The academic program of Memphis University School covers six years, divided into Lower School (grades 7 and 8) and Upper School (grades 9 through 12). The year is divided into two semesters, and each student is required to take five credit courses each semester.
The academic program is oriented toward college preparation and provides opportunities that are adequate for entrance into any college in the United States. Intensive alternatives are available in the accelerated and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, which are offered in a number of disciplines. The AP program is offered starting in the tenth grade. Upon completion of an AP course and making the required score on the AP exam, a student may apply for credit and/or advanced placement in the college or university that he will attend.
Graduation Requirements*
| English | 4 credits |
| Mathematics (Upper School – excluding Statistics) | 3 credits |
| Foreign Language (2 years of the same language in grades 9-12) | 2 credits |
| Science (2 credits from Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, plus 1 additional credit) | 3 credits |
| History (1½ creditsUnited States, 1 credit European and ½ credit U.S. Government) | 3 credits |
| Fine Arts | 1 credit |
| Religion (½ credit grade 9; ½ credit grade 11 or 12) | 1 credit |
| Electives | 1 credits |
| Physical Education | 3 credits |
| | 21 credits |
*A credit is a year of course work. A student must earn at least four credits in the senior year and must be in residence during his senior year to obtain the University Diploma. While the University Diploma satisfies the minimum Memphis University School graduation requirements, it is important that both students and parents consult various colleges concerning their specific entrance requirements.
Lower School Curriculum
Seventh Grade
English
Mathematics (Pre-Algebra or Accelerated Algebra I)
Introduction to Memphis Leaders/Geography and Vocabulary
Art/Old Testament
Earth Science/Life Science
Physical Education
Eighth Grade
English
Mathematics (Algebra Essentials, Algebra I, Accelerated Algebra I, or Accelerated Geometry)
Ancient and Medieval History
Latin I
Physical Science
Physical Education