Scholarships
Undergraduate International Students
The University of Memphis (UofM) selectively awards competitive merit-based scholarships for newly admitted degree-seeking international students on a J-1 or F-1 visa, taking classes on campus. We value scholarly achievement and academic success and want to attract the best and brightest students to join our cutting-edge programs and to learn from our world-renowned faculty.
Please note: Dual citizens and/or permanent residents are not eligible for this scholarship. This scholarship is for entering first-time applicants only. Continuing or enrolled students are not eligible for this scholarship. Students receiving assistantships or other university funding are not eligible for this scholarship.
Two pathways for academic scholarship consideration:
- GPA + Test Score Evaluation: Students are reviewed based on a combination of their cumulative high school GPA and ACT/SAT scores.
- GPA-Only Evaluation: Students may also be considered for certain scholarships based solely on their cumulative high school GPA. We encourage students to submit qualifying ACT/SAT scores, as we consider super scores to help maximize eligibility. Updated GPA and test scores may be submitted through March
Scholarship Renewal Criteria:
- Academic scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years.
- Awards are disbursed during the fall and spring semesters only.
- Recipients must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester and maintain good academic standing.
- Students are encouraged to complete 15 credit hours per semester to stay on track for four-year graduation.
- Completion of required service hours is also necessary for scholarship renewal.
Award Limitations:
Students may receive one first-time freshman scholarship.
Cost of Attendance
>Outlined below are the estimated direct costs of classes, on-campus housing, meal plans and book rentals for the 2025-26 academic year, including both fall and spring semesters, before the application of financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
*All information is based on 15 credit hours per semester enrollment for fall and spring. On-Campus Housing/Meal Plans estimates are based on Centennial Place double room and the 10 Weekly Meal Plan. Off Campus Meal Plan estimates are based on TigerEat$ program. Other housing and meal plan options are available. Tiger SmartStart Book Rental Program is available through the University Bookstore based on 15 credit hours enrollment for fall and spring semesters. All rates based on 2025-26. Cost of Attendance Estimator is available at umwa.memphis.edu/estimator.
Scholarships are designed to reward, encourage, and assist students pursue academic excellence and leadership roles. Scholarships are merit-based, need-based, and non-need-based monetary awards. Scholarships do not need to be repaid. Scholarships are a great way to access additional funds for college, and significantly reduce your student loans or need for work.
The University of Memphis selectively awards scholarships each year. All scholarships are awarded for the academic year (fall and spring semesters only). Scholarships are awarded based on information submitted on the UofM admissions application. For priority consideration, freshmen students should apply to the University of Memphis by Dec. 1.