University of Tennessee

Overview
The University of Tennessee is a public university network in the State of Tennesee that maintains some sort of campus presence in every single one of the state's counties. Its main campus locations are at Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, and Martin. It features agriculture, public service, and space institutes to enhance students academic experiences. It also plays host to several top performing state schools a large network of professionals. The school is particularly reknown for training future medical professionals at the Memphis campus and Tennessee's finest educators at all campuses.

Student Appeal
The University of Tennessee network system is the largest in the state, and features so many Greek student life organizations, sports teams, academic organizations, and arts associations for students to choose from. Nearly every imaginable major and minor is offered by the university system, and students can earn any sort of graduate degree they would like. Plus, students who are residents of the state of Tennessee will pay only in-state tuition, while receiving an education that is arguably more valuable than any private schools in the state offer.

School Facts & Figures

Accreditation: SACS
Size: Large (>10,000 students)
Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: N/A
Academic Affiliation: N/A

Career Services: Yes
Course Schedule: Quarter
Credit Options: Transfer
Scholarships Offered: Yes
Loans Offered: Stafford, Pell, PLUS

Program Offered:

Bachelor's Degrees

B.S. in Agriculture - Agricultural Business ConcentrationB.S. in Agriculture - Agricultural Business Concentration
This program is appropriate for students who wish to pursue careers in the agricultural industry. Financial services, feed and grain industries, farm equipment, and government services are potential work settings for graduates.
B.S. in Business Administration – ManagementB.S. in Business Administration – Management
Within the management major, students can concentrate in human resources, entrepreneurship, general management, and more. Graduates will be prepared to land entry-level management positions.
B.S. in Criminal JusticeB.S. in Criminal Justice
*Requires an associate's degree. Individuals who already possess a 2-year degree can finish their BS through the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. The program is completed through asynchronous online classes.
Bachelor of University StudiesBachelor of University Studies
This self-designed degree is appropriate for adults who want an individualized educational program. Students can receive up to 12 hours of credit for relevant non-college experience.
RN to BSNRN to BSN
*Requires an associate's degree or diploma and nursing license. Licensed nurses who would like to earn a bachelor's can pursue this program. Core classes include Pharmacology, Health Assessment, and Leadership & Management.

