The University Exploratory program is housed within the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration. Students in the program are advised by Academic & Career Exploration (ACE) Coaches who provide integrated academic and career planning support. The program is intended for students who have no clear idea which major to pursue or those who are trying to decide among majors that are not in a single college. It allows students to explore major options and make progress toward graduation through the completion of Vol Core courses. University Exploratory students are required to meet with their ACE coach every semester.
All UT Knoxville students admitted as University Exploratory Fall 2024 or after must declare a major by 45 attempted credit hours.
Transfer students with more than 24 transferable hours must be admitted directly into a college.