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Texas Tech University

About Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University (TTU) was founded in 1923 as an open research university in Lubbock, Texas, United States. The institution is affiliated with the Universities Research Association and is affiliated with the Texas Tech University System. Originally known as the Texas Technological College, the school had six buildings and 914 students at the time. In its early years, only technical programmes were available. In 1960, business, science, medicine, law, and social sciences were added to the curriculum. 1969 marked the establishment of TTU as a university under its current name. Carnegie Foundation has ranked TTU as a university with the highest research activity.

In Lubbock, TTU's main campus is spread across 1,839 acres and is aesthetically pleasing. The law and medical schools have facilities on the main campus. There are approximately 71 research centres and institutes on the site, including the well-known Influenza Research Centre and the National Wind Research Institute. The 27.5-acre National Ranching Heritage Center, which contains 38 restored historic structures, is located in the northern portion of the campus. Each of the university's libraries houses a vast collection of printed and digital resources pertaining to a variety of disciplines. Students and faculty have access to these resources for learning, teaching, and research purposes.

The 2015-built, 278,000-square-foot Turf Complex features two lacrosse fields, two regulation-size soccer fields, and four flag football fields. In addition, the facility features a picnic area and numerous restrooms. On campus, there are thirteen residence halls and five suites and apartment-style housing facilities. Other campus amenities include an outdoor pool, a health centre, a bike shop, a counselling centre, a climbing wall, and multiple dining options. TTU provides additional services to ensure the safety of its students on campus. TTU has ten academic colleges and two schools that offer more than 150 undergraduate and 100 graduate programmes in the arts, sciences, natural resources, architecture, agricultural sciences, business, human sciences, medicine, media and communication, law, social sciences, engineering, and education. In addition to atmospheric sciences, epidemiology, grid computing, pulsed power, wind energy, and nanophotonics, the students can pursue doctoral degrees in the following research fields: According to the Fall 2019 enrollment report, TTU has 38,803 students from 46 U.S. states and other countries. It has 1,600 full-time faculty members and 188 part-time faculty members.

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Texas Tech University Rankings

  • #501-600 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2021
  • #801-1000 World University Ranking - QS 2022
  • #601-800 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2022
  • #213 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2022
  • #464 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2022

Texas Tech University International Admissions

Due to the large number of international students studying in the United States, Texas Tech offers its programmes to prospective international students. However, international applicants must fulfil additional criteria.
Application Portal: Online.
Application Fee: 75 USD (Non-refundable)
Admission Requirements:

  • Official high school/college transcripts and records from the previous institution
  • English translation of transcripts if transcripts are not in English
  • Standardized Test Score i.e.
  • SAT (TTU code- 6859)
  • ACT (TTU code- 4220)
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency. TOEFL, IELTS, PTE-A, ACT, SAT scores are accepted

Texas Tech University English Proficiency Test Scores

The university accepts TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, SAT, and ACT scores to demonstrate English proficiency. The minimum required scores by the university are:

Test Minimum Scores Required
TOEFL-PBT 550
TOEFL-IBT 79
IELTS 6.5
PTE-A 60
Duolingo English Test 90

Texas Tech University Higlight

Year of establishment 1923
Also Known As TTU
Total International Students 3084
Male/Female Ratio 0.89
UG/PG Course Ratio 1.37
Faculty/Student Ratio 20
Endowments Value US Dollar 1 billion
No.of Campuses 1
Yearly Hostel & Meals Expense 7830 USD

Texas Tech University Annual Cost to Attend

Fee Cost
Texas Resident Tuition $8,683
Books and Supplies $1,200
Other Fees $2,917
Room and Board $9,956
Budget for Other Expenses $4,400
Total One Year Cost $27,156
Fee Cost
Out of State Resident Tuition $20,953
Books and Supplies $1,200
Other Fees $2,917
Room and Board $9,956
Budget for Other Expenses $4,400
Total One Year Cost $39,426

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
Student Visa in USA F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More
Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

Texas Tech University Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 16,300

Postgraduate

$ 15,360

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 12,700

Campus accommodation

$ 6,700

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.