The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

It is moderately difficult to get into The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga admitted 83% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 8,345 students applied to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and 6,897 were admitted.

If you are applying to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 5/1 and the application fee costs $30.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Mean SAT Score	1126
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	90%
Waitlist	No

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 1	–

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Applying Early to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga?

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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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Transferring to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important 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 shine.

Admissions Factors at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

What does The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

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

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	√	–	2.5 GPA with minimum ACT score of 21/SAT of 990 or minimum GPA of 2.85 with minimum ACT score of 18/SAT score of 870
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 at Chattanooga?

Students admitted to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

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 at Chattanooga does not have 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, 5% of The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 90% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

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

To be competitive with other The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga applicants, you should strive to earn between 1040 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 1040, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga student is 1126.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 513 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 513 or higher.

To be most competitive at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga?

❌ Students who are admitted to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

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

✅ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

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

✅ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is not test optional.

What is The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's acceptance rate?

✅ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's acceptance rate is 83%.

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

❌ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga does not offer early decision.

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