The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is a public institution in Knoxville, Tennessee. It is part of the University of Tennessee System that includes three campuses in the state. It was established in 1794, two years before Tennessee became a state. It was originally called Blount College and is now the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee System. The university also has its own medical center. The University of Tennessee Medical Center offers training and potential job placement for students earning degrees in nursing and other health sciences. Student enrollment exceeds 28,000 annually, making it one of the largest universities in the region.
Nine CCNE-accredited nursing programs are offered at the university. Undergraduate degrees include all the standard paths, including traditional BSN, accelerated BSN, and RN to BSN programs. Graduate degree programs include accelerated MSN, RN to MSN, and traditional MSN. The university also offers DNP, Ph.D., and BSN to Ph.D. programs. The accelerated BSN program is a 12-month program and requires a full-time schedule for three semesters. The BSN programs provide students with access to technology-enhanced classrooms and clinical experiences at local hospitals, clinics, health departments, and schools. Students enrolled in the MSN program may choose from one of four concentrations, including Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students28,321 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio17:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate86% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 24 | 152 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 0 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 1 | 0 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 89 miles radius of The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
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Blount Memorial Hospital
14 miles away |
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Tennessee Technology Center at Tazewell
40 miles away |
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Western Carolina University
61 miles away |
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Tennessee Technology Center at Greeneville
65 miles away |
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Tennessee Technology Center at Jamestown-Fentress Co. Campus
66 miles away |
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Lee County Career and Technical School
71 miles away |
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Somerset Community College - Laurel Campus South
81 miles away |
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Tennessee Technology Center at Kingsport
83 miles away |
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Somerset Community College - Albany Ext. (Clinton Co.)
87 miles away |
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Tennessee Technological University
89 miles away |
Frequently compared schools
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Auburn University
offers 4 nursing programs |
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The University of Alabama
offers 7 nursing programs |
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University of Kentucky
offers 8 nursing programs |
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University of Missouri-Columbia
offers 9 nursing programs |
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Clemson University
offers 5 nursing programs |
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University of South Carolina-Columbia
offers 7 nursing programs |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/2000 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2005 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2005 - Current |
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Nurse Anesthesia (ANEST) - Institutions and programs at the master's degree, post master's certificate or doctoral degree levels COA 05/19/2001 - Current |
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Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels CCNE 04/27/2009 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 06/11/2015 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2014 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 10/28/2006 - 12/31/2010 |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 09/25/1999 - Current |
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Nurse Anesthesia (ANEST) - Institutions and programs at the master's degree, post master's certificate or doctoral degree levels COA 08/01/1963 - Current |
Admission
77%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1140 to 1310 |
| ACT | 24 to 30 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Neither required nor recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| Recommendations Recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $50 |
| Graduates | $60 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $371/credit | |
| In State Students | $371/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,130/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $626/credit | |
| In State Students | $626/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,637/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $16,695 | $16,695 | $50,850 |
| ADN | 70 | $25,970 | $25,970 | $79,100 |
| BSN | 125 | $46,375 | $46,375 | $141,250 |
| FNP | 50 | $31,300 | $31,300 | $81,850 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 93% of The University of Tennessee-Knoxville's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 27% | $4,506 |
| Other Federal Grant | 1% | $1,063 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 79% | $4,154 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 48% | $6,831 |
| Federal Student Loans | 44% | $5,226 |
| Private Loans | 6% | $14,408 |
$20,995
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$11,537 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$14,905 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$22,591 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$24,258 |
| Over $110,000$24,636 |
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Student Population
22,317
Undergrads
6,004
Graduates
14,280
Women
14,041
Men
87%
Full-time
13%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
76% |
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Black/African American |
6% |
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Non-resident alien |
4% |
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Hispanic |
4% |
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Asian |
3% |
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Two or more races |
3% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
3% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Tennessee state board of nursing.