Master's Degrees

Executive MBAExecutive MBA
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Current business executives can use this 1-year program to improve their leadership skills. Managers also develop a global perspective and strategic thinking abilities.
M.B.A. in Aerospace ExecutiveM.B.A. in Aerospace Executive
*Requires a bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience. Experienced professionals in aerospace and defense settings can use this program to develop leadership skills, organizational understanding, and a global perspective. The program combines online coursework with in-person residencies.
M.B.A. in Banking ProfessionalsM.B.A. in Banking Professionals
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Graduates of this program are prepared to work as credit and financial analysts, managers, loan officers, and other roles in the financial services industry. Students study topics such as business ethics, regulation, technology, and problem solving.
Physician's Executive M.B.A.Physician's Executive M.B.A.
*Requires an MD degree. Current physicians can use this MBA to hone their business and leadership skills. The program is composed of online courses and 4 1-week residency experiences at UT Knoxville.
Professional M.B.A.Professional M.B.A.
*Requires a bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience. This program is designed for experienced professionals who live within driving distance of Knoxville. The program is 16 months and meets face-to-face on weekends, with distance learning courses during the week.
M.Ed. in Elementary EducationM.Ed. in Elementary Education
*Requires a bachelor's degree and teaching license. Current elementary school teachers can use this program to learn how to improve their students' learning outcomes. Teachers learn how to apply research to assessment and instruction.
M.S. in Agricultural and Extension EducationM.S. in Agricultural and Extension Education
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program is aimed at teachers employed by the Agricultural Extension Service. The program includes thesis and nonthesis options, with concentrations in agricultural education or extension education.
M.S. in Agriculture & Natural Resources Systems ManagementM.S. in Agriculture & Natural Resources Systems Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program offers concentrations in agribusiness and risk management, agricultural education and leadership, natural resources systems management, and systems science. The program is 36 credits.
M.S. in Aviation SystemsM.S. in Aviation Systems
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this M.S. degree gain theoretical knowledge in aviation areas as well as hands-on technical experience in flight research and engineering. The program utilizes a fleet of research aircraft which students can fly.
M.S. in Civil Engineering Public Works OptionM.S. in Civil Engineering Public Works Option
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this degree study civil engineering issues related to local municipalities and public works. Along with distance learning coursework, students can engage in internships in their local community.
M.S. in Education - Advanced TeachingM.S. in Education - Advanced Teaching
*Requires a bachelor's degree and teaching license. The advanced teaching program at the University of Tennessee offers teachers the opportunity to look at curriculum and instruction issues in-depth. Students complete foundational courses, elementary or secondary education concentration areas, and a research project.
M.S. in Education - CounselingM.S. in Education - Counseling
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program features concentrations in school counseling or mental health counseling. By planning carefully students can fulfill Tennessee professional licensing requirements for counselors.
M.S. in Education - Educational LeadershipM.S. in Education - Educational Leadership
*Requires a bachelor's degree and teaching license. Graduates of this program can earn initial administrator certification in Tennessee. The program requires online coursework and an in-person practicum.
M.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - EnglishM.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - English
*Requires a bachelor's degree. The English concentration requires students to take 18 or more credits in an English content area. Students supplement these with classes from the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences.
M.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Geoscience EducationM.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Geoscience Education
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Earth and physical science teachers can improve their understanding of geoscience topics through this program. Courses include Oceanology for Teachers and Understanding Evolution.
M.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Health and Human PerformanceM.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Health and Human Performance
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This interdisciplinary degree has many concentration areas which students can match to their professional goals. Athletic training, exercise science, health, and human performance are potential specialization areas.
M.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - ReadingM.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Reading
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This degree is appropriate for current teachers who want to add a reading endorsement, or any professionals that want to study literacy and reading issues in-depth. Foundations of Reading and Advanced Reading Diagnosis & Correction are required classes.
M.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Special EducationM.S. in Education - Interdisciplinary - Special Education
*Requires a bachelor's degree and teaching license. Current teachers can use this degree to add a special education endorsement or to learn advanced special education concepts. The program requires workshops and practicums, as well as traditional coursework.
M.S. in Engineering ManagementM.S. in Engineering Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Current engineers, scientists, or technical specialists can use this program to increase their managerial and leadership skills. Quality control, engineering economics, and project management are some of the topics discussed.
M.S. in Environmental EngineeringM.S. in Environmental Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Biology, and Air Pollution Engineering & Control are core classes in this degree. The program is 30 credits and includes thesis and non-thesis options.
M.S. in Family & Consumer ScienceM.S. in Family & Consumer Science
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This MS has concentrations in general family and consumer sciences or dietetics. Students can choose to pursue Registered Dietician status or to study a general array of family and consumer science topics.
M.S. in Industrial and Information EngineeringM.S. in Industrial and Information Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Practicing engineers can improve their understanding of project management, organizational behavior, team management, and other managerial topics through this degree program. The program is appropriate for engineers pursuing management or supervisory positions.
M.S. in Information SciencesM.S. in Information Sciences
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program is geared towards students seeking jobs as librarians or library media specialists. This ALA-accredited degree is delivered through synchronous online learning.
M.S. in Nuclear EngineeringM.S. in Nuclear Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this program can specialize in areas such as nuclear reactor dynamics and control, fuel and waste management, or radiological engineering. Students have the opportunity to pursue research projects in their local community.
M.S. in NursingM.S. in Nursing
*Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing and a nursing license. Current nurses can enroll in an MSN program to learn advanced nursing skills, theoretical issues in nursing, and health policy issues. Students can choose an MS degree in the nursing area they are most interested in pursuing.
M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling ProgramM.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling Program
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to work in state rehabilitation or community rehabilitation agencies. Students learn how to help clients re-learn the skills for learning, living, and working with more function or independence.
M.S. in Reliability and Maintainability EngineeringM.S. in Reliability and Maintainability Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Statistics, reliability engineering, process system reliability, and linear algebra are a few required topics in this master's program. Applicants are expected to possess a bachelor's degree in engineering or science.
Master of Dental HygieneMaster of Dental Hygiene
*Requires a bachelor's degree and dental hygienist license. Current dental hygienists who desire to teach dental hygiene topics can pursue this degree. This 33-credit program requires a 1-week on-campus residency.
Master's in Informatics and Information ManagementMaster's in Informatics and Information Management
*Requires a graduate degree. Healthcare professionals can use this program to update their skills for today's electronic health information environment. Required classes include Healthcare Vocabularies & Clinical Terminologies and Statistics & Decision Making.
Master in Social WorkMaster in Social Work
University of Tennessee's master of social work program is offered in an entirely online format, though it can also be completed half online and half on a traditional campus. The program has been operational since 1942, and places students in some of the best social work internships or work study programs around the state. Field practice will make up almost half of a student's credit hours- while traditional core courses will make up the other half- and students will also be asked to complete a thesis project and sit for an examination at the end of their course of study.

