Maryville College

Maryville College is a liberal arts institution located in Maryville, Tennessee. The grounds cover 320 acres (129 hectares) between the national park and Knoxville, with classroom buildings, student housing, and athletic facilities spread across the site.

Isaac Anderson established the institution in 1819 as a theological seminary serving the region. The Tennessee legislature granted it its present name through an official charter in 1842.

The campus takes its name from Mary Grainger Blount, whose family donated the land for the institution. Students use the proximity to the national park for hands-on research in ecology and environmental studies.

All admitted students automatically receive a scholarship worth 20,000 dollars annually. Classes remain small, with an average of 14 participants per course.

Students contribute over 2,000 hours of volunteer work each week through partnerships with local organizations. This activity supports social development in the surrounding area.

Location: Maryville

Inception: 1819

Industry: higher education

Address: 502 E Lamar Alexander Pky, Maryville, TN, 37804-5907

Website: http://maryvillecollege.edu

GPS coordinates: 35.75160,-83.96350

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25