Become Extraordinary
We offer more than 70 majors, minors, and interdisciplinary programs, including more than 12 academic fields with pre-professional advising. Our students thrive with our strong faculty to student ratios, while accessing the best research programs in the country.
Here, you’ll find a supportive community that pushes you to excel, mentors who guide you toward your goals, and opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom. Whether you're exploring new ideas, making an impact in Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø, or preparing for a future of limitless possibilities, your Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø experience will shape who you are and who you will become.
We offer admission for a residential undergraduate experience, graduate and master’s programs, and summer programs for high school students. Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø accepts students from all across the globe. We invite you to apply to a place like no other.
Apply to Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø by using the Common App, which opens August 1. Our timeline will make sure you don’t miss important deadlines and opportunities so you can achieve your academic, personal, and postgraduation goals. We are here to help you stay on track, and we welcome transfer applicants.
We have a team of amazing admission counselors to guide you through the process as you begin your collegiate experience. From coast to coast and across the oceans, we have someone ready to meet and serve you. Connect with us and explore Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø with help from the best.
Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø considers scores on the following examinations for course credit: College Board Advanced Placement; Cambridge Pre-U, A-Level exams, and AS-level exams; and the International Baccalaureate and Option International Baccalaureate academic programs.
Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø is ranked the #1 liberal arts college in Tennessee, and we continuously appear on multiple national rankings for Best Value and Top Colleges, as well as for the most beautiful campuses in the nation. We are known for our academic excellence and prestige and for faculty who will mentor you and support your goals. Students are always our first priority.
You Can Afford Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø College!
We are committed to making Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø affordable by offering generous financial aid, scholarships, and grants to ensure students from all backgrounds can access a high-quality education. Over 80% of students receive financial assistance, including merit-based scholarships, need-based aid, and work-study opportunities. We also provide financial counseling and flexible payment plans to help families manage costs. With a focus on making education affordable, Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø strives to minimize financial barriers while delivering a transformative academic experience.
See What Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Offers
Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø offers 130+ student clubs, organizations, and intramural and club sports, and is home to 23 men’s and women’s NCAA Division III intercollegiate teams. Approximately 47% of the student population ranked in the top 10% of their high school graduating class. Within one year after earning their Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø degree, 99% of our graduates are employed, attend graduate school, or volunteer full-time.
Our hometown of Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø offers a vast array of opportunities for internships and employment, or just plain fun! Known as the Home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll, Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø is also home to world-renowned medical and research facilities, such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (a partner of ours), and several Fortune 500 companies. On any given day, you can take in a live concert, enjoy a delicious meal at locally owned restaurants, tour cultural museums, or stroll one of many hiking trails. In your free time, you can also enjoy an NBA game, see a play or musical at the Orpheum, explore the Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø Zoo (across the street from campus), or find your own special spots to enjoy. Our vibrant city is a substantial part of the Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø experience. Come see why Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø – and Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø – are a place like no other!
