Herff College of Engineering
Get help paying for college!
At Herff, we believe that talent and potential count for more than the ability to pay. When financial barriers prevent talented students from expanding or completing their education, it is a loss for society. The University of Memphis has a wide variety of scholarship opportunities available to students. In addition, Herff offers scholarships specific to engineering students.
At the Herff College of Engineering at the University of Memphis, we believe talent, hard work, and potential should open doors — not financial barriers. That’s why we’re committed to helping students find ways to pay for college through a variety of scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
Scholarships for Engineering Students
The University of Memphis offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate scholarships for students across all majors. In addition, Herff College provides scholarships designed specifically for engineering students. These awards help reduce the cost of tuition and give you the freedom to focus on your education, research, and career goals.
Herff Scholarships
- In-state $4,000 year (Maximum of 4 years)
Out-of-state $5,000 year (Maximum of 4 years) - Fulfill one of the following requirements:
3.5 GPA and either 26 Composite ACT + 26 ACT Math or 1230 SAT + 610 SAT Math
3.75 GPA and either 25 Composite ACT + 26 ACT Math or 1200 SAT + 610 SAT Math
4.0 GPA and either 24 Composite ACT + 26 ACT Math or 1160 SAT + 610 SAT Math
- $3,000/ year (Maximum 3 years)
3.25 GPA - Completion of the following courses:
Calculus I, Physics I with Lab, English Composition I & II and Chemistry I with lab
Maintenance of Scholarships
- A student is eligible to receive the Herff Engineering Merit Scholarship for a maximum of 8 semesters. This includes the initial award year (2 semesters) and 6 additional semesters. A student may petition the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Administration to put their award on hold for a maximum of 2 semesters.
- The scholarship will be terminated if the student changes to a non-engineering major.
- A student awarded a Herff Engineering Merit Scholarship must make progress toward an engineering degree during the academic year (Fall, Spring). This requirement varies depending on major, but in general, implies that you are on track according to the standard curriculum plan of your program (see the catalog). If you have questions, contact the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Administration. You may petition the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Administration to count courses taken in the summer toward this requirement. No scholarship money will be allocated for summer courses. A student must be full-time during each of the regular semesters (Fall, Spring). Failure to make adequate progress toward degree may result in the termination of the Herff Engineering Merit Scholarship.
- During the first two semesters, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher. Thereafter, the student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. If the student’s cumulative GPA is below the specified target for any single semester, the scholarship may be terminated. In subsequent semesters, if your GPA achieves the minimum, you may appeal to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Administration to have your scholarship reinstated. It is the student’s responsibility to initiate this appeal.
- Your award amount may be adjusted based upon your total award package, and financial aid guidelines.
- Recipients of the Herff Engineering Merit Scholarship are ineligible to apply for other Herff Engineering private or departmental scholarships, unless they receive permission from the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Administration.
- The specific scholarship fund from which your award is made may change from year-to-year.
University of Memphis Scholarships
Continuing student scholarships are handled through the University of Memphis' Tiger Scholarship Manager (TSM). Access to TSM is available through the myMemphis portal or through the UofM scholarship site.
Herff Graduate and Post-Doctoral Fellowships
The Herff College of Engineering provides financial support to outstanding graduate students to support their studies toward the MS or PhD degree.