Dec. 21 , 2006
Contact: Bud Grimes , University Relations
UT MARTIN LISTED AMONG AMERICA’S 100 BEST COLLEGE BUYS
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin is listed among America’s 100 Best College Buys, a listing compiled by Institutional Research & Evaluation, Inc., in Rome, Ga.
In the listing notification released by Lewis Lindsey Jr., IRE president, he said that America’s 100 Best College Buys “identifies those schools providing the highest quality educational environment at the lowest possible cost.” This is the first time that UT Martin has received recognition in this listing by IRE.
“UT Martin is among a very select group of colleges and universities in the nation that offer affordability and quality,” Lindsey said. “This is a rare combination that results only from a continuing effort from a dedicated administration, faculty, staff and student body."
“We are pleased that UT Martin has earned this recognition,” said Dr. Nick Dungan, UT Martin chancellor. “Our faculty and staff continually find ways to provide a high-quality education to our students at a competitive cost. This listing rewards their efforts and assures students that they’re receiving a great education.”
The listing among America’s 100 Best College Buys is the third major recognition for UT Martin in the 2006-07 academic year. In August, UT Martin continued its top-tier ranking for master’s level public universities in the South in the 2007 edition of America’s Best Colleges, compiled by U.S.News & World Report. UT Martin tied for 21st place among public universities in the South that grant bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Also, in August, UT Martin was named a “Best Southeastern College” for 2007 by The Princeton Review.
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