MUS Accreditation and Membership

About

MUS has made its mark empowering boys through excellence since 1893. In an environment focused on honor, scholarship, service, and belonging, young men thrive as they prepare for college, and for life beyond their degrees. Our unparalleled academics, dedicated faculty, all-boys experience, and 94-acre wooded campus offer students an opportunity to grow intellectually, morally, artistically, physically, and socially, becoming leaders well-equipped to turn ideas into action.

Admissions

Come learn for yourself why there is no better school in the Mid-South for boys. We are committed to academic excellence, and we know how to teach boys. Nearly 70 percent of our teachers have advanced degrees, and they average 22 years of experience. We maintain a student-teacher ratio of 7 to 1, and a typical class size of 15. Step-by-step, our students learn to take responsibility for their actions, serve the community, and develop leadership skills as they make lifelong friendships.

Academics

The extraordinarily accomplished and dedicated faculty is our driving force, and providing boys an unparalleled college-preparatory education is our guiding principle. Since the school’s founding in 1893, we have upheld a tradition of excellence, and we stay on the cutting edge by keeping an eye on the future. What we teach is shaped by the expectations that colleges have for students they admit, and by what we believe we should pass on from generation to generation.

Arts

Understanding and appreciating the works of man’s creative spirit are necessary for a complete education. We offer students myriad opportunities for hands-on, full-fledged participation in performing, visual, and recording arts. Boys here have the chance to sculpt, to paint, to act, to sing, and to perform, and the whole community benefits from the creativity that they express.

“It is art that makes life, makes interest, makes importance … and I know of no substitute whatever for the force and beauty of its process.” - Henry James, 1915

Athletics

Sports have always played a significant role in shaping the moral character of our students. Teamwork, self-sacrifice, courage, stamina, perseverance, hard work, self-control - these values are forged in the crucible of competition. While we are extremely proud of our numerous athletic achievements, we realize these endeavors are never an end in themselves, but a powerful means to an end: self-knowledge and self-improvement for our boys. Our athletic program lives by the highest code of sportsmanship. We play hard, we play by the rules, and we have fun. At MUS, we always play the games well.

Student Life

A tradition of excellence remains vigorous here due to the commitment of the entire community - especially students. We encourage our boys to strive for excellence because that allows them to find meaning in what they do, to play a role in something greater than themselves, and to discover a sense of competence and thus confidence in themselves and in their abilities. If our academics, or our sports, or our arts, or our service and leadership opportunities do not challenge or engage boys, then they lack the capacity to transform boys. The struggle for excellence makes our experiences real. And boys need something real.

Technology Award Named for Mr. Simi

The Tennessee Educational Technology Association (TETA) has named its prestigious Teacher of the Year Award the John Simi Teacher of the Year Award in recognition of his “unparalleled contributions to education and technology integration across Tennessee.”
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Memphis Day Highlights Music: Jan. 9

Memphis Day 2025 is Thursday, January 9. This year, we will celebrate our music heritage and explore the influence our hometown has on all things music.
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Basketball Homecoming Dance: Feb. 1

The Basketball Homecoming Dance is Saturday, February 1, from 8-10 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Hall. The theme will be Winter Wonderland.
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Half Days, Exam Week Information

Exam week is approaching! Monday-Thursday, December 9-12, will be the last regular class days. Friday, December 13, is a half day with dismissal at 11:45 a.m.
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Sophomores: Take Advantage of Free Practice ACT

The College Counseling Office is partnering with Compass Education Group to offer a free practice ACT for sophomores Saturday, February 1. Testing will begin at 8 a.m. in the Campus Center.
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Sports Events: Dec. 9-14

See all the basketball, swimming, and wrestling action for the week of December 9-14. As always, check those team pages under Athletics for the most up-to-date information!
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Spring Auditions: Dec. 11-12

Spring theater auditions will be held Wednesday, December 11, and Thursday, December 12, from 4-6 p.m. in Hyde Chapel. Auditions will cover both upcoming spring productions: the winter student showcase, Live at the Hyde, and the spring production, Henry IV, Part 1.
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Winter Concerts Spread Joy

