Convocation 2025 photo by Angela Foster
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has recorded an unofficial spring 2026 enrollment of 11,085 students, marking the first time in University history that spring enrollment has exceeded 11,000.
UTC also recorded a preliminary fall-to-spring retention rate of 91.4%, the highest mark on record.
“These numbers reflect the momentum we are building around student success,” Chancellor Lori Bruce said. “More of our students are choosing to stay, continue their progress and advance closer to graduation. That speaks to the support they are receiving, the opportunities they see here and our shared commitment to helping every student reach their goals.”
UTC’s 14-day headcount, pending Tennessee Higher Education Commission final approval, includes 9,482 undergraduate students and 1,603 graduate students. Overall enrollment is up 2.2% compared to spring 2025.
