The Memphis Challenge Criteria and Application Process

The Memphis Challenge selects minority students who represent the top 10 percent of the senior class from city, county and private schools in the Memphis area. Academic achievement, leadership abilities and interviewing skills are the basis for selection. The following criteria are necessary for consideration:

• Scholastic average of 3.5 or higher
• ACT score of at least 25 or a combined SAT score of 1,500 (applies to senior applicants only)
• Recommendation by guidance counselor and teachers
• Proven leadership skills, particularly in community service
• Written essay on select topics

Applicants to the program must be enthusiastic and hard-working students in pursuit of a successful college career. In addition, the program demands that applicants meet the high standards and maturity level required for the business environment.

After completing and submitting a Memphis Challenge application, qualified candidates are interviewed before a final decision is made.

2010 Applications

Click here to download an application for MC Class of 2011 and 2011 Junior MC.
Applications must be postmarked by Monday, June 14, 2010.

Junior MC Membership Criteria

The criteria for Junior MC are the same as those of The Memphis Challenge program except that candidates are high school juniors, and there is no ACT/SAT requirement.