The Office of Flagship Communities spans three regions across Tennessee, serving students throughout the state with a focus on 252 elementary and middle schools that feed into 52 designated Flagship High Schools.
Our regional approach is supporting students, families, and educators across the state with targeted programming and resources that create pathways to higher education.
- East Tennessee Serving flagship feeder schools in Bledsoe, Cocke, Hamilton, Hancock, Knox, and Scott counties.
- Middle Tennessee Serving flagship feeder schools in Cheatham, Clay, Grundy, Metro Nashville, Montgomery, and Perry counties.
- West Tennessee Serving flagship feeder schools in Fayette, Hardeman, Lake, and Shelby counties.
What Makes a Flagship School?
UT is committed to making higher education more affordable and accessible to Tennesseans through its Flagship Scholarship program. The 52 Flagship high schools across Tennessee are designated based on state economic factors and represent communities where we can make the greatest impact in expanding college access.
What Is a Flagship School?
UT is committed to making higher education more affordable and accessible to Tennesseans through its Flagship Scholarship program. This program is part of the UT Tri-Star Scholarship suite, which is specifically designed to help Tennesseans achieve an affordable education at the university. With the addition of 14 high schools in 2024, there are now a total of 52 Flagship high schools in Tennessee.
Community Impact
Our approach creates reciprocal partnerships that strengthen Tennessee communities by:
- Investing in Tennessee’s future workforce
- Strengthening resilient communities, including rural counties
- Supporting Tennessee families in educational planning
- Creating generational change through education
Regional Contacts
Each region has dedicated coordinators who understand local needs and can provide targeted support for students, families, and educators.
Reach out to us to connect with yours! FlagshipCommunities@utk.edu