The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) is a public research university and member of the University of Tennessee System, founded in 1886 in Chattanooga — Tennessee's fourth-largest city, nestled between the Tennessee River and Lookout Mountain. Serving approximately 12,000 students, UTC is known for its strong programs in engineering, business, nursing, education, and the arts and sciences. The Mocs compete in the Southern Conference (SoCon). UTC's vibrant urban campus in one of the most rapidly revitalizing mid-size cities in America, its strong industry partnerships with local empl…