The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, founded in 1794 as a small college, has since grown into Tennessee's pride and joy, serving as the state's flagship university and premier public research institution. Committed to educational excellence, UT Knoxville, together with the UT Space Institute and the UT Institute of Agriculture, educates its citizens, enriches its culture, and impacts lives through research and service. With a focus on excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, creative activity, outreach, and engagement, UT Knoxville is classified as producing very high research activity and is recognized as a Carnegie Community Engaged university.

The university is governed by a board of trustees and is part of the University of Tennessee System, along with other esteemed institutions. It offers a wide range of programs and degrees across various disciplines, including baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, UT Knoxville is dedicated to providing a world-class education while fostering a spirit of service and leadership.

Explore the campus, delve into its rich history, and embrace the Volunteer spirit that has guided this institution for over 225 years