The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is a public university located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and is part of the University of Tennessee System. It serves as a comprehensive metropolitan institution offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. The university is known for programs in business, engineering, education, health sciences, and the liberal arts. Its urban campus places students in close connection with the economic and cultural life of the Chattanooga region. The institution enrolls a diverse student body, including traditional undergraduates, transfer students, and working professionals seeking graduate education. NCAA Division I athletics and community engagement are also central aspects of campus life.

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga traces its origins to 1886, when it was founded as Chattanooga University in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In 1889, it merged with Grant Memorial University and became the Chattanooga campus of U.S. Grant University. The institution was later renamed the University of Chattanooga in 1907 and operated as a private university for much of the twentieth century. During this period, it expanded its academic offerings and campus facilities while serving the growing educational needs of the region. In 1969, the University of Chattanooga merged with Chattanooga City College and joined the University of Tennessee System, becoming The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. This transition established it as a public institution and strengthened its role as a comprehensive metropolitan university. Since joining the UT System, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga has continued to expand graduate programs, research initiatives, and community partnerships.