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Public, 4-Year
Knoxville, TN

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$13,484

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

46.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

73.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$60,249

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Knoxville, TN. With a competitive tuition profile of $13,484, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 73.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing600 – 670
20025th–75th percentile800
Math590 – 670
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite25 – 31
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

46.0%

Transfer-Out Rate17.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$53,936

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$30,249

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$248,554

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$551,044

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is $20,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.4%
45.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.3%
Hispanic
6.0%
Two or more
5.2%
Black
3.8%
Asian
3.6%
Unknown
1.1%
International
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$13,484

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,397
$30k - $48k$12,714
$48k - $75k$18,820
$75k+$23,297

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,500
Pell Grant Recipients20.7%
Using Federal Loans30.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment68.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

91.1%

Success

73.0%

In-State Cost

$13,484

Age 25+ Students

3.0%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

5,631 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Knoxville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Knoxville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Knoxville

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$985

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,000

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,221

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Knoxville metropolitan area.