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Middle Tennessee State University vs University of Memphis

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Middle Tennessee State University University of Memphis
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 69% 72%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,010-1,230 915-1,180
ACT range (mid 50%) 20-26 18-24
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $13,359 $12,397
Sticker cost of attendance $24,289 $25,169
Graduation rate 54% 51%
Retention rate 80% 77%
Undergraduates 16,301 12,701
Student-faculty ratio 17:1 16:1
Setting Murfreesboro, TN Memphis, TN
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $25
Test policy n/a Required

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Middle Tennessee State University or University of Memphis harder to get into?

Middle Tennessee State University is more selective, with a 69% acceptance rate versus 72% at University of Memphis. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Middle Tennessee State University or University of Memphis?

University of Memphis has the lower average net price ($12,397 versus $13,359). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.