The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
UTC
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403-2598
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
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.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1117
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
62.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-4.0%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
75
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (89)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
74%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
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Varsity Sports — Mocs
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
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TN state average + city premium
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