University of Memphis Scholarships For International Students 2026

The University of Memphis Scholarship for 2026 is now available for international students pursuing undergraduate and master’s degrees. The scholarships are fully funded and cover the difference between international and domestic non-Tennessee resident tuition rates. Founded in 1912, the University of Memphis is a public research university in Memphis, Tennessee, with student housing located south of the main campus. Studying here offers the chance to experience an international environment and benefit from diverse academic programs taught by qualified faculty.

What Employers Are Offering

✔ Employer-provided health & medical insurance
✔ Visa sponsorship & legal work authorization
✔ Relocation assistance & settlement support
✔ Long-term employment & benefit coverage
✔ Permanent residency pathways (eligible roles)

Scholarship Summary

Level of Study: Undergraduate / Masters
Institution(s): University of Memphis
Study in: USA
Deadline:
- Spring 2026: December 31, 2026
- Fall 2026: July 31, 2026
Insurance & Worker Protection Requirements

Before visa approval, many employer-sponsored programs require proof of valid health insurance coverage and worker protection compliance. Immigration authorities verify medical coverage eligibility before granting work authorization.
Employment Benefit Eligibility Information

Applicants searching for international employment opportunities often compare roles offering employer-sponsored insurance coverage, relocation support, and legally compliant work authorization programs.
- Jobs with employer-provided health insurance benefits
- Visa sponsorship positions including medical coverage
- Full-time employment with dental and vision insurance
- High salary jobs offering worker protection benefits
- Healthcare and caregiver roles including insurance coverage
Understanding benefit eligibility requirements helps applicants evaluate qualified employment offers before submitting immigration applications.
Employers actively hiring for these roles often provide health insurance, relocation support, and long-term benefits.

Depending on the destination country, foreign employees may also need workplace injury protection, employer liability coverage, and travel medical insurance during relocation.
- Mandatory health insurance for visa holders
- Workplace accident and employer liability protection
- Travel and relocation medical coverage
- Insurance verification during immigration processing
Confirm insurance compliance requirements before submitting a work permit application.
Program Period:
- Undergraduate Degree Program: 4 years
- Master’s Degree Program: 2 years
Courses Offered:
- Click here to view the list of undergraduate programs offered by the university
- Click here to view the list of graduate programs offered by the university

What is in the Scholarship

The University of Memphis Scholarship provides the recipient with amounts that vary and cover the difference in cost of international and domestic non-Tennessee resident tuition rates. This scholarship cannot be combined with other UofM institutional scholarships. Exceptions are allowed for departmental funding.

How to Qualify for the University of Memphis Scholarship

To qualify for the University of Memphis Scholarship, the candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements below:

Required Language: English.
Eligible Countries: All world countries.

For undergraduate scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

25 ACT or 1200 SAT equivalent
3.25 U.S.A. equivalent undergraduate degree GPA as determined by a credential evaluation agency (www.naces.org)

For graduate scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

310 GRE or equivalent on other tests
3.25 U.S.A. equivalent undergraduate degree GPA as determined by a credential evaluation agency (www.naces.org) or relevant master’s degree from an accredited and approved institution