Texas Tech University

Lubbock, Texas 79409-5005
Data updated 2024 · Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Public Bachelor's City: Large
67.3%
Acceptance Rate
$11,852
In-State Tuition
$62,454
Earnings (10yr)
63.2%
Graduation Rate

Admissions

67.3%
accepted

Texas Tech University accepted 67.3% of applicants, making it Moderately Selective.

Test Scores

Test 25th Percentile Midpoint 75th Percentile
SAT Total 1090 1195 1280
SAT Reading 550 600 640
SAT Math 540 595 640
ACT Composite 23 26 28

Costs & Financial Aid

In-state tuition at Texas Tech University is $11,852 and out-of-state tuition is $24,122. After financial aid, the average net price is $20,048. About 25.2% of students receive Pell Grants.

$11,852
In-State Tuition
$24,122
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,048
Avg Net Price
Cost Category Amount
In-State Tuition$11,852
Out-of-State Tuition$24,122
Room & Board (On Campus)$10,460
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$27,249
Average Net Price (After Aid)$20,048
Students Receiving Pell Grants25.2%
Students Taking Federal Loans43.1%

Outcomes & Earnings

Graduates of Texas Tech University earn a median salary of $62,454 ten years after enrollment. The graduation rate is 63.2%. Median student debt at graduation is $21,500, with an estimated monthly loan payment of $227.

Earnings After Enrollment

$52,588
6 Years
$57,570
8 Years
$62,454
10 Years
63.2%
Graduation Rate
85.7%
Freshman Retention
$21,500
Median Debt
Outcome Metric Value
Median Earnings (6 Years After)$52,588/yr
Median Earnings (8 Years After)$57,570/yr
Median Earnings (10 Years After)$62,454/yr
Graduation Rate (4-Year)63.2%
Freshman Retention Rate85.7%
Median Student Debt$21,500
Est. Monthly Loan Payment (10yr)$227/mo
3-Year Repayment Rate65.1%

Student Body

Texas Tech University has 32,346 undergraduate students. The student body is 49.7% female. About 32.4% are first-generation college students. The average age at entry is 21.5.

Demographics

White
54.5%
Hispanic
29.0%
Black
6.0%
Two or More
4.2%
Asian
3.1%
Non-Resident
1.7%
Student Metric Value
Total Undergraduates32,346
Female Students49.7%
First-Generation Students32.4%
Average Age at Entry21.5
Students Over 256.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Texas Tech University?
The acceptance rate at Texas Tech University is 67.3%, making it moderately selective. This means that for every 100 applicants, approximately 67 are admitted.
How much does it cost to attend Texas Tech University?
In-state tuition at Texas Tech University is $11,852 and out-of-state tuition is $24,122. After financial aid, the average net price is $20,048.
What is the average salary after graduating from Texas Tech University?
Graduates of Texas Tech University earn a median salary of $62,454 per year, measured 10 years after enrollment. At 6 years after enrollment, the median is $52,588.
What is the graduation rate at Texas Tech University?
The graduation rate at Texas Tech University is 63.2%. The freshman retention rate is 85.7%, which measures how many first-year students return for their second year.
How many students attend Texas Tech University?
Texas Tech University has 32,346 undergraduate students. The student body is 49.7% female. About 32.4% are first-generation college students.

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