Who Can Apply
We seek alumni and friends of the entire University of Tennessee System who are Accredited Investors.
Why Join
- Access: Early look at UT-related startups.
- Meaningful Connection: Join an engaged community of investors who are passionate about UT.
- Flexible Involvement: Choose which deals to join.
- Mentorship Impact: Shape the next generation of UT founders.
Member Benefits
- Early access to UT-related ventures.
- Meaningful connection to students, faculty, and alumni entrepreneurs.
- Flexible involvement by investing only in the deals you choose.
*UT Ventures does not provide investment advice; members conduct their own diligence and decide how much to invest and whether to invest at all. Members take all investment risk.
*Neither the University of Tennessee nor UTRF selects, qualifies, or vets companies, nor does either make any representation regarding any company, its prospects, or any UT-technology it may license.
Getting Started
- Submit an application to join as a founding member.
- Execute membership agreement and submit the initial $1,500 annual membership fee.
- Attend your first pitch session.
- Invest in deals that fit your interests.
Join UT Ventures!