidelines. No coincidence that club sports are a pretty big deal here, too. Fortunately Memphis’ cooperative weather and abundant greenspaces—both on and off campus—provide the perfect setting for almost any active pursuit. Intramural Sports
• Dodgeball
• Soccer
• Badminton
• Ice Hockey
• Volleyball
• Flag football
• Table Tennis
• Bowling
• Lacrosse
• Water Polo
• Golf
• Tennis
• Cricket
• Rugby
• Wrestling
• Kickball
• Volleyball
• Cycling
• Soccer
• Fencing
• Tiger Judo – Martial Arts
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Racquetball 8
Club Sports
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WELCOME TO THE SAFEST LARGE CAMPUS IN TENNESSEE. CAMPUS SAFETY WITH OVER 20,000 STUDENTS IN A METRO AREA OF 1.13 MILLION, YOU’D EXPECT A CAMPUS THAT’S ANYTHING BUT TRANQUIL. IN FACT, FIRST-TIME VISITORS ARE OFTEN AMAZED AT THE PEACEFUL AND RELAXED VIBE. 10
Bordered on three sides by nonthru streets, car and foot traffic is almost entirely school-related. That’s just one of the reasons UofM boasts by far the lowest campus incident rate in Tennessee—almost 40% lower than any of the state’s ten largest schools, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. And with campus-wide initiatives, ongoing enhancements in technology and regular performance reviews, we’re committed to an environment where your comfort, confidence and safety are paramount. • UofM police officers on duty 24/7, patrolling by car, bike and foot • 600 campus security cameras • Strategically-placed outdoor emergency telephones • Tiger Escort program to accompany students, faculty, staff and visitors around campus after dark • Mass emails, text messages and an outdoor loudspeaker system during severe weather or other emergencies
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FIND YOUR PL HERE. THEN MAKE IT HOM RESIDENCE LIFE You’re about to embark on one of the best times of your life. College is all about meeting new people and trying new things—and living on campus is the best way to do these things. Here’s why: You’ll do better in school. Statistics show that you’ll probably have a higher GPA. You’re more likely to graduate on time. More likely to attend class. More likely to take advantage of faculty office hours, tutors, libraries, study groups and advisor support. Everything you need is right here. Great food, free WiFi, laundry service, cultural events and student activities. No worries about the hassles of traffic or parking. Our free Blue Line shuttle gets you around campus quickly. And 24/7 police presence keeps everyone safe. Life is so much easier. Making friends is easier. Getting involved is less intimidating. You’re right in the middle of it all—people, events, classes, 24-hour labs, libraries and more. You can wake up 20 minutes before class starts and still be on time.
HOUSING You’ve got plenty of different floor plans and locations to choose from: Apartments | Townhouses | Traditional Rooms & Suites | Family Housing And we haven’t forgotten about cost—you deserve affordable living. Luckily, living on campus actually saves you more. All your payments are consolidated into one single bill. You’re only responsible for your portion of your living situation (no chasing down roommates for rent). No hidden fees, no hassles. Check out memphis.edu/reslife to look at all your housing options.
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LACE
ME. DINING Whether it’s a snack or an entire meal, we keep up with what’s popular and in demand, including ethnic and vegetarian choices. Tiger Dining offers 17 locations around campus, including favorite spots like Chick-fil-A, Subway, Starbucks, Panda Express, Dunkin Donuts and more. Sign up for one of several meal plan options when you apply for housing. Check out all your dining options at tigerdining.com.
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MORE THAN
MUSIC AND BBQ. (But okay, the music and BBQ are cool.) MEMPHIS CULTURE Memphis’ character is steeped in a rich history of diversity, creativity and commerce. From food to music to business, few cities can match Memphis’ influence on modern culture. And fewer still can match our work ethic. Maybe it’s that desire to innovate that has led to a recent renaissance of sorts. A rapidly growing tech-startup scene, an explosion of local food options, breweries, indie arts and film, and a wave of urban revitalization have swept up Memphians young and old, creating a can-do, will-do spirit where you genuinely feel like anything’s possible.
It’s always been a great city. But now more than ever, Memphis is a city on the verge of greatness.
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SPORTS
GREENSPACE
Memphians live and breathe Tigers and NBA Grizzlies hoops, but Tigers football and baseball, along with AAA Redbirds baseball (Cardinals), round out a full year’s worth of sports.
Bike, run or walk miles of greenlines, trails, parks and urban bike lanes in one of the nation’s greenest cities.
MUSEUMS
MUSIC
The National Civil Rights Museum (history), Stax and Sun Studio (music), The Brooks (fine art) and The Pink Palace (eclectic weirdness) are just a few local faves.
FOOD FESTIVALS
Find live music seven nights a week, including free Levitt Shell concerts and shows at Hi-Tone Cafe, Minglewood Hall and dozens of venues small and large.
NIGHTLIFE Hit up weekend hotspots on the Highland Strip, as well as in CooperYoung, Overton Square, Downtown, Broad Avenue & South Main Arts Districts and more.
The World BBQ Championship is only the start. Local food fests celebrate everything from wings to crawfish to burgers and more.
FESTIVALS Local staples include Indie Memphis (film), Gonerfest (music), Cooper-Young Fest (everything), Memphis in May/Beale Street Music Festival and numerous local arts, music and cultural events.