Doctorate Degrees

Doctor of Nursing PracticeDoctor of Nursing Practice
*Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing and nursing license. This 3-year program is geared towards current bachelor's or master's level nurses seeking advanced clinical understanding in a particular area, such as family nursing or forensic nursing. The program is online but requires students to attend on-campus sessions 4 times per year.
Ed.D. Learning and LeadershipEd.D. Learning and Leadership
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Educational leaders in this program study how learning is involved in the leadership process, particularly with respect to organizational change. The program is cohort based and includes a core of classes as well as a dissertation project.
Ph. D. in Engineering ManagementPh. D. in Engineering Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This doctoral program, offered through the UT Space Institute, prepares students for leadership in technical organizations. Students study business and management topics as they apply to engineering settings.
Ph.D. in NursingPh.D. in Nursing
*Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing and nursing license. The PhD in nursing trains nurse scientists who are prepared to do nursing research. Nurses learn how to use theory and research in academic, education, and management positions.
Transitional Doctor of Physical TherapyTransitional Doctor of Physical Therapy
*Requires a bachelor's degree and physical therapy license. Current physical therapists who possess a bachelor's or master's degree and a PT license can use this bridge program to earn their DPT degree. The program consists of 18 credit hours of physical therapy core classes and 12 electives.

Certificates

Certificate in Clinical ResearchCertificate in Clinical Research
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Biostatistics, clinical research design, and epidemiology are some of the topics of this graduate certificate. Students can use the program to learn how to more efficiently design clinical research projects.
Certificate in Fundamentals of Engineering ManagementCertificate in Fundamentals of Engineering Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this program study engineering economy, project management, quality systems management, and related topics. Students also learn how to use scheduling tools.
Certificate in Leadership and EthicsCertificate in Leadership and Ethics
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Offered through the program in engineering management, this certificate includes concepts for improved leadership abilities in technical settings. Concepts in Engineering Management and Legal & Ethical Aspects of Engineering are required classes.
Certificate in Nonprofit ManagementCertificate in Nonprofit Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This 6-course program teaches nonprofit managers to think conceptually and strategically. Graduates will be prepared to lead more efficiently and ethically.
Certificate in Power Systems ManagementCertificate in Power Systems Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Engineers in power systems areas can gain specialized skills through this program. Power system operation, power systems protection, and advanced engineering economy are topics discussed.
Certificate in Project and Value ManagementCertificate in Project and Value Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program's coursework discusses accounting systems for cost analysis and leadership skills for project managers. Technical Project Management, Value Management, and Advanced Engineering Economy are required classes.
Certificate in Quality ManagementCertificate in Quality Management
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this certificate study statistical methods, maintainability, and other skills for increasing quality. The program has 4 required classes.
Graduate Certificate in Applied StatisticsGraduate Certificate in Applied Statistics
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program, aimed at part-time students, includes 4 courses in applied statistics. Required classes include Applied Regression Analysis and Statistical Methods.
Graduate Certificate in Computational Fluid DynamicsGraduate Certificate in Computational Fluid Dynamics
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Students in this program take 3 required courses and 1 fluid dynamics elective. Engineering applications, fluid-thermal systems, and engineering mechanics are topics discussed.
Graduate Certificate in Nuclear Criticality SafetyGraduate Certificate in Nuclear Criticality Safety
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program covers various topics in nuclear criticality safety, such as Monte Carlo analysis. The program includes 3 required courses and 1 elective, selected with the help of an academic advisor.
Graduate Certificate in Reliability and Maintainability EngineeringGraduate Certificate in Reliability and Maintainability Engineering
*Requires a bachelor's degree. Core classes in this certificate include Intro to Reliability Engineering and Intro to Maintenance Engineering. Students choose two electives from topics such as mechanical vibrations, random process theory, and process system reliability.
Occupational Teacher LicensureOccupational Teacher Licensure
*Requires a bachelor's degree. This program leads to occupational teacher licensure in Tennessee. Required classes discuss the history of education, teaching reading, and technology and learning.

GuideToCareerEducation.com

University of Tennessee

University of Tennessee

Browse Recommended Schools

Browse Additional School Resources