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UTC Graduate School

Ignite your passion. Advance your career. Make an impact.

Offering more than 30 graduate programs – including master's degrees, doctoral degrees and specialist certificates to help you transform your future and unlock your full potential.

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Welcome to the Graduate School!

If you’re looking to advance your career or take the next step in your education, the Graduate School at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is the right place for you.

The Graduate School offers a wide range of master’s, doctoral and specialist programs to prepare students for a broad spectrum of careers. Explore our graduate programs by clicking here.

The strengths of our graduate programs rely on our outstanding faculty dedicated to providing the highest quality of education. Our small student-to-faculty ratio gives students a better opportunity to interact with faculty and receive one-on-one mentorship and personalized support.

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Qualifying students can now use remaining TN HOPE Scholarship eligibility to pursue an advanced degree!

Funding: Can be utilized for graduate school tuition & fees (up to $2,850 per semester).
Eligibility: Students must begin coursework directly after completing an undergraduate degree (excluding summer terms).
Credit Hours: Full scholarship requires enrollment in at least 9 credit hours. Partial scholarships are available for fewer hours.
Duration: Students can utilize the TN HOPE Scholarship for 5 total years after high school graduation.

Some restrictions apply. Please contact UTC Financial Aid to see if you qualify at [email protected].

Make an impact and inspire the next generation of STEM professionals!

The UTC Robert Noyce Teacher Fellowship Program can help STEM graduates earn a fully funded M. Ed. Secondary Education degree and teacher certification in 14 months – with additional salary stipends and supplemental benefits after graduation.

The Noyce Fellowship Program is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and seeks to encourage talented professionals in STEM disciplines to pursue careers in high school and middle school teaching.

In 4 semesters, students will be able to earn their M.Ed. in Secondary Education. Upon graduation, the fellow is expected to teach 4 years in high-needs schools in Hamilton County or other specified high-needs districts (must be completed within the first 6 years of graduation).

Some restriction apply. Learn more about the program's details here.

Email Dr. Deborah McAllister if you have any questions.

Deadline soon - Apply now!