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University of Tennessee at Knoxville
(UT)
Part of University of Tennessee System
About
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is a public land-grant research university in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Founded in 1794, two years before Tennessee became the 16th state, it is the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee system, with 14 colleges. It hosts more than 30,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 foreign countries.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 201 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 84 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 31,306
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 17.8 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 4%
- Staff
- 8,958
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
46 subjectsQS
24 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Science | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Nursing | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Hospitality & Leisure Management | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-250 | - | 2023 |
| English Language & Literature | 251-300 | - | 2021 |
| Environmental Sciences | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =330 | 66.1 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2021 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 451-500 | - | 2021 |
| Business & Management Studies | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
US News
29 subjectsTHE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 176–200 | 50.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 201–250 | 50.6 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 301–400 | 37.8 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 301–400 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 401–500 | 32.7 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 401–500 | 33.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 501–600 | 33.9 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Tennessee at Knoxville?
University of Tennessee at Knoxville's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 701-710, THE Rank 401–500, ARWU Rank 201-300, US News Rank =281.
When was University of Tennessee at Knoxville founded?
University of Tennessee at Knoxville was founded in 1794.
What are the top subjects at University of Tennessee at Knoxville?
Top subjects at University of Tennessee at Knoxville include: Metallurgical Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, Materials Science, Mining & Mineral Engineering.
Where is University of Tennessee at Knoxville located?
University of Tennessee at Knoxville is located in Knoxville, United States.