UT Chattanooga
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga · Chattanooga, Tennessee · Public
UT Chattanooga admitted 72% of 12,313 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 983–1150 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 53% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at UT Chattanooga
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Application deadlines
UT Chattanooga’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $30, and UT Chattanooga accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check UT Chattanooga’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
UT Chattanooga doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How UT Chattanooga rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- Character
Considered
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.62 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $26,546 in-state and $34,610 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $13,801 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is UT Chattanooga’s acceptance rate?
UT Chattanooga admitted 72% of applicants: 8,819 of 12,313 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is UT Chattanooga’s application deadline?
UT Chattanooga uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for UT Chattanooga?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 983 to 1150, with a median around 1080. A score at or above 1080 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is UT Chattanooga’s application fee?
The application fee is $30 for 2026–27, and UT Chattanooga accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Does UT Chattanooga have supplemental essays?
No. UT Chattanooga doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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