Texas Tech University
Public university · Lubbock, TX · 32,394 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
73%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1090–1280
ACT (middle 50%)
23–28
Average net price
$19,890
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$28,525
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
70%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Texas Tech University?
Texas Tech University accepts about 73 of every 100 applicants (73%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1090 and 1280 on the SAT. A score at or above 1280 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1090, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–28.
The latest federal data says Texas Tech University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Texas Tech University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Texas Tech University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $28,525 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,890 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $11,852 for TX residents and $24,451 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,852
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,451
- Room & board$10,742
- Total cost of attendance$28,525
- Average net price after grants$19,890
Popular majors
Business, Communications, Engineering, Biology, Family & Consumer Sciences.
Texas Tech University FAQ
- What is Texas Tech University's acceptance rate?
- 73% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Texas Tech University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1090–1280. Aim for 1280 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Texas Tech University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–28.
- Is Texas Tech University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Texas Tech University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Texas Tech University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Texas Tech University cost?
- About $28,525 a year before aid; $19,890 on average after grants.
- What is Texas Tech University's FAFSA school code?
- 003644. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Texas Tech University receives your information.
- What is Texas Tech University's graduation rate?
- 70% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Texas Tech University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North TexasDenton, TX | 72% | 980–1230 | $15,358 | 63% |
| Lubbock Christian UniversityLubbock, TX | 73% | 950–1190 | $26,595 | 50% |
| University of HoustonHouston, TX | 74% | 1160–1340 | $11,439 | 66% |
| Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth, TX | 69% | 1020–1100 | $16,168 | 38% |
| Howard Payne UniversityBrownwood, TX | 67% | 880–1160 | $26,563 | 34% |
| Southwestern Adventist UniversityKeene, TX | 78% | 910–1200 | $12,685 | 50% |