About UTC
Build Community. Make Connections. Develop a Career.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is a national model for metropolitan universities. In collaboration with our many regional partners, we offer an experiential learning environment with outstanding teaching scholars in bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs.
UTC's vision, mission and values are centered on engaging students, inspiring change and enriching our community.
Meet the Chancellor
Welcome to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. We are on a journey to excellence with a focus on student success and building community connections.
At UTC, we boldly embrace a passion for excellence in all that we do as we change lives and transform communities.
Mission
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga enriches lives through accessible and innovative education, impactful research, and dynamic community partnerships, driving progress and well-being across Tennessee and beyond.
Values
BE ONE UTC
B: Bold and impactful
E: Embrace differences
O: Optimistic and visionary
N: Nimble and innovative
E: Excel in all we do
U: United and connected
T: Transparent and trusted
C: Community engaged
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has been one of the more eye-opening experiences I've had in my educational career. While the courses offered are challenging, you will leave each day with something more than you bargained for or expected!
Our History
Shaping the Future for over 135 Years
Since its founding as Chattanooga University in 1886, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has pursued an institutional excellence on a blend of private and public traditions in higher education.
Goals
- Strategically expand to 15,000 students.
- Become a Carnegie Classified R2 University, a designation for "Doctoral University: High Research Activity."
UTC Quick Facts
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150+ Degree Programs and Concentrations
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1.9 Million Books and Federal and State Documents Housed in Our Library
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3.63 GPA Average for Incoming Freshmen
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22.8 Freshman Mean Enhanced ACT Composite
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12,060 Total Students
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$10,762 Total Tuition and Fees for In-State Undergraduates
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150+ Student Organizations
Amazing campus and professors. I love living on campus and being able to branch out. Professors are always willing to help and are passionate about what they do.