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Our Campus

Located in a quiet residential neighborhood of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ, 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 ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ 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. 

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ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ is a major metropolitan area with access to a thriving arts, music food and entertainment scene with over 160 parks and a stunning river front. ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ 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 ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ home. On average, we enjoy 234 days a year of sunshine for year-round fun and recreation.

ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ 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, ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ 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, ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ brings people together and invites everyone to share in its warm, welcoming spirit. The people of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ are driven by creativity and opportunity—fueling a future where our history inspires everyone to thrive.