Pricing & Financial Assistance

Pricing at a Glance

Conference Registration

  • Early Bird Registration: $150 (available through March 31)
  • Registration: $250 (April 1 – June 30)
  • Late Registration: $300 (July 1 – August 1)


Lodging

HeartSong Lodge & Resort: $160/night

Rates available Tuesday check-in through Sunday check-out.

Optional Add-On Experience: $75

  • Limited to the first 50 attendees to claim a spot!
  • Includes luncheon, transportation, and exclusive session/tour with Dollywood’s event professionals
  • Does not include required admission ticket to Dollywood (can purchase separately at UT's discounted rate at own expense; not reimbursable)

Need Help?

Seeking approval from your supervisor? Check out this sample justification letter to help illustrate the value of your participation.


The Career Development Fund is available to non-exempt employees who want to participate in professional development opportunities. Employees can be awarded up to $150 each fiscal year, which would cover the entire cost of Early Bird Registration! Click the link for more information and to complete an application.


Questions? Please contact conferences@utk.edu with questions related to registration. Please contact the planning committee (amp_conUT@utk.edu) with questions specific to the conference.

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