Undergraduate admission requirements at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga utilize a comprehensive evaluation framework that assesses academic preparedness through high school grade point averages and standardized test scores. Students who apply with a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.85 alongside qualifying ACT or SAT scores can secure assured admission. For students applying through test-optional guidelines, a slightly higher GPA threshold is typically expected to demonstrate equivalent academic readiness for the university's rigorous undergraduate degree programs.