UTK Acceptance Rate: Class of 2030 (Latest)

The University of Tennessee accepts 41.6% of applicants as its admission rate continues a steady downward trend. Although Class of 2030 figures are not out yet, recent profiles show you will need a strong academic record to compete. Admitted students typically present a high school GPA between 3.55 and 3.9.

UTK Acceptance Rate

Official Class of 2030 figures are not public yet. UTK has a reported acceptance rate of 41.6%.[1] That figure comes from federal reporting rather than a Common Data Set, so it covers the most recent year the U.S. Department of Education has published. This page is updated as soon as newer figures are available.

Admitted Student Profile at UTK

The middle 50% of enrolled students reported:[1]

• SAT (combined mid-50%): 1200–1370 (EBRW 600–680, Math 600–690)
• ACT composite (mid-50%): 25–31
• High school GPA (mid-50%): 3.55–3.9

UTK by the Numbers

• Yield rate: 27.4% of admitted students enroll
• Undergraduate enrollment: 30,418
• First-year retention: 91.9%
• Graduation rate: 73.9%

Figures are from federal reporting rather than a Common Data Set, so they describe enrolled students rather than the admitted pool.[1]

What This Means for Your Application

• Target strong grades: Aim for a high school GPA above 3.55 to sit safely within the middle range of accepted applicants.
• Score highly on math: Prepare thoroughly for standardized tests because the middle half of admitted students score between 600 and 690 on SAT Math.
• Expect a large community: The total undergraduate enrollment is 30,418 students, meaning you will have countless opportunities to find clubs and peers.
• Prepare to stay: An impressive first-year retention rate of 91.9% shows that the vast majority of freshmen are highly satisfied with their choice.