Known for business — major research university
Texas Tech University is a public institution in Lubbock with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1182, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 32.4K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
67% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,454 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,071.
Established
1923
Motto
"From here, it's possible."
Mascot
Masked RiderRaider Red
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division I FBS (formerly Division I-A) and is a member of the Big 12 Conference
Division
Division I
71%Acceptance
1182SAT Avg
32,446Students
21:1Student:Faculty
67%Grad Rate
$62,454Earnings 10yr
$20,071Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate70.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1182
Reading & WritingMid: 600
550640
MathMid: 595
540630
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2228
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,852
Tuition (out-of-state)$24,451
Room & Board$10,460
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$27,472
Average Net Price$20,071
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,922
$30–48K$15,173
$48–75K$18,376
$75–110K$23,239
$110K+$24,903
Programs (290)
Student Body
Undergrads
32,446
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%
Race & Ethnicity
White 53%
Black 6%
Hispanic 30%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate67.5%
Freshman Retention84.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$52,588
8 Years$57,570
10 Years$62,454
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$49,500
Men
$71,400
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lady Raiders
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia