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Founded in 1946, TTU has a passion for challenging students
academically and encouraging them to grow in their faith.

Mission Statement

Tennessee Temple University is a distinctively Christian liberal arts institution of higher education that prepares students for lives of leadership and service.

Tennessee Temple University is characterized by quality academics and biblical values. The University's purpose is to prepare men and women for life through the emphasis on knowledge acquisition, biblical application, skill development, evangelism and Godly living. Tennessee Temple University is multi-faceted, with undergraduate programs at the associate and bachelor levels and graduate programs in education, ministry, theology, and leadership. Tennessee Temple University balances a traditional liberal arts program with a historical Baptist position regarding doctrine and conduct. Its unique characteristic is its emphasis on local church ministries through affiliation with the Highland Park Baptist Church of Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Through the traditional residential program and the internet-based Distance Education program, Tennessee Temple University is able to provide a Christ-centered education to a diverse population of national and international students. All classes are taught by dedicated Christian professors who integrate the knowledge of their respective fields with a biblical perspective. The undergraduate University curriculum is built on a foundation of Bible courses for all students, a basic program of general studies and several major fields of concentration, preparing the student for leadership in ministry, business, education, liberal arts and sciences or for graduate studies. The graduate Education programs and Seminary programs prepare professionals and ministers for service and leadership in their area of calling.

Tennessee Temple University is committed to providing the services and environment necessary to assist its students in achieving their educational goals and enhancing their spiritual, social and physical development. These include academic support and technical services that assist the students in achieving their goals; administrative services that support students, faculty and staff; and an environment that is conducive to learning.