Graduate International Merit Scholarship – University of Memphis (Fall 2025)

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Graduate International Merit Scholarship – University of Memphis (Fall 2025): Overview

The University of Memphis offers the Graduate International Merit Scholarship to outstanding new international graduate students enrolling on an F-1 or J-1 visa. This competitive award supports academic excellence and covers the difference between international and domestic non-Tennessee resident tuition rates. Recipients join a vibrant, research-focused academic community taught by world-class faculty.

Application Deadline: August 26, 2025
Study Location: University of Memphis, USA
Scholarship Type: Merit-based tuition award for international graduate students

Benefits

• Covers the tuition difference between international and domestic non-Tennessee residents.

• Recognition for academic excellence and leadership potential.

• Opportunity to study at a leading U.S. public research university.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a newly admitted degree-seeking international graduate student on an F-1 or J-1 visa.

• Meet at least one of the following:

  • GRE score of 310+ (150 Verbal, 150 Quantitative, 2.5 AWA) or equivalent GMAT score.

  • 3.25 GPA (U.S. equivalent) in undergraduate studies or relevant master’s degree.

  • Be a Fulbright Scholarship recipient.

• Maintain full-time enrollment and a 3.0 GPA each semester to keep the award.

Not eligible: Dual citizens, U.S. permanent residents, continuing students, or NCAA-restricted athletes.

Required Documents

• NACES-approved credential evaluation (SpanTran or IEE preferred).

• GRE/GMAT score report.

• Proof of first semester of enrollment.

• F-1 visa verification.