Our Winter Concerts are the perfect way to ring in the holiday season!
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Bookstore Holiday Open House: Dec. 13

Save the date! The Schaeffer Bookstore will be open Friday, December 13, 8 a.m. to noon, to help you complete your list of stocking stuffers and gifts!
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Take Advantage of Exam Study Sessions: Dec. 9-19

We will host Exam Study Sessions on select days beginning Monday, December 9. The sessions will run from 6-8 p.m. in Hyde Library. No registration is required - just attend!
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Themes of Gratitude Infuse Chapel

Robert J. Hussey, Sr. Chair of Religion Clay Smythe ’85 opened the annual Thanksgiving chapel November 26, reading from the “1928 Book of Common Prayer.” Upper School Counselor Chima Onwuka offered The Collect. Luke Tijong ’26 read Deuteronomy 8:7-18; Joey Paul ’25, Psalm 65; and Instructor in Religion Elliott Dent, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15.
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All-West Honors Announced

Congratulations to all Owl musicians who auditioned for the All-West Tennessee Orchestras. They performed difficult musical excerpts, scales, and were required to sightread in front of a judge who is a professional musician and/or teacher. The 13 selected students will play in the All-West Tennessee Honor Orchestra Clinic in February.
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Artistic Owls win BRACE Awards

Congratulations to the following Owls for winning awards in the Briarcrest Regional Art Contest and Exhibition.
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Manhood Breakfast Hosts Large

History Instructor Jonathan Large was the speaker at the Manhood Breakfast on November 22. Large, who is the advisor for the Civic Service Organization, spoke with Lower School Owls about what leadership in service looks like. He explained how one of the most valuable gifts students can give to those in need is their time.
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Owls Enjoy International Fair

The Counseling Department, Inclusion and Belonging Committee, and Department of Classical and Modern Languages held an International Fair on November 22 in Ross Lynn Arena to punctuate the end of International Week.
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College Financial Aid Information for Seniors

The priority filing deadline for financial aid usually shares a similar deadline with the application deadline. Be sure to check the college website to see which forms are required and when they are due.
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Owls Score in Latin Fall Festivus

The scholarship of MUS Latin students – and their skill at chariot racing – was on full display at the 17th Annual Latin Fall Festivus on November 16 at White Station High School.
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Summer Fellowship Deadline: Feb. 18

MUS is honored to offer three summer fellowships to support Owls in Classes of 2025-27 in summer enrichment programs. Application deadline is February 18.
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Williamson Presents Veterans Chapel

Mr. Christopher Williamson ’06 spoke in chapel about his experience in the U.S. Marine Corps as part of our Veterans Week Chapel Series, organized by the Alumni Veteran Committee. Williamson said that his four years at MUS prepared him well for his military service and for his career as the COO and wealth advisor for Red Door Wealth Management.
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Chapel Features Military Panel

Mr. Harvey Kay ’75, Lt. Col. David Malone ’75, and Mr. Bruce Moore ’77 distinguished our Veterans Week panel November 13. Moderator George Willmott ’26 posed questions about their military service and asked their advice for Owls considering serving their country.
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About

Admissions

Academics

Arts

Athletics

Student Life

Technology Award Named for Mr. Simi

Memphis Day Highlights Music: Jan. 9

Basketball Homecoming Dance: Feb. 1

Half Days, Exam Week Information

Sophomores: Take Advantage of Free Practice ACT

Sports Events: Dec. 9-14

Spring Auditions: Dec. 11-12

Winter Concerts Spread Joy

Bookstore Holiday Open House: Dec. 13

Take Advantage of Exam Study Sessions: Dec. 9-19

Themes of Gratitude Infuse Chapel

All-West Honors Announced

Artistic Owls win BRACE Awards

Manhood Breakfast Hosts Large

Owls Enjoy International Fair

College Financial Aid Information for Seniors

Owls Score in Latin Fall Festivus

Summer Fellowship Deadline: Feb. 18

Williamson Presents Veterans Chapel

Chapel Features Military Panel

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