Studying in Tennessee Opens Your Future to Endless Possibilities

Over 10,000 international students have made Tennessee their academic home. From large research universities and ESL programs, to small private and community colleges, there is a Tennessee institution that is perfect for you.

Welcome to Tennessee!

Tennessee is a beautiful state in the Southeastern United States with breathtaking scenery, a vibrant music scene and activities for everyone. While you are studying here, take a hike along the mystic Blue Ridge Mountains; enjoy music and BBQ in Nashville and Memphis; swim in the famed Mississippi River; delight at any of our amusement parks and festivals. Like sports? Tennessee boasts several professional sports teams (the Grizzlies, Titans and Predators), and large baseball and NASCAR stadiums.  

Whether you're a fan of big city life, or a lover of the secluded outdoors, there are spaces - and places - for you in Tennessee. 
Come experience the sights and sounds that make Tennessee home to so many people. 

EAST

• East Tennessee State University
• King University 
• Lee University 
• Lincoln Memorial University
• Maryville College 
• Pellissippi State Community College
• Roane State
• University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 
• University of Tennessee, Knoxville 
• Tennessee State University

MIDDLE

• Belmont University
• Lipscomb Academy (k-12)
• Lipscomb University
• Middle Tennessee State University
• Meharry Medical College

WEST

• Austin Peay State University 
• Christian Brothers University
• Freed-HardemanUniversity 
• LeMoyne-Owen College
• University of Memphis
• Rhodes College 
• Southwest Tennessee Community College