Memphis Guide

Our Campus

Located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Memphis, Tenn., the UofM is a Carnegie R1 institution. What you learn here builds a sense of intellectual engagement that will empower you to make a difference in life and throughout your career. Founded in 1912, we welcome approximately 20,000 students to campus every year. Students and faculty come from all over the world to be a part of the UofM experience. The campus boasts 25 Chairs of Excellence and five state-approved Centers of Excellence. The University of Memphis main campus offers eight different communities including Graduate and Student Family Housing for graduate students or students who are married and/or have families. International Students transitioning and starting their collegiate careers are also directly supported by our Department. 

Memphis

Memphis is a major metropolitan area with access to a thriving arts, music food and etertainment scene with over 160 parks and a stunning river front. Memphis provides the soundtrack for the world as the home of the blues and the birthplace of rock-n-roll and pioneers in soul, gospel, rap and hip hop. Major Fortune 500 companies, mission driven non-profits and creative start-ups, including FedEx, AutoZone and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital call the city of Memphis home. On average, we enjoy 234 days a year of sunshine for year-round fun and recreation.

Memphis is alive with culture! Music, art, food and community come together to create a city that’s both boldly modern and proudly rooted in its rich traditions. Every year, Memphis bursts with hundreds of cultural events and festivals, drawing more than 13 million visitors from around the world. From the soulful sounds of Beale Street to the mouthwatering flavors of our famous cuisine, Memphis brings people together and invites everyone to share in its warm, welcoming spirit. The people of Memphis are driven by creativity and opportunity—fueling a future where our history inspires everyone to thrive.