Aerial view of the football stadium and campus buildings along the river.

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Creating an UNPARALLELED
STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Meet Johnson

Donor-supported scholarships have allowed Johnson Zhang (Class of 2027) to chase his dreams, like traveling the world and furthering his education. Zhang is using his time on Rocky Top to lead the next generation of Volunteers—preparing for a career in the medical field to help others while taking advantage of a wealth of opportunities at UT. Support like this gives students like Zhang the opportunity to change the world.

Johnson’s Volunteer Story

We will prepare tomorrow’s leaders

to carry the Volunteer spirit into TennesseE
and around the globe.

Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders

Our goal is to help students stay on track, find community, and thrive after graduation. A personalized approach for students will open new opportunities, making the UT experience even more accessible and transformative. With your support, we can:

Expand access and strengthen UT’s land-grant mission through scholarships
Design unique honors experiences that keep high achievers in the state
Develop servant leaders who help shape Tennessee and the world
Provide hands-on experiences and networks that translate into successful careers

With your partnership, UT can set a new national standard for the student experience and ensure that every Volunteer has the chance to succeed and make a difference.

Support the Student Experience The Student Experience

0.7%

Of 2026’s first-year students are receiving some form of financial aid

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Scholarships awarded to current Volunteers

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Students are enrolled, an all-time high for the university

0.6%

Of students graduate within six years—the standard for federal and state reporting

The Volunteer Effect

New Vol Experience

A strong start for every Volunteer, with support and experiences that set students up for success at UT.

See Success Begin

Life on Rocky Top

From traditions and student organizations to leadership and service, discover the experiences that make life at UT more than a classroom.

Explore UT

Rocky Top Scholars

A four-year pathway that surrounds scholarship recipients with academic support, mentorship, and opportunities to build confidence and prepare for life beyond UT.

Back Their Journey

Because of support from donors, I have been able to say yes to leadership programs, study abroad experiences, and opportunities that have completely changed my perspective and my future. That support does not just impact one student in one moment. It creates opportunities that shape lives, build confidence, and encourage students to give back in their own way.”

Callie Hudson (Class of 2028)

Invest in the lives of future Volunteers.

You can make a tax-deductible financial gift to the University of Tennessee online, by phone, or by mail.
You can choose exactly which department, scholarship, or campus fund you would like your contribution to support.

Make a gift

Creating an UNPARALLELEDSTUDENT EXPERIENCE