who we are

About Enrollment Management

The Enrollment Management team leads with the Volunteer spirit of service in all that we do.

Vision and Mission

Guided by UT’s flagship land-grant mission and student-first strategic priorities, the Division of Enrollment Management strives to take undergraduate admissions, student service, financial wellness, and academic access to the next level. Since 2015, our teams have proudly contributed to new institutional records for growth, retention, and outcomes, supporting scholars from Tennessee and beyond.

Statement of Aspirations

We are dedicated to expanding access to educational opportunities, striving to remove barriers, and making academic pursuits more affordable. Consistent with the University’s commitment to high academic standards, student achievement, and the preparation of responsible citizens, we believe that engaging with individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives fosters a vibrant learning environment that enhances critical thinking and intellectual growth. Our collective strengths make us stronger, and we are committed to promoting an atmosphere where all members of the University community feel welcome, can thrive, and achieve success.

I am inspired by the transformative power of higher education for our students and communities. Here at UT, we are growing our student body and academic programs to meet the challenges of today’s world… I can’t imagine any better place to be right now than on Rocky Top!
Brian Coldren
Associate Vice Provost for Academic Initiatives and University Registrar

A Note from the Senior Vice Provost

Hello from Rocky Top!

As the Senior Vice Provost for Enrollment Management, I have the incredible opportunity to contribute to UT’s access mission by leading student-first initiatives that grow enrollment, support student success, and define the Volunteer experience. Behind the metrics we track are Volunteers whose lives will be changed: by the traditions they embrace, by the community they find, by the opportunities they seize, and by the education they receive at this great university.

I believe the college experience is transformational, and I have had the privilege of seeing firsthand how powerful it is to be a Volunteer for Life. The scholars we serve make our campus community vibrant and unforgettable, and it is rewarding to be a small part of their journey. There is no place like Rocky Top, and I hope you will visit us soon.

In the Volunteer Spirit,

Kari Alldredge
Senior Vice Provost for Enrollment Management

Our Offices and Units

Office of the University Registrar

The Office of the University Registrar maintains academic records and coordinates key services related to curriculum, classroom management, and student progress.

Office of the University Registrar

Undergraduate Admissions

UT’s Undergraduate Admissions team connects with prospective students, processes applications, and admits new Volunteers through first-year recruitment, international recruitment, and the Transfer Center.

Undergraduate Admissions

Transfer Center

The Transfer Center oversees the admission of transfer students from community colleges, four-year universities, and first-year Pathway Programs, and handles advanced credit for first-year students, including AP, IB, dual enrollment, military, and transfer credit.

Transfer Center

International Recruitment

International admissions counselors build relationships with global partners and connect with students living in the United States or attending a secondary school abroad.

International Recruitment

Student Services & Experience

One Stop Student Services

One Stop counselors serve prospective and current students via email, phone, and in-person appointments to provide support on tuition and fees, financial aid and scholarships, registration and enrollment, transcripts, graduation, and student records.

One Stop Student Services

Visitors Center & Events

Our Visits & Events staff offers campus tours for first-year students, transfer students, and groups, and connects with students and families on campus and across the state through events for future Volunteers.

Visitors Center & Events

Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial Aid & Scholarships

The Financial Aid & Scholarships team is charged with processing undergraduate and graduate financial aid applications, distributing aid, and awarding scholarships, including state and federal grants, the Tennessee lottery program, work study, and loans.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Center for Financial Wellness

Peer guides and CFW staff help Vols make confident financial decisions with online resources, one-on-one appointments, workshops, and other tools designed to assist students with financial planning during college and beyond.

Center for Financial Wellness

Enrollment Research & Innovation

EM’s research, analytics, innovation and technology team members shape the data, predictive analytics, and technological tools that impact our division’s reports and operational efficiency.

Enrollment Management Communications

EM Communications plans and implements impactful campaigns to support student recruitment, shaping student and family experiences through digital outreach, engagement opportunities, and other touchpoints.

Office of the Senior Vice Provost

The Senior Vice Provost’s office shapes and guides the division through human resources, finance and budget, administrative coordination, special projects, internal communications, and strategic initiatives.

Are you ready to light the way for others?

We proudly serve our students, engage with the Volunteer community, and support UT’s flagship land-grant mission. We would love for you to join our Big Orange Movement!

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