Welcome to UT Southern and congratulations on your acceptance! You’ve earned your place — now let’s make it official.
Submitting your enrollment deposit confirms your intent to join the Firehawk community and reserves your seat for the term you’ve been admitted to. It’s one of the first steps on your path from accepted student to enrolled Firehawk.
Your enrollment deposit of $150 is non-refundable and will be credited directly toward your tuition and fees for your admitted term.
Your deposit must be submitted by the deadline for your admission term (see below). Deposits received late are subject to seat availability — we can’t guarantee a spot once the deadline has passed.
Deposit Deadlines
| Admitted Term | Deposit Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1st |
| Spring | December 1st |
| Summer | April 1st |
Financial Aid & Deposit Waiver
Need Help Covering Your Deposit?
If your FAFSA results indicate you’re eligible for a Pell Grant, you may qualify to have your enrollment deposit waived. To find out, reach out to our Admissions Team
How To Submit Your Deposit
UT Southern is free for many students to attend and designed to be affordable for all who choose to enroll. More than 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid, and more than half graduate debt free—making a University of Tennessee degree within reach for students and families across our region.
- Log into the Enrollment Deposit Form.
- Enter your information.
- Click the button that says “Click Here To Submit Your Payment”.
You’re official! Once your deposit is processed, you’re ready to begin your Future Firehawk next steps.
What Happens After You Pay
Once your deposit is confirmed, you’ll be able to:
- Register for new student orientation
- Apply for on-campus housing
- Connect with your academic advisor
- Complete any remaining financial aid steps
We’re with you every step of the way. If you have questions at any point, contact the Office of Admissions at 931-363-9800 or email admissions@utsouthern.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the enrollment deposit?
It is a one-time, non-refundable payment that confirms your acceptance and secures your place at UT Southern for the term to which you’ve been admitted. Think of it as your commitment to becoming a Firehawk — and ours to holding your seat. Your deposit of $150 will be applied toward your tuition and fees for your first enrolled semester.
Why is a deposit required?
Your deposit lets us plan accurately — it helps us prepare class sections, assign resources, and ensure we have everything in place to welcome you. It also guarantees your seat in your admitted term so you can move forward with orientation, housing, and registration.
When is my deposit due?
Your deadline depends on which term you’ve been admitted for. See the deadline table above. If your deposit is submitted after your deadline, seat availability cannot be guaranteed.
I’ve been accepted but haven’t paid my deposit yet. Can I still register for orientation or apply for housing?
No. Your enrollment deposit must be submitted before you can access orientation registration, housing applications, and other next steps in your Application portal checklist.
What if I change my mind about attending UT Southern?
Your enrollment deposit is non-refundable. If you choose not to enroll for the term you were admitted to, your deposit will be forfeited.
My financial aid, scholarships, or grants will cover 100% of my tuition. What happens to my deposit?
The $150 enrollment deposit secures your place in the incoming class and is applied to your student account as a credit toward your first semester charges. Even if your financial aid, scholarships, or grants cover the full cost of your tuition and fees, the enrollment deposit remains a required commitment to confirm your enrollment and is non-refundable.
I’m Pell-eligible. How does the deposit waiver work?
If your FAFSA indicates you qualify for a Pell Grant, you may be eligible to have your enrollment deposit waived. Submit a Deposit Waiver Request by your term’s deposit deadline. Requests are reviewed individually and typically processed within two business days. You’ll receive an email notification once a decision has been made. If approved, your deposit requirement will be marked complete in the Application portal.
If your waiver is not approved, you’ll need to submit your deposit by the deadline to secure your spot.
I haven’t been accepted yet. Can I pay the deposit early?
We love your enthusiasm! However, you must receive an official offer of admission before you can submit your enrollment deposit. If you haven’t applied yet
I paid my deposit but want to change my entry term. Do I have to pay again?
If this is your first term change request and it’s submitted before the first week of classes in your original admitted term, your deposit will be transferred to the new term at no additional cost, pending approval from the Office of Admissions.
If you’ve already changed your entry term once, a second change will require a new enrollment deposit.
To request a term change, submit a Change of Entry Term form to the Office of Admissions.
Contact Us
Questions? We’re here to help.
Office of Admissions
UT Southern
433 W. Madison St., Pulaski, TN 38478
