The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Public university · Chattanooga, TN · 10,074 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1013–1210
ACT (middle 50%)
20–26
Average net price
$15,026
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,951
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
56%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga?
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1013 and 1210 on the SAT. A score at or above 1210 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1013, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–26.
The latest federal data says The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,951 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $15,026 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,762 for TN residents and $19,068 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,762
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$19,068
- Room & board$12,604
- Total cost of attendance$26,951
- Average net price after grants$15,026
Popular majors
Business, Psychology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Health Professions & Nursing, Engineering.
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga FAQ
- What is The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1013–1210. Aim for 1210 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–26.
- Is The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga test-optional?
- The latest federal data says The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga cost?
- About $26,951 a year before aid; $15,026 on average after grants.
- What is The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga's FAFSA school code?
- 003529. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga receives your information.
- What is The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga's graduation rate?
- 56% of students finish within six years.
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