Become an
Engineering Vol
When you join us on Rocky Top, there are no limits to where you can go. Our alumni tackle the grand challenges, build new companies, and even take off into space. We’re here to help you pursue your passions to become the next great Engineering Vol.
Explore
Rocky Top
Our campus is designed for student success. The Engineering Vol community is collaborative, dynamic, and student-focused. We’re here to help you find research experiences, co-ops and internships, mentoring, and other support needed to give you the confidence to take the next step in your academic or professional career.
Ready to join us on Rocky Top?
We think being an Engineering Vol is pretty awesome! Our students learn from world-class faculty, have access to state-of-the-art facilities, and are part of a dynamic community built to help future engineers thrive. If this sounds like something you want to learn more about, fill out an interest form by clicking below.
Your Future Awaits
Choosing the right university is a significant decision, and we’re committed to helping you thrive in the vibrant student life at UT as an Engineering Vol. Engage in research with renowned faculty, tackle real-world challenges, and participate in global service trips. Enjoy personalized advising and connect with the dynamic Engineering Vols community. Your journey starts here!
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Almost anything we enjoy on a daily basis was carefully designed by a team of hardworking engineers. Now I’m putting theory into practice through my studies and research at the Tickle College of Engineering, where the focus on excellence is evident.”
Luke Gaggley
Sophomore
Civil Engineering
About the
College
Engineers are creators, designers, innovators, and problem solvers. They help to provide a more technologically advanced, cleaner, and safer world. Check out the video to see what Engineering Vols say the college means to them.
Cutting-Edge
Research
The college’s research portfolio has an international impact that touches every aspect of our daily lives. As part of an R1 research university, our expanding research partnerships with industry, national labs, and government agencies helps the college foster public and private sector innovation, entrepreneurial activity, and job creation through key partnerships, grants, contracts, and other outreach services.
Key Research Strengths
Our faculty are engaged in research on some of the most important challenges including advanced manufacturing, energy, future computing, revolutionary aviation, and so much more.
Research Centers
The college is home to several research centers which focus on cutting-edge research into high-speed computing, advanced materials research, transportation, and more.
Engineering Research Office
The college’s Engineering Research Office is a unique concierge service designed to support our faculty in building quality research proposals with a higher chance of success.
Facts and Stats
37th
Undergraduate program among public universities
29th
Graduate program among public universities
$113M
Annual research expenditures
5,845
Enrolled students