
One College. Three Divisions.
Endless Opportunities.
The College of Arts and Sciences is about exploring, understanding, and finding meaning in the world we live in through research, scholarship, and creative activities in the natural sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities. Explore all we have to offer.

Discover Your Path
In spring 2023, we conferred degrees to 1,100 undergraduate students with 431 different first and second major and minor combinations.
Student Numbers
7,011
Undergraduate first majors
521
Undergraduate second majors
2,772
Undergraduate Minors
1,176
Graduate Students
“We equip our students with fundamental skills like critical thinking, effective written and oral communication, and the capacity to work with diverse groups and viewpoints while also providing them with a deep dive into cutting-edge knowledge and opportunities for one-on-one explorations with international scholars.”
Chuck Collins
Executive Associate Dean
College of Arts and Sciences
Academics
We offer more than 100 majors and minors across 21 unique departments and schools.
Research & Creative Activity
We support interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary endeavors.
Alumni & Giving
Continued philanthropic support is critical to the efforts of the College of Arts and Sciences.
College of Arts and Sciences in the News
- More to Explore in Appalachian StudiesThe University of Tennessee, Knoxville, sits squarely within Appalachia, and a group coming together from… Read more: More to Explore in Appalachian Studies
- Russell Finds the Right Chemistry at UTJerred Russell’s adaptability and Volunteer Spirit motivated him through multiple challenges to earn his chemistry… Read more: Russell Finds the Right Chemistry at UT
- UT Grad Beams Up for AstrobiologyStarry nights inspire Opal Cianciolo for a career in planetary sciences. Opal Cianciolo traces her… Read more: UT Grad Beams Up for Astrobiology
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Faculty and Staff Resources
College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff can explore information on our college hub, including policies, procedures, announcements, and more.
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