UTK Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 41.60%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1280. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $13,812
- Out-of-State Tuition: $33,256
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UTK:
- Total Enrollment: 38,728, including 3,176 online students
- 30,564 Undergraduate, 8,164 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46.1% men, 53.9% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 74%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 16%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 92%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 306 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 10 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 140 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UTK Overview
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville (UTK) is a four-year, public school located in Knoxville, TN. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UTK's tuition & fees is $13,812 for Tennessee residents and $33,256 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 77% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,451.
The school has a total enrollment of 38,728 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
UTK's acceptance rate is 41.60% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 27.37%. The median SAT score is 1280 and the ACT score is 28.
UTK ranked 176th in National Universities and 11st in Tennessee Colleges rankings. The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is $13,812 for in-state students and $33,256 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $15,972 for in-state students and $34,760 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,148 for Tennessee residents and $34,589 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $18,730 for Tennessee residents and $37,631 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,812 | $33,256 |
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| Graduate | $15,972 | $34,760 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $14,148 | $34,589 |
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| Graduate | $18,730 | $37,631 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UTK
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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