Undergraduate
Admissions Blog
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Read More: You’re Invited: Big Orange Preview Spring 2026Get first-hand experience as a Volunteer at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville during Big Orange Preview! Join us on Saturday, April 25 to explore campus, connect with academic programs and student resources, and start planning your journey to Rocky Top. Our spring open house offers something for everyone—whether you’re a prospective high school, transfer, or recently admitted student planning your next steps, we have something for you. From guided…
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Read More: Confirming Your Enrollment: You’re In! Now What?You did it! After the applications, the essays, the waiting, and refreshing your Go Vols Portal more times than you’d probably like to admit — you opened your decision and saw the words you’d been hoping for: “You’re a Volunteer!” Confirming your enrollment at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, isn’t just checking a box—it’s choosing your future! It’s choosing the energy of Neyland Stadium on a crisp fall Saturday. It’s choosing late-night study sessions at Hodges Library that turn into…
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Read More: A Rocky Top Transfer Student’s ExperienceChoosing a college is not an easy decision. Like many students, I knew I ultimately wanted to end up at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, but I wasn’t always sure what path would get me there. As a current student in the Rocky Top Transfer Program, I understand that transferring can sound overwhelming and uncertain. However, this program is specifically…
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Read More: Fall 2026 Waitlist
Students who receive a waitlist decision are encouraged to opt-in to join the waitlist for Fall 2026. They can also choose to participate in one of three program options: UT Access Collaborative, Rocky Top Transfer or Verto Vols. We will continue checking in with students on the waitlist to see if they are still interested in UT, or if their plans for Fall 2026 have changed. If capacity becomes available in…
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Read More: Fall 2026 Release Summary
It’s never been a better time to be a Tennessee Volunteer! The Fall 2026 class will join a community ready to engage in learning, growth, and meaningful, life changing experiences. Our approach to admissions is focused on delivering an unparalleled Volunteer experience for all Vols and creating pathways that give students a clear road to Rocky Top based…
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Our team of counselors, staff, and current students can’t wait to share all parts of the admissions process, decisions, and life on Rocky Top with future Volunteers. We hope to see you on campus soon!
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