University of Tennessee, Knoxville - Modern Campus Catalog™ (2024)

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2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

The Graduate Catalog is the official source of the university’s graduate academic programs, courses, policies, and procedures and represents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication with the following provisions:

There is no guarantee that they will not be changed or revoked. The course offerings and requirements of the institution are continually under examination and revision. Adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any change.
This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and should not be regarded as a contract between the student and the institution. The institution reserves the right to change any provision, offering, or requirement to be effective when determined by the institution. These changes will govern current and readmitted students.
Enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions.
The current catalog should be referred to during each year of study.
The university further reserves the right to dismiss a student from the university for cause at any time.

This catalog uses Acalog™, a management system that offersa number of features to assist you such as the following:

Advanced Search features allow users to locate items by course prefix, course number, exact match, or descriptive information.
The My Portfolio option allows users to save favorite programs and courses in a personal space which can contain virtually all the requirements needed to plan an academic program.
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Past catalogs are easily accessible through the Archived Catalogs.

Should you have questions, please contact Catherine Cox, the Graduate Catalog Editor,at 865-974-1471 or cathcox@utk.edu.

Student Responsibilities

Graduate students must assume full responsibility for knowledge of rules and regulations of the Graduate Council and departmental requirements for the chosen degree program. Any exceptions to the policies stated in the Graduate Catalog must be approved by the Dean of the Graduate School. Individual colleges and departments may have requirements beyond the minimum established by the Graduate Council. A calendar of deadlines and policies and procedures for graduate programs are found on the Graduate School website. A statement of graduate students’ rights and responsibilities is included with the admission notification.

The Timetable of Classes on MyUTK lists those courses that will be offered during the semester, as well as times and locations. Not all courses listed in the catalog are offered every semester.

Current information about the university can also be found at:

Student Rights

The following statements provide information about the rights of students and where to go with questions.

EEO/Title IX/ADA/Section 504 Statement

In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The UT affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.

Office of Title IX
The University of Tennessee is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and non-discriminatory learning, living, and working environment free from sexual misconduct, relationship violence, stalking, and retaliation. The Office of Title IX assists in addressing sexual harassment including sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, sexual exploitation, and retaliation. The Office provides assistance for pregnancy and concerns of discrimination on the basis of sex.

Under the direction of the Title IX Coordinator, Title IX team members, housed in critical areas across campus, work collaboratively to educate the campus community, prevent incidents, support those in need, and address Title IX-related complaints. Information on the availability of supportive measures and explanation of information and formal complaint processes are provided through the Office of Title IX located at 1817 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville (865) 974-9600, titleix@utk.edu.

New Title IX regulations were released on April 19, 2024, with an implementation date of August 1, 2024. We encourage you to visit the Office of Title IX website for the most up-to-date information. As you review information about the Office of Title IX, please know that our door remains open year-round for you to share your ideas, suggestions, questions, and concerns.

Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.

Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution(OIR), 2450 E J. Chapman Drive - 216 Business Incubator Building, telephone (865) 974-0717 (dial 711 for telecommunications relay services). The Office of Title IX, located at 1817 Melrose Avenue, was established to help educate the campus community, prevent incidents, support those in need, and address concerns related to Title IX. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to The ADA Coordinator, The Office of Equal Opportunity & Accessibility at 1840 Melrose Ave, 865.974.2498, email oed.utk.edu.