As an ISEP student, you can build your own program by choosing your courses from a variety of fields. Use the notes for course searching to help you find which courses are available.

HOUSING

All students are automatically placed in student housing for an academic year. Students who are in the dorm for the fall semester only should cancel their housing reservation for the spring semester by October 15. Failure to do so will result in charges as well as a hold on your account.

Student apartments remain open during vacation periods. Exchange students will be housed in student apartments when space is available. If there is no space available, exchange students will be housed in residence halls.

Students are typically housed in Carpenter Complex. These apartments are four bedroom; 2-bath apartments with shared living room and kitchen space. 

All the rooms have wireless internet as well as telephone lines. The apartments are furnished but students will need to obtain their own pots, pans, plates, utensils, and other essentials.  

MEALS

Students participating in a fall semester program will receive a meal stipend for the month of September, October, November and December. Spring Semester students will receive a meal stipend in January, February, March and April. All students will receive an additional TigerEats plan to get meals in the dining facilities on campus.

Stipend includes sufficient funds to cover meals during vacation periods.

*Calendar Year students are not eligible for ISEP housing and meal benefits over the summer break.

Program Website

Course Description

The University of Memphis (UofM) has a wide breadth of fields of study that are available to ISEP students. Outstanding fields of study at the University of Memphis include anthropology, applied psychology, business, Egyptian art and archaeology, human movement and sports science, journalism, music, philosophy and Southern history. The most recommended fields of study include biology, business, communication, engineering, computer science, history, the social sciences, and sports studies. We encourage you to explore the unique courses in Judaic Studies, Jazz, Naval Sciences, and more. All courses available to ISEP students are taught in English and are on the undergraduate level.

Credits Earned

Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 12-15 US credits. Students typically enroll in 4-5 courses per term. A term runs for about 15 weeks. To determine how these credits convert at your home institution, please contact your home university coordinator. 

If you use financial assistance, please speak with your home coordinator to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial assistance.  

Sample Classes Available:

Biology 

Communication 

History 

Social Sciences 

Sports Studies 

Genetics 

Rhetoric in Southern Culture 

U.S. Sport History 

Myths, Witchcraft, Ritual, and Religion 

Career Preparation and Professional Development 

Cell Biology 

Gender in Communication 

Popular Culture in African History 

American Government 

Health/Sport Science Terminology 

Science of Medicine 

African American Rhetoric 

American Diplomatic History 

The American Presidency 

Phlebotomy Practicum 

Immunology 

Argumentation and Advocacy 

Technology/Culture American History 

American Foreign Policy 

Cultural Competence in Health 

Virology 

Communication Ethics 

Tennessee History 

Social Inequality 

Laboratory Techniques in Medical Assisting 

 

For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please click on the "other academic conditions" dropdown link below.  

Website for Course Availability

ISEP STUDENT SERVICES OFFICER Olivia Cordero 703-504-9980 | Ocordero@isep.org Thank you for your interest in ISEP Study Abroad! I’m your Student Services Officer and main point of contact here at ISEP. As you search for programs, I’ll be available to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to contact me at any point in your search process for help, tips or advice.

Academics

Undergraduate
(in English)

*This program is OK for Sophomores

Fields of Study

  • Architecture:

    Environmental Design/Architecture Urban Planning

  • Area Studies:

    African Studies African-American Studies Area Studies, Other Asian Studies Women’s Studies

  • Biology: Recommended!

    Anatomy Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Botany/Plant Biology Genetics Microbiology and Immunology Physiology

  • Business: Recommended!

    Accounting Actuarial Science Business Communications Business Management Business Statistics Economics Entrepreneurship Fashion Merchandising Finance Human Resources Management Insurance International Business/Trade/Commerce Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management Management Information Systems Marketing Organizational Behavior Studies Real Estate

  • Communication: Recommended!

    Advertising Digital Communication and Media Intercultural Communication Journalism Mass Communication/Media Studies Photojournalism Public Relations Radio and Television

  • Computer and Information Sciences Recommended!

  • Education:

    Curriculum and Instruction Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Physical Education Teaching and Coaching Special Education

  • Engineering: Recommended!

    Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Software Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering

  • English Language and Literature:

    American Literature (United States) English Literature (British and Commonwealth) General Literature Professional/Technical Writing Rhetoric and Composition Writing

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures:

    Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature Chinese Language and Literature Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other French Language and Literature German Language and Literature Italian Language and Literature Japanese Language and Literature Linguistics Spanish Language and Literature

  • Health Sciences:

    Dietetics Health and Wellness

  • History:

    American History (United States) Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology Ancient Studies/Civilizations Asian History European History History, Other Medieval and Renaissance Studies

  • Hospitality and Tourism:

    Event Planning Hospitality Management Hotel and Restaurant Management Tourism Management

  • Human Services:

    Public Administration Social Work

  • International/Global Studies

    International Relations and Affairs

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Humanities

  • Mathematics:

    Statistics Topology and Foundations

  • Natural Resources/Conservation

    Environmental Science

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies

    Philosophy

  • Physical Sciences:

    Chemistry Geology/Earth Science Physics

  • Psychology:

    Behavioral Sciences Clinical Psychology Counseling Psychology Developmental and Child Psychology

  • Social Sciences: Recommended!

    Anthropology Cartography/GIS Geography Human Development and Family Studies Political Science and Government Sociology Urban Studies Work and Family Studies

  • Sports Studies: Recommended!

    Kinesiology and Exercise Science Sport and Fitness Management Sports Studies

  • Visual and Performing Arts:

    Acting Art History Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management Cinematography and Film Production Dance Directing and Theatrical Production Drama and Theatre Arts Drawing Film Studies Graphic Design Interior Design Jazz Studies Music Pedagogy Music Performance Music Technology Music Theory and Composition Musicology and Ethnomusicology Painting Photography Sculpture Studio Arts Technical Theatre Design and Technology Voice and Opera

Academic Requirements

  • TOEFL iBT Score: 61
  • IELTS Score: 6
  • Duolingo Total: 100
  • Duolingo Conversation: 90
  • Duolingo Comprehension: 90
  • Duolingo Production: 90
  • Duolingo Literacy: 90
  • LPR accepted as alternate to TOEFL or IELTS for the following countries: Austria Belgium Botswana Switzerland Germany Denmark Finland Fiji Ghana Iceland Malta Netherlands Norway Sweden South Africa
  • LPR accepted as alternate to TOEFL or IELTS for the following universities: American University of Sharjah American University in Bulgaria

Special Application Instructions

Course Prerequisite

For all areas of study, some courses may have prerequisites that must be completed prior to enrollment in a course.

To view prerequisites, select the course title in the program search and select "prerequisites" on the side-column that appears in the pop-out page.

Enrollment in some art, business, engineering, and music courses may require additional fees not included in ISEP benefits.

Portfolio Requirements

Some fields of study, such as music, studio arts, dance, and other visual & performing arts, may require a portfolio in addition to your ISEP application. If you intend to take courses in any of these fields, please reach out to your ISEP Student Services Officer prior to placement to ensure all required materials are added to your application.

Internal Application

Students may be expected to submit a supplemental application which is required of the host institution for the purpose of admission and enrollment. Instructions will be sent by the ISEP Host Coordinator by email after placement.  

Accommodation Needs

The University of Memphis has certain services available to students with reasonable accommodation requests. In general, mobility, visual, housing, mental health, and learning accommodations can be arranged. Students should speak with their ISEP Student Services Officer in advance to request if specific accommodations can be arranged. 

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Other Academic Conditions

Academics

How to search for courses:

Please use the Class Schedule Search to view/search our available class offerings. No login is required.

Spring listings are published in mid-October; both Summer and Fall listings are published in mid-March.

When a semester's listings are available, the term will appear (without the "View Only" restriction) in the term selection box in both the Class Schedule Search and Look Up Classes.

 

Academic limitations:

Nursing and Nursing Sciences courses are NOT available for ISEP students.

Academic Calendar

Typical Fall Schedule: August through December

Arrival/Orientation: mid-August 

Final exams: first week of December 

Typical Spring Schedule: January through May

Arrival and orientation: early January  

Final exams: last week of April-early May 

Departure Notes

Students are responsible for staying until the end of the semester and may not leave before the final date of their semester exams. Neither ISEP nor UofM can guarantee an early departure; leaving early may result in a failing exam grade and/or forfeit of credit.  

 

PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.

VISA: All non-U.S. citizens will be required to obtain a visa. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.

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