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- FAFSA School Code: 003530
- Phone: (423) 425-4111
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
78.85%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
48FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,464Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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The University of Tennessee (UTC)
615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN
The University of Tennessee (UT) is considered a "research-intensive" institution of higher learning that promotes excellent education, research and public service. The university co-manages the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the Department of Energy's largest science and Energy lab.
UT was ranked 47th among public universities in the United States by U.S. News and World Report. The University of Tennessee's nuclear engineering, social work, and supply chain management and logistics programs rank particularly high.
UT offers more than 300 academic degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. It is situation on a large, 560-acre campus that is known for its green spaces, nearby lakes and views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The UT brings many research dollars to the state of Tennessee and prides itself on sharing the collective expertise, creativity and cutting-edge research of its faculty and student body with the local communities.
History
The University of Tennessee was founded in Knoxville in 1794 as Blount College, two years before Tennessee became a state. The school changed names a few times, becoming the University of Tennessee in 1879. Initially an all-male college, the first women were admitted as students in 1892. The university had to close during the Civil War, and its buildings were used by the Confederate army, and later the Union army. It reopened after the war, becoming a federal land-grant institution. The UT has continued to grow since then, expanding its program offerings through the years.
Traditions
The University of Tennessee is rich with traditions, and the two most notable traditions are worth mentioning. The school colors of orange and white, chosen for the orange and white daisies that grew on campus. Part of the original campus is known as "The Hill," the rising bank above the north short of the Tennessee River, on which Ayres Hall stands. Ayres Hall was built in 1919.
Academics
The University of Tennessee's academic calendar follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summers semesters, and a shorter "mini-term" that runs from early May until early June.
Colleges and Schools
- Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources
- Architecture and Design
- Arts and Sciences
- Business Administration
- Communication and Information
- Education, Health, and Human Sciences
- Engineering
- Graduate School
- Law
- Nursing
- Social Work
- Space Institute
- Veterinary Medicine
The University of Tennessee also has institutes of Agriculture, Public Service and Space.
Student Life
The University of Tennessee offers many programs and resources to its students, including undergraduate advising, outreach and continuing education, honors programs, distinguished fellowship programs, a student success center, a teaching and learning center, and more.
The UT Knoxville campus offers 12 residential housing options for students. There are also many dining options on campus.
Students at UT have more than 300 student clubs and organizations to choose from, including service groups, academic clubs, and professional organizations, those focused on politics, religion, sports or other interests.
Fraternities and Sororities
There are more than 26 fraternities and 17 sororities available at the University of Tennessee. The Dean of Students Office has more information about how to become involved.
Athletics
The UT athletics division has 20 men's and women's varsity teams that compete in intercollegiate sports. The "Vols" and "Lady Vols" have won many athletics championships. The "Vols" sports teams include:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
The Knoxville campus is the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee system, which also includes the Chattanooga and Martin campuses, and the UT Health Science Center in Memphis.
Community Life
The University of Tennessee prides itself on being an economic driver in the state. Its co-management, with Battelle Memorial Institute, of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory is one of its key contributions to and collaborations with the local communities. Additionally, UT has a top campus environmental effort called "Make Orange Green" that is honored across the state.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students UTC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at The University of Tennessee is about 29,000, where graduate students make up roughly 18% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $21,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $11,000-$14,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $29,000-$34,230
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $380-$450 per unit
- Out-of-State: $1,100-$1,400 per unit
- Room and board is estimated to cost around $14,000
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $9,890 |
Receiving Student Loans | 45% | $7,418 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, The University of Tennessee may provide services to students including:- Online classes
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) & Supervisory CPE Program
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
The University of Tennessee is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southeastern Conference)
- Basketball (Southeastern Conference)
- Track and Field (Southeastern Conference)
- Football (Southeastern Conference)
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by The University of Tennessee by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, D, M)
- Food Science (B, D, M)
- Agriculture (D)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, M)
- Landscape Architect (M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology (D, M)
- Biochemistry (D, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B, M)
- Business Administration (B, D, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Human Resources (B, M)
- Hotel and Hospitality Management (B)
- Management Science
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Journalism (B)
- Public Relations (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Industrial Engineering (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Nuclear Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Materials Engineering (B, D, M)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Nutrition (B, D, M)
- Gerontology (C)
- Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, C, D, M)
- Public Policy (M)
- Public Administration (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Economics (B)
- Geography (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, C, D, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B, C, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Commercial and Advertising Art (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Art History (B)
- Interior Design (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to The University of Tennessee.
- Western Carolina University in Winston-Salem, NC (63 miles away)
- University of North Carolina at Asheville in Greensboro, NC (80 miles away)
- Tennessee Technological University in Nashville, TN (89 miles away)
- East Tennessee State University in Dyersburg, TN (91 miles away)
- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in Athens, TN (99 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003530
- Phone: (423) 425-4111
- School Homepage