Undergraduate
Admissions Blog

  • Explore Knoxville: UT Alum-Owned Businesses to Visit

    Welcome to Rocky Top! If you’re planning a visit to the University of Tennessee for an admissions event or campus tour, we encourage you to explore all that Knoxville and the East Tennessee region have to offer. Knoxville is full of unique spots owned and operated by proud UT alumni to check out and support while you’re in town!   Here are some must-visit local spots owned by VFLs (Vols for Life) that are loved by everyone who calls…

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  • University Honors on Rocky Top: Find your fit 

    Looking for a college experience that challenges you, connects you, and helps you stand out? Check out our University Honors programs! We offer two unique programs to challenge high-achieving students and give them opportunities to shine: the Chancellor’s Honors Program (CHP) and the Haslam Leadership Scholars (HALS).  Chancellor’s Honors Program (CHP)  Think small classes, big opportunities. CHP is UT’s largest honors program, designed to…

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  • Feel the Big Orange Energy at Big Orange Preview!

    There’s nothing like the energy of Rocky Top, and there’s no better way to experience it for yourself than at Big Orange Preview—UT’s biggest event and open house of the year! This full-day celebration gives you a real taste of life at the University of Tennessee and lets you see firsthand what it means to be a Volunteer. Whether you’re just…

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  • Game Day Magic: Rocky Top Tailgates

    This fall, we’re inviting future Volunteers to experience the magic of game day on Rocky Top with not just one—but TWO—Rocky Top Tailgates! Mark your calendars for September 20 and November 15 and choose the date that works best for you. Rocky Top Tailgate is a unique opportunity for hopeful Volunteers to see campus transform…

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  • UT’s Fall 2026 Application is Open!

    It’s time—whether you knew you bled orange from the day you were born or just heard about the amazing things happening at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (aka Rocky Top)—our Fall 2026 application is now OPEN!   Ready to apply but not sure where to start? We’ve broken down the process below into easy-to-follow steps so…

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Welcome to UT’s Admissions Blog!

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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