The University of Tennessee

If you are thinking about applying to The University of Tennessee, the application fee is $50.

Students who submit their applications to The University of Tennessee for fall semester should anticipate a decision by February 15.

The University of Tennessee Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of The University of Tennessee's admissions stats.

The University of Tennessee 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	35%
Mean SAT Score	1250
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	16%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	62%
Waitlist	Yes

The University of Tennessee Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of Tennessee.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 15

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Applying Early to The University of Tennessee?

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The University of Tennessee does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. The University of Tennessee will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

The University of Tennessee accepts approximately 86% of early action applicants and 75% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2021, The University of Tennessee admitted 15,897 of the 18,553 who applied early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The University of Tennessee Admissions

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Transferring to The University of Tennessee

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of Tennessee

In 2022, The University of Tennessee waitlisted 128 students and 53 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 19 eventually got off the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The University of Tennessee?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at The University of Tennessee

What does The University of Tennessee consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with The University of Tennessee for more information on admission factors.

The University of Tennessee 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The University of Tennessee, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with The University of Tennessee's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Letter(s) of Recommendation		1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The University of Tennessee?

The University of Tennessee has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school. The University of Tennessee considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 36% submitted a class rank. At The University of Tennessee 35% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 63% were in the top 25% and 91% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of Tennessee, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	59%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	12%
3.25 and 3.49	8%
3.00 and 3.24	4%
2.50 and 2.9	1%
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The University of Tennessee directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The University of Tennessee considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

The University of Tennessee has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 16% of The University of Tennessee's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 62% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The University of Tennessee?

To be competitive with other The University of Tennessee applicants, you should strive to score between 1180 and 1340 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The University of Tennessee 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1340 and 25% of scored lower than 1180, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The University of Tennessee student is 1250.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of Tennessee students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 590 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of Tennessee students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 590 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for The University of Tennessee?

To be most competitive at The University of Tennessee, you should strive to earn between 25 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of Tennessee's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of Tennessee students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to The University of Tennessee

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to The University of Tennessee.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of Tennessee during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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The University of Tennessee Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The University of Tennessee?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The University of Tennessee.

Does The University of Tennessee accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of Tennessee accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The University of Tennessee accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does The University of Tennessee accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The University of Tennessee accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of Tennessee?

❌ No, The University of Tennessee is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is The University of Tennessee's acceptance rate?

✅ The University of Tennessee's acceptance rate is 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of Tennessee?

❌ The University of Tennessee does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at The University of Tennessee?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at The University of Tennessee was 86% in 2021.

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