 As a freshman at the University of Tennessee in 2014, Senzel had a .315 batting average, a .419 on-base percentage (OBP), and a .420 SLG, with twelve doubles.He played in 53 of 54 games with 45 starts coming at designated hitter (DH) and eight at second base.He was named a freshman All-American by Louisville Slugger and "Perfect Game".