MUS admits students without regard to race, color, creed, or national or ethnic origin and seeks students with the potential for college studies. We offer need-based financial aid to qualified students.
Mission Memphis University School is a college-preparatory school dedicated to academic excellence, cultivation of service and leadership, and the development of well-rounded young men of strong moral character, consistent with the school’s Christian tradition.
Philosophy Memphis University School is committed to high standards of honor and integrity, academic performance, service, leadership, and athletics, and to the transmission of Judeo-Christian values.
An MUS education is characterized by a rigorous curriculum, a lively exchange of ideas, supportive teaching, and adherence to an honor code. Its objective is to instruct students in the skills and subject matter of the humanities and sciences, to engender successful habits and techniques of learning, and to instill the foremost principles of personal responsibility, morality, and gentlemanly conduct.
A dynamic extracurricular program devoted to excellence promotes leadership and service and encourages development of physical fitness and a rich variety of talents and interests. Non-denominational and non-sectarian, MUS seeks to foster a respectful appreciation of the spiritual nature of people and honors the sincere expression of widely differing faiths. MUS aspires to be a community of mutual respect and concern regardless of individual differences.
Written by members of the Class of 2001, the Community Creed was approved by the Student Council and adopted as a statement of the ideals and virtues that have governed student behavior and attitudes since the inception of the school.
Community Creed As students of Memphis University School, we share a duty to preserve our tradition of general excellence by upholding the principles that define and unify our community.
Truth and Honor: An MUS student tells the truth, does his own work, honors his commitments, and respects the property of others and of the school.
Scholarship: An MUS student actively seeks knowledge and understanding, and he encourages that pursuit among his classmates.
Service:
An MUS student contributes his time and abilities to the welfare of his school and of the greater community.
Respect:
An MUS student is courteous and kind and appreciates everyone in his community.
Humility:
An MUS student may be confident but never arrogant or boastful.
Involvement:
An MUS student develops leadership, cooperation, communication, self-discipline, and friendships in activities outside the classroom.
Accountability:
An MUS student takes responsibility for his actions and accepts their consequences.
Honor and integrity characterize a school worthy of respect. From its earliest days, Memphis University School has developed these virtues through the Honor System. An integral part of the life of the students, the Honor System aids the school in its mission of developing a boy’s character and enriching his spiritual life. Learn more about the Honor System, Oath of Honor, and Honor Council under Student Leadership HERE.
Dear MUS, How kind the fate that brought us to these halls To learn thy ways, To walk in truth and honor all our days. We pray that we shall always honor Thee. Let us all unite to sing To Alma Mater, Friend, and Leader, University.
WEATHER CLOSINGS During adverse weather conditions, administrators monitor the situation and decide when the school will close or follow abbreviated hours. The decision is posted on the school’s website and social media as soon as it is made, so please do not call or message school officials or administrative offices.
The school also calls, emails, and texts families during school emergencies and closings. These emergency notifications are called Owls Alerts. For us to contact you, we need accurate contact information and your permission to text you.
If you need to update your contact information, go to the Profile Update page of our website. You must also text "YES" to 87569 to allow us to text you.
The school responds to severe weather and other emergencies with a practiced procedure of securing students as quickly and as safely as possible in the most secure environment that the facilities offer.
In any real emergency, students are not to leave campus without permission from the administration. Buildings are safer than vehicles during these events, and the driving lanes on campus must be as free as possible for emergency vehicles or for the orderly dismissal from school once conditions improve according to the National Weather Service.
The MUS U Book is a comprehensive annual handbook of policies and contact information. It is provided to current MUS families, and may not be used for solicitation or commercial purpose. For confidentiality reasons only policies are provided here.
This document briefly outlines school policy about social media, use of school identity, and publishing guidelines. Contact the Communications Office with any questions.
LS RedZone Festival: May 11
Lower School Owls are encouraged to join students at RedZone Ministries for games and food Saturday, May 11, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The MUS quiz bowl team competed in the 3-2-1 Competition and came in first in the state of Tennessee and first in the nation (out of 102 schools). They answered 78% of the 240 online questions correctly for a total of 365 points.
CSO is holding a Special Olympics Festival on Blankenship Field on Saturday, April 27, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Owls will officiate games and serve food for the guest athletes.
Class of 2024 family members joined students and faculty in Hyde Chapel on April 24 for the Senior Academic Awards program. Faculty presented the awards while praising each student for his accomplishments.
Rising sophomores and juniors should take advantage of the new AP History prep classes beginning July 15 or July 22! These one-week courses introduce the AP exam format and hone testing skills. Get your AP European History assignments finished early! The first session focuses on the Renaissance, and the second session reviews the Reformation.
Camp U is an exciting weeklong half-day camp for boys in rising Grades 3-7 who want to add outdoor fun and adventure to their summer. Campers will play sports and learn life skills including cooking and camping basics. Make the most of summer with Camp U!
Bubones competed at the Tennessee Junior Classical League Convention and finished first overall for the 15th consecutive time. Held at the University of Memphis April 19-20, the competition drew 358 students from 21 schools across the state who competed in myriad academic and creative events involving the Latin language and Roman life and history.
Talented musicians from the Class of 2024 performed in the inaugural senior recital April 21 in Hyde Chapel. The concert featured solo performances by Joel Lim on oboe, Dannie Dong on piano, and Gabe Chen on violin.
Ideal for boys in rising Grades 3-7, this summer art camp runs Monday-Thursday, June 17-20, from 1-4 p.m. Sign up today for this fun and creative camp covering the basics of drawing and painting robots.
Memphis City Council Member Chase Carlisle ’03 presented The President’s Volunteer Service Award to 27 Owls at the Special Awards and Honor Societies Induction ceremony in Hyde Chapel April 17.
We will celebrate our tennis team seniors Tuesday, April 23, at 3:45 p.m. Senior presentations will be before the match, and a pizza dinner will follow after the match. Check out the rest of the sports events that follow.
Ten Owls from the Class of 2024 received 29 regional honors for their writing in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Jerry Xiao earned seven Gold Keys, the top honor, and Gabe Chen also received a Gold Key. Their work automatically advances to the national level of judging in New York City. National Medalists will be announced June 11.
Six Owls earned prizes in the 2024 Vergilian Society Keely Lake Memorial Translation Exam. The contest consists of translating a passage from the writings of Vergil along with a short answer portion. This is the first time the Latin Department participated in the contest.
Bryan Ding '24 earned an Honorable Mention for his efforts in the March 12 National Open Exam for the USA Biolympiad, and he was invited to compete in the semifinal round April 4.
Ammar Duldul ’25 has received the state HOSA Bronze Level Barbara James Service Award in recognition of 130 hours he has volunteered in health-related community service activities.
Have you ever wanted to learn a musical instrument? Come explore the musical possibilities of playing the flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, tuba, and percussion with band and orchestra faculty. No prior experience or musical knowledge is necessary to take advantage of this awesome opportunity!
Thirty-four Owls traveled to Nashville to participate in the YMCA Youth-in-Government Tristar Conference held April 11-14 in the State Capitol, and 18 brought home awards or honors.