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!
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.
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)
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!
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)
UT offers scholarships to out-of-state students who show high academic excellence and achievements. In addition to our scholarship programs, we are proud participants in the Academic Common Market, which allows some out-of-state students to pay in-state tuition.
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.
What will your college education cost? Find out more about how to determine the aid you are eligible for and your cost of attendance.
