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The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

UTC

Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403-2598

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Data last updated: August 29, 2026

77%Admit rate
$12,817Avg net price
1005–1185SAT middle 50%
53%Grad in 4 yrs
9,878Undergrads

Known for business — excellent value

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is a public institution in Chattanooga with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1117, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 9.9K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,151 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,817.

Established
1886
Motto
Faciemus
Mascot
Scrappy the Mocking Bird
Type
Public university
Division
Division I
77%
Acceptance
1117
SAT Avg
9,878
Undergrads
17:1
Student : Faculty
53%
Grad Rate (4yr)
$51,151
Earnings 10yr
$12,817
Avg Net Price

Rankings

U.S. News
2025
#315

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History & Fun Facts

  • •In 1907, the school changed its name to University of Chattanooga.
  • •In 1964 the university merged with Zion College, which had been established in 1949 and later became Chattanooga City College.
  • •In 1969 the University of Chattanooga joined the UT system and became the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Source: Wikipedia

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