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Le Moyne-Owen College

Memphis, Tennessee Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2924
Nationally
#80
In Tennessee
97%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$10,776
Annual Tuition
per year
25%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
646
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
48/100
Average
#2924 nationally
#80 in Tennessee
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes25
πŸ’°Affordability81
🎯Selectivity40
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth51

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Le Moyne-Owen College, a historically Black college and university, is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Memphis, Tennessee. With 646 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 97%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $10,776, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $9,439 after grants and scholarships β€” making it one of the more affordable options in its category. The six-year graduation rate is 25%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate97%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
212
Applied
206
Admitted
159
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$10,776/yr
Room & Board$7,350/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$19,426/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$10,776↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$9,439
$30,001 – $48,000$9,754
$48,001 – $75,000$10,149
$75,001 – $110,000$10,848
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate25%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
646
Total Undergrads
60% F / 40% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 0%
Hispanic 1%
Black 95%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($10,776/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (97% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $7,350/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (646 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 25% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students from low- and middle-income families who need an affordable option, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationMemphis, Tennessee
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
HBCUYes
Affordability Spotlight
$9,439
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#80
in Tennessee out of 7+ colleges
#2924
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.