Online Degree Programs at the University of Tennessee

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Becoming a Volunteer as an online student with the University of Tennessee means earning your degree from wherever you are in the world and in life. Our online degree programs offer the same great education, community, student support, and faculty as our on-campus experience, all with the convenience of distance learning.

Why Choose Vols Online for Your Online Degree?

70+ Fully Online Degree & Certificate Programs
35+ Years Experience in Distance Education
260,000+ Volunteer Alumni
77 Areas of Interest

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Types of Online Degree Programs

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Types of Vols Online Degree Programs

Our programs are designed for your needs

Our online programs are designed specifically for working adult students, reducing barriers to becoming a Tennessee Volunteer.

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The Vols Online Degree Experience

Class Options

Sychronous (scheduled classes) or Asychronous (on your schedule)

Learning Portals

Easy-to-access: Online@UT Canvas & LiveOnline@UT Zoom

Support

24/7 mental health & wellness support specifically for online learning

Community

Volunteer community defined by connection, opportunity, & creativity.

Same Instructors, Same Degree, One Vols Community

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The Best Online Degree Program for Working Adults

Our online students do amazing things and are the best suited for telling you how Vols Online fits into their busy, diverse, and vibrant lifestyles

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Vols Online Grad Continues Studies with Online PhD Program in Educational Psychology

“I was so happy with what I learned through the program I decided to pursue my PhD in the online Educational Psychology and Research program with a concentration in Adult Learning.”

Nathan Vann ’21

Educational Psychology, Adult Education

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Online Graduate Program Alum Makes Human Resource Career a Reality

“Attending the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has always been a dream for me since my youth. I’ve always associated UT with excellence. I felt this would give me an opportunity to have a rigorous curriculum and be part of an institution that is greatly regarded.”

Jecobi Swafford, ’19

MS, Educational Psychology, Adult Education

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Graduate Student Finds Online Learning Community (and Confidence) Through Master of Mathematics Program

“I feel much more confident about my knowledge of mathematics and will be so proud to say I have a Master of Mathematics.”

Sarah Pigman

Master of Mathematics

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