Texas Tech University is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 67% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 35,400 applications received in 2023, 23,837 students were offered admission.
If you are planning on applying to Texas Tech University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application costs $75.
Students who submit their applications to Texas Tech University for fall semester should hear back from Texas Tech University by September 1.
The following is an overiew of some of Texas Tech University's admissions stats.
Texas Tech University 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
---|---|
Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.6 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 20.6% |
Mean SAT Score | 1196 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 33.85% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 12.96% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Texas Tech University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Regular Decision | Yes | 8 1 | September 1 |
Texas Tech University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Texas Tech is a moderately difficult school to get into. Texas Tech evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.
In 2022, Texas Tech accepted 67% of all applicants, around 23,837 from 35,400 applicants.
Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Texas Tech, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.
Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.
Texas Tech University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.
Curious about the factors that are considered by Texas Tech University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
---|---|
Class Rank | Very Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Very Important |
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Character/Personal Qualities | Important |
Application Essay | Important |
Extracurricular Activities | Important |
Recommendation(s) | Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Volunteer Work | Important |
Work Experience | Important |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Make sure to check with Texas Tech University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Texas Tech University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Texas Tech University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Written Essay or Personal Statement | – | – | √ | – |
Other Requirements | – | – | √ | ACT or SAT scores |
Letter(s) of Recommendation | – | – | 3 | – |
Transcript(