At Tennessee Tech, students come first. The $125 million It’s Personal Campaign will invest in the people, programs and opportunities that help students succeed, prepare for meaningful careers and make a difference in their communities.
Campaign Vision
A bold vision built around every student
Students come to Tennessee Tech with grit and determination. They want to push boundaries, solve problems and create meaningful change. They want professors who know them, experiences that prepare them for their careers and an education that remains within reach.
The It’s Personal Campaign will power investments across every area essential to the student experience and student success. Donor support will help Tennessee Tech remain a nationally competitive, student-centered research university serving Tennessee and the world.
Through the campaign, Tennessee Tech will:
- Strengthen the student experience
- Expand scholarships and emergency support
- Recruit and retain outstanding faculty
- Advance research and hands-on learning
- Support student-athletes and championship-level programs
- Elevate the university’s impact across Tennessee and beyond
Campaign Progress
Together, we are elevating Tennessee Tech.Every gift moves Tennessee Tech closer to providing an affordable, accessible and transformative education for generations to come.
Progress at a Glance
- $91 million raised
- $125 million campaign goal
- $34 million remaining
Campaign Priorities
Five priorities. One shared purpose.
The It’s Personal Campaign directs $125 million toward five priorities that will shape student success and Tech’s future.
Student Experience
$25 million campaign priority
Create an experience where every student can thrive
Tennessee Tech students are challenged to push boundaries, question assumptions, solve problems and create new possibilities. Campaign support will help elevate the student experience through modern learning spaces, stronger wellness resources and expanded opportunities to learn by doing.
The Campaign Will Support
- Modern spaces for learning, creativity and collaboration
- Physical, mental and emotional wellness resources
- Hands-on learning, educational travel and other experiential opportunities
Investments in the student experience will help Tennessee Tech provide the supportive environment and practical experiences students need to succeed on campus and beyond.
Athletics
$25 million campaign priority
Build a championship-level future
Tennessee Tech Athletics brings pride, visibility and momentum to the university. Campaign support will help recruit and retain promising student-athletes, attract outstanding coaches and provide the resources and facilities Golden Eagles need to compete at the highest level.
The Campaign Will Support
- Educational and athletic opportunities for student-athletes
- Athletics facilities and program enhancements
- Coaching, equipment, travel and player development
- Permanent program support through endowments
- The Golden Eagle Fund and Champions Clubs
Gifts to Tech Athletics support approximately 400 student-athletes representing 15 Division I varsity sports.
Faculty Support
$15 million campaign priority
Invest in the people who inspire discovery
Faculty are at the heart of the Tennessee Tech experience. They challenge students, mentor future professionals and advance research that benefits communities throughout Tennessee and beyond.
Campaign support will help Tennessee Tech attract, retain and develop talented faculty while expanding the academic and research opportunities available to students.
The Campaign Will Support
- Endowed chairs and professorships
- Faculty-led research and creative activity
- Student and faculty research collaboration
- Research equipment and library resources
- Faculty development, conferences, training and mentoring
Investing in faculty strengthens the quality of a Tennessee Tech education and elevates the university’s academic and research reputation.
Scholarships
$35 million campaign priority
Make a Tennessee Tech education possible
Approximately 70% of Tennessee Tech students receive some form of financial aid, but that assistance may not fully cover tuition, housing and books. Scholarships and emergency grants can make the difference between simply considering college and completing a degree.
The Campaign Will Support
- Endowed scholarships that provide lasting student support
- Need-based and merit-based awards
- Scholarships tied to counties, majors and student achievements
- Emergency grants for students facing unexpected financial challenges
Scholarships help students get to Tennessee Tech. Emergency grants help students remain enrolled when unforeseen circumstances place their education at risk.
University Excellence
$25 million campaign priority
Elevate Tennessee Tech’s impact
Tennessee Tech is committed to excellence through engaged students, dedicated faculty and graduates prepared to contribute from the first day of their careers.
Campaign support for University Excellence will help Tennessee Tech pursue opportunities that strengthen the university, advance its mission and increase its service to Tennessee and the world.
The Campaign Will Support
- Strategic university priorities
- Emerging opportunities with broad campus impact
- Programs that strengthen student success
- Initiatives that advance Tennessee Tech’s reputation and service
These investments will help Tennessee Tech continue its ascent as a nationally competitive, student-centered research university.
Explore the complete campaign vision
Learn more about the opportunities, priorities and people at the heart of the It’s Personal Campaign.
READ THE FULL CASE FOR SUPPORT (PDF)
Help Elevate Tennessee Tech
The It’s Personal Campaign is Tennessee Tech’s largest campaign to date. Reaching the $125 million goal will take the entire Golden Eagle community.
Your support is an investment in students, faculty, opportunity and Tennessee Tech’s continued service to the state and the world. Together, we can help the university remain competitive, respond to a changing workforce and provide an affordable, accessible education for future generations.
Campaign Contact
Questions about the It’s Personal Campaign?
Contact University Advancement to learn more about the campaign, giving opportunities or how your support can make an impact.
University Advancement
931-372-3055
campaign@tntech.edu
Mailing Address
1000 N. Dixie Avenue
Campus Box 1915
Cookeville, TN 38505-0001
Physical Address
Varsity Building
705 N. Dixie Avenue
Cookeville, TN 38501