Chemistry is on the rise
in Tennessee.
In the last six years, the chemical industry has invested more than $400 million and created 2,000+ jobs in the state.
As one of the largest producers of degrees in chemistry in Tennessee, the University of Tennessee Department of Chemistry plays a critical role in this continued growth.
$82,000
Average salary of chemical industry workers in Tennessee
#1
University for polymer science in the U.S.
50%
of 2022 PhD graduates are working in the chemical industry
49%
of UT students took at least one chemistry class in 2021
Chemistry hours taught at UT are consistently rising:
The New Building
To meet the increasing demand for high-quality chemistry education and training, the new chemistry building at the University of Tennessee will have:
- Two 50-seat lecture halls
- One 50-seat study room
- Thirty research labs
- Three teaching labs
- Twelve collaboration spaces
- Dedicated workstations for student researchers
By building this new facility, the Department of Chemistry will provide the resources to continue educating the next generation of leaders on our Knoxville campus. This will allow us to pursue a projected:
- 15% increase in undergraduate majors
- 20% growth in graduate students
- 20% increase in chemistry credit hour productions
- 25% increase in external research grants
Become an Advocate
The Advocacy Network is the official grassroots network of the University of Tennessee. By signing up, you’ll receive regular updates about the Tennessee General Assembly’s legislative session and developments that impact the University of Tennessee System.
Volunteer with Chemistry
Alumni and friends of chemistry are vital members of our Volunteer community and serve as advocates in collaboration with department leadership, faculty, staff, and students to advance the mission and vision of chemistry at UT.
Invest in the Future
Philanthropic support is critical to building the future of chemistry at UT. Our students, faculty, staff, programs, and facilities all benefit from the investment of those who are committed to making life and lives better in Tennessee and beyond.