Our Commitment to Affordability

At UT Southern, you get the opportunity to earn a prestigious University of Tennessee degree without paying out-of-state tuition! That’s right—students from across the country can experience the quality education, small class sizes, and supportive community of UT Southern at an affordable cost.

No matter where in the United States you call home, whether that’s Northern Alabama, California, or Illinois, you’ll benefit from UT’s renowned academic excellence and strong alumni network—all without the added expense of out-of-state tuition. You pay the same tuition and fees as in-state students: approximately $10,900 for the academic year. Invest in your future with an attainable UT degree!

Steps to Understand Cost

UT Southern is free for many to attend and affordable for all who choose to attend. We accomplish this by providing transparent cost information, financial aid for those who qualify through FAFSA, and support from our helpful financial aid staff.

1. Know the Cost of Attendance

We’re committed to helping make college accessible for all UT Southern students. To help accomplish this, we keep costs transparent. In order to make college affordable, it’s important to first understand the basic costs of tuition, fees, and housing.

  • TUITION AND FEES
    Approximately $10,900 per year
  • RESIDENTIAL DORMS & MEALS
    Approximately $9,500 per year depending on housing and meal plan choices
  • RESIDENTIAL APARTMENTS & SINGLE ROOMS
    $10,000 per year (Meal plan included)

2. Complete the FAFSA

The Federal Application for Student Aid is a critical component of understanding what aid you qualify for, and what package we can offer you. For many Tennessee students, the FAFSA deadline is April 15th, 2024.

3. Use the Net Price Calculator

The net price calculator asks you questions about academics and financial circumstances, in order to give you our best estimate of your potential cost of attendance. Use our tool to see what college might cost you, and start planning for your future.

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Fast Facts about UT Southern

1871

The year Martin Methodist, our original historical institution, was founded.

13:1

Our student to faculty ratio keeps your education personalized – most classes have fewer than 20 students.

$20K

Average merit-based aid package received by students at UT Southern

30+

The number of programs and degrees offered at UT Southern.