Undergraduate
Cost, Tuition and Aid
A college degree is an important investment—so is your future. We make it affordable for you to earn a UT degree and prepare you for what comes next. In fact, nearly half of our students graduate without debt, and we are consistently below the national average for student debt!
Cost of Attendance
College is an important investment, and we’re committed to making sure you get the most out of it. Below is the estimated cost for full-time students, but most students don’t pay that full price.
In-State Key Costs
These are costs that are billed by UT or are required for class.
| Tuition & Fees | $13,812 |
| Housing & Food | $13,356 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,598 |
| Total | $28,766 |
(View the full the cost of attendance for the 2024-2025 academic year)
In-State Students: you could attend UT tuition-free!
As the public land grant flagship university, we want to make sure all Tennesseans have access to a college education. UT offers a few full tuition and mandatory fees scholarships to make your dreams a reality—without worrying about cost!
Out-of-State Key Costs
These are costs that are billed by UT or are required for class.
| Tuition & Fees | $33,256 |
| Housing & Food | $13,356 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment | $1,598 |
| Total | $48,210 |
(View the full the cost of attendance for the 2024-2025 academic year)
Out-of-State Students: Your hard work pays off
UT offers scholarships to out-of-state students who show high academic excellence and achievements.
This estimate is based on the 2024-2025 academic year and calculates the cost of students living on campus for both fall and spring semesters. Additional expenses including transportation, books, course materials, supplies & equipment, and loan fees are not included or set UT costs, but can impact the cost of attendance. The numbers listed above are here to help you estimate a budget. UT reserves the right to adjust tuition charges when deemed necessary. Official fees are set by the UT Board of Trustees in June/July of each year. Indirect costs will vary depending on your housing status.
Estimate Your Costs
What will your college education cost? Find out more about how to determine the aid you are eligible for and your cost of attendance.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
We’re ready to invest in your future—eighty-five percent of 2023 undergraduates received financial aid and scholarships from federal, UT, and private sources.
To be eligible for the most financial aid and scholarships, you should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year.
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded based on merit, financial need, or Tennessee residency, and some are renewable for up to four years!
Work Study
Earn work study funds to help cover educational expenses by working part-time! Work study students earn an average of $3,000 per year.
Grants
Grants are reserved for students with the highest financial need and do not need to be repaid. Filing your FAFSA each year determines your Student Aid Index (SAI) and grant eligibility.
Students Loans
Student loans help cover educational expenses. All loans must be repaid, however some programs may offer low-interest rates and tax-deductible interest payments.
I’m from a town of 16,000, and I never thought that I would move to London, or move to DC for two separate summers. They invested in me and my experience to make sure that I could do that.
Meredith Bailey
Greeneville, TN
Invest In Your Future
We offer resources on campus to help you graduate on time and keep the cost of attendance low. Our Center for Financial Wellness helps students make responsible financial decisions, while One Stop Student Services is your one-stop shop for information about enrollment, academic records, making payments, and financial aid.
Discounts & Waivers
Discounts and waivers are available to certain populations to attend UT!