Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee, a 920-acre campus in the heart of the city. What began in 1794 as a small college in the Southwest Territory has grown into Tennessee’s flagship university and premier public research institution.
Sports fans can cheer on the Vols and Lady Vols, who compete in NCAA (Southeastern Conference) football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and more! Not to mention, Neyland Stadium is one of the largest football stadiums in the nation with the capacity to hold close to 102,000 fans. Traditions like the Vol Navy, Vol Walk and Big Orange Tailgates make Knoxville one of the most celebrated college towns.
The university is a top employer in the region. UT Knoxville empowers learners, advances prosperity and is committed to excellence across the state.
Some quick facts:
- UT Knoxville’s annual impact as of 2019 is $1.7 Billion
- A staff of over 1,900 instructs and supports 30k+ undergraduate students
- UT is the Top producer of Fulbright Award recipients
- Smokey is our mascot, a bluetick coonhound
- The Vols & Lady Vols have won 24 team national championships
- “Rocky Top” is our fight song
