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University of Tennessee Academics

About the Professors

Student Faculty Ratio
17:1
Female Professors
41%
Male Professors
59%
Average Professor Salary
$135,336
Faculty Diversity
  • African American
    5%
  • Asian American
    10%
  • Hispanic
    3%
  • International (Non-Citizen)
    3%
  • Multiracial
    0%
  • Native American
    0%
  • Pacific Islander
    0%
  • Unknown
    0%
  • White
    78%

What Students Say About Professors

Poll
83%
of students say professors are passionate about the topics they teach.205 responses
Poll
74%
of students say professors care about their students' success.205 responses
Poll
70%
of students say professors are engaging and easy to understand.205 responses
Poll
78%
of students agree professors are approachable and helpful when needed.205 responses

Quality of Education

Academics
A-
Based on acceptance rate, quality of professors, student reviews, and additional factors.
Graduation Rate
69%
National
47%
Full-Time Retention Rate
87%
Part-Time Retention Rate
60%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$10,727
National
$1,629
Non-traditional Learning
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Teacher Certification
    Yes
  • Distance Education
    No
  • Study Abroad
    Yes

What Students Say About Education

Poll
Which statement(s) best describes the quality of education you're getting?
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96%
of students say they attend class.113 responses
47%
of students say they take advantage of office hours/study sessions.113 responses
95%
of students say they do all their homework.113 responses
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