Tennessee

Tennessee

Tennessee is located in the Southeastern United States. It is bordered by Kentucky and Virginia to the north, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi to the south, and Arkansas and Missouri to the west. The state lies between the Mississippi River on the west and the Appalachian Mountains on the east. Tennessee's state flag, with its three stars, represents the state's three distinct regions that are often thought of as three separate states. East Tennessee was, for the most part, isolated from the outside world until the 20th Century because of its rugged terrain. Today, East Tennessee has become the most industrialized part of the state. Chattanooga and Knoxville are two important cities in the region.  Middle Tennessee is made up of farmlands of hills and plateaus. The region has good transportation to and from other areas and has developed a more varied economy. Nashville, the state's capital, is an important city in Middle Tennessee. The western edge of West Tennessee is part of the Mississippi Floodplain, a region where rich soil is deposited when the river floods. Memphis is an important city in West Tennessee. It has the largest population in the state. Tennessee was named after the Tennessee River. The river was named for the Indian word "Tanasie," the name of a Cherokee village.

Tennessee's major industries include agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. In the past, Tennessee's economy was largely agricultural-based. Today, however, manufacturing is more important to the state's economy. The state is now more industrial than agricultural. Most of the state's residents work in offices, stores, and factories. Service industries, like wholesale and retail trade, play a very important role in its economy.

International students interested in studying in Tennessee will find top notch schools in an environment that exposes students to unique internship opportunities and a culture of its own. International students who want to study in Tennessee will find a variety of schools suited to meet individual needs. From Vanderbilt to the University of Tennessee, there is something for everyone! If a smaller, more intimate school is what they’re looking for, Rhodes College in Memphis might be good choice.

List of colleges and universities in Tennessee

Official Website of the State of Tennessee

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