University of Tennessee System Celebrates Record Enrollment, Gains in Graduation Rates

UT campuses across the state experienced gains, with the flagship UT Knoxville recording a 6.8% increase in undergraduate enrollment from 2022.

UT Knoxville

• 2023 total enrollment = 36,304

• 2022 total enrollment = 33,805

Enrollment at UT Knoxville has experienced more than 20% growth during the past five years.

UT Chattanooga

• 2023 total enrollment = 11,380

• 2022 total enrollment = 11,283

UT Martin

• 2023 total enrollment = 6,941

• 2022 total enrollment = 6,868

UT Health Science Center

• 2023 total enrollment = 3,123

• 2022 total enrollment = 3,142

UT Southern

• 2023 total enrollment = 978

• 2022 total enrollment = 934

“While national enrollment trends may show a decline, setting a new record for enrollment across our UT System campuses is a testament to the outstanding work of our faculty and staff who work incredibly hard to provide an accessible, high-quality education,” UT System President Randy Boyd said. “Growth in retention is one key factor in our record enrollment numbers. These trends also reflect the dedication and determination of our students, who are seizing the opportunities our UT campuses offer to shape their futures. Our students recognize the value of a UT education while our campuses continue to adapt and innovate to meet their needs.”

Since the fall of 2019, the UT System has experienced steady growth in enrollment, graduation rates and increases in the number of degrees awarded. From that time, UT has experienced increases of:

• 8% in total enrollment

• 8% in 6-year graduation rate

• 1% in 4-year graduation rate

• 1% in bachelor’s degrees awarded

• 1% in graduate and professional degrees awarded.

More information will be shared during the Oct. 13 UT Board of Trustees meeting.