Logging in to my portal and setting my account password

This article walks students through how to sign into their account for the first time.

What do I Use My Portal For?

You will use your portal throughout your time as a Skyhawk! Some of the things you will do in your portal include:

• Registering for classes

• Viewing financial aid information

• Accessing billing and payment information

• Reviewing academic records

• Accessing campus resources and services

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Step 1: Set Up Your Password

Before logging in for the first time, you must create your password. 

1. Visit https://ds.tennessee.edu/passwords/.

2. Select First-Time Password Setup.

3. Enter your NetID when prompted.

4. Follow the instructions to create your password.

Please allow approximately 15 minutes for your password to synchronize across UT systems.

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Step 2: Access Your Portal

1. Navigate to https://www.utm.edu/portal

2. Sign in using your Username (UPN).

3. Enter the password you created during First-Time Password Setup.

4. Complete Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enrollment if prompted.

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Please keep track of your Student ID, NetID, Username (UPN), and password, as you will use them throughout your time at UT Martin.

If you need assistance, please contact the IT Help Desk at (731) 881-7900.