TOURISTY (BUT FUN) Tour your new hometown, starting with Beale Street, Graceland, Memphis Rock ’n’ Soul Museum and the world’s only Bass Pro Shops store in a pyramid. 15
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FOUNDED IN
1912
INTERNSHIPS #7 FOR
PROGRAM #12 AUDIOLOGY
COUNSELING PROGRAM #17 REHABILITATION
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CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE
STUDENTFACULTY RATIO
#15 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PROGRAM
MBA PROGRAM #23 ONLINE
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CHAIRS OF EXCELLENCE
More than any other university in TN Board of Regents system
(preLaw MAGAZINE)
TOP 13
TEACHER
EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
ONLY DOCTORAL PROGRAM FOR MUSIC IN TENN.
37%
0F STUDENT ATHLETES
ON DEAN’S LIST (3.5+ GPA)
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FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES
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NCAA
BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT APPEARANCES
69%
0F UofM STUDENTS
RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS, GRANTS, AND FINANCIAL AID
200 MORE THAN
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS IN OVER 60 COUNTRIES
SAFEST LARGE CAMPUS
ROTC BRANCHES
IN TENNESSEE
2.0M
RAISED FOR ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL THROUGH UP ’TIL DAWN
930
200 MORE THAN
FULL-TIME
STUDENT
FACULTY
79
ORGANIZATIONS
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED IN THE STUDENT POPULATION
*U.S. News & World Report, **U.S. News & World Report 2013, ††TBI, Crime on Campus 2014 Report
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#1
LAW SCHOOL FACILITY
2,201
STUDENTS IN THE
HONORS PROGRAM
EDUCATION COMES WITH A COST. IN THIS CASE, IT’S A BARGAIN. SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID College is expensive, there’s no denying that. We believe a lack of funds should never get in the way of getting an education, which is why there’s a multitude of ways to pay for it at UofM. In fact, 69% of our students receive some sort of financial aid. And once you’re enrolled, we have programs and initiatives dedicated to keeping you in school. We want you here. • Head to memphis.edu/scholarships to see which scholarships may be right for you. • Live in Tennessee? See if you qualify for the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship at tn.gov/collegepays. • Apply and be admitted before December 1 to be considered for scholarships. • Access tuition information at memphis.edu/tuition and financial aid information at memphis.edu/financialaid.
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WE’VE EXPANDED OUR BOUNDARIES, SO YOU CAN
EXPAND YOURS. UofM LAMBUTH
With all the power of a major research university behind it, UofM Lambuth brings visionary learning to West Tennessee. We give area residents a campus in their own backyard, making it convenient to get a world-class education close to home. And the Lambuth setting is just what you might expect in this friendly city—a 57-acre, tree-filled, tranquil campus with stately historic buildings. Top faculty, small classes and a serious focus on learning. Visit memphis.edu/lambuth for more information.
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Lambuth Degree Programs UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES Bachelor of Arts in Communication Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice Bachelor of Arts in English Bachelor of Arts in Journalism Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Bachelor of Arts in Social Work Bachelor of Business Administration Accounting Bachelor of Business Administration Management Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Interdisciplinary Studies) Bachelor of Professional Studies (Entertainment Music Industry) Bachelor of Professional Studies (Health Services Administration)
Bachelor of Professional Studies (Information Technology) Bachelor of Professional Studies (Law Enforcement Administration) Bachelor of Professional Studies (Nonprofit Administration) Bachelor of Professional Studies (Organizational Leadership) Bachelor of Science in Biology Bachelor of Science in Education (Teaching All Learners Elementary K–6/Special Education Modified K–12 licensure) Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN
GRADUATE DEGREES
Master of Arts in Teaching with licensure in the following areas: · Elementary Education (K–6) · Secondary Education (7–12) · Special Education (Modified K–12) Master of Arts in Liberal Studies Master of Business Administration (online) Master of Professional Studies Master of Science in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership Master of Science in Nursing (online) Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership Doctoral Degree in Instruction and Curriculum
THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE FOUR-YEAR PUBLIC UNIVERSITY IN JACKSON Plus, Lambuth students are part of the UofM system, which means you can attend classes at Lambuth or any other UofM location, including online and at our main Memphis campus.
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HOW TO APPLY 1 2 3
Go to memphis.edu/membound and click APPLY NOW. There’s a $25 application fee for new students. File a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form for financial aid and/or apply to the Tennessee HOPE Lottery Scholarship program beginning October 1. Get your admissions application in before December 1 to be eligible for scholarships.
AFTER YOU’RE ACCEPTED
1. Go to iam.memphis.edu to set up your MyMemphis account. 2. Reserve your room in the residence halls at memphis.edu/reslife beginning February 1. 3. Sign up for New Student Orientation at memphis.edu/nso beginning April 1. (It’s mandatory!) 4. Grab your spot for Frosh Camp at memphis.edu/froshcamp beginning May 1. (It fills up fast!) 5. Share your excitement! Post your big news for family and friends on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #MEMbound!
BORDER COUNTY
250-R PROGRAM
Students residing in the following counties may qualify for a Border County Tuition Waiver and pay in-state fees: Arkansas – Crittenden Mississippi – DeSoto, Marshall, Tunica, Tate
Undergraduate students who graduated from a high school within a 250-mile radius of Memphis may be eligible for a substantial out-of-state tuition reduction.
SEE FOR YOURSELF
Take a campus tour: memphis.edu/campusvisit
UOFM PARENTS
Stay informed and involved: memphis.edu/umparents
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The University of Memphis does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities sponsored by the University of Memphis. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Latosha Dexter, Interim Director for Institutional Equity, vldexter@memphis.edu, 156 Administration Building, 901.678.2713. See University of Memphis Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Discrimination and Nepotism. UOM021-FY1617/25M EM Printing