TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY, LUBBOCK, TX
Situated in the West Texas Plains, Texas Tech is a large public research university known for its strong academic programs, rousing athletics and traditions. Lubbock, the home of Buddy Holly, offers more than 75 venues and parks. Students enjoy a rich residential life with easy access to all Lubbock has to offer.
FAST FACTS
• Public
• Undergraduate enrollment – 40,944
• Admit rate – 71%
• Financial Aid forms required – FAFSA
• Retention rate – 85%
• Average Class size – 80% have fewer than 50
• Student to faculty ratio – 21:1
CURRICULUM
• This R1 university is home to 10 colleges including a law school, veterinary school, and a health sciences center that houses both a medical and nursing school
• Offers over 150 majors and the opportunity to enroll directly in your major (some exceptions include nursing which begins as a pre-major)
• Can apply to Honors College in addition to other college
• Honors is capped at about 1200 first year students
STUDENT BODY
• Strong athletics program – DI Red Raiders play in Big 12 – students can attend events with a swipe of their ID – no fee
• Hispanic Serving Institution
• Seeking academically motivated students
• 500+ student clubs and organizations
• Majority of students come from Texas, but they attract students from all 50 states and 100+ countries
• Students engage in experiential learning through the Center for Transformative Undergraduate Experiences (TrUE) – generally summer experiences in community engagement
• Study abroad is encouraged but not required and they offer scholarships to support the experience.
• 20% of students study abroad with campuses located in Spain and Costa Rica. Domestic students can even choose to earn their degree from the Costa Rica campus (limited to some Engineering, Math and Hospitality majors)
• First year students are required to live on campus, offer 18 different living and learning communities including Honors College, Engineering and Women in STEM
• Only 23% live in dorms, off-campus housing is available along with a bus system to get students around
• About 14% of undergraduate students participate in sororities and fraternities
• Support services include: TRIO, Writing and Learning Centers, Disability services (by application), TECHniques (1:1 support for a fee focusing on ADD, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum)
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
• Accept CommonApp and Apply Texas!
• Rolling Admissions with decision released in 2 – 4 weeks
• Offers both an assured admission based on GPA and test scores as well as a holistic review for test optional students.
• Assured admits enroll directly into their chosen majors
• Students generally apply to the university as a whole, but some competitive programs may have additional requirements – Engineering majors need Pre-Calculus.
• Offer a Summer Gateway program and re-evaluations
• Demonstrated Interest is not formally considered
FINANCIALS
• Whether you’re in-state, out-of-state, or international, Texas Tech offers generous need-based and merit-based awards, including consideration for in-state tuition even if you’re not a Texas resident!
• If you are a National Merit Finalist, you may be eligible for aid up to the cost of attendance!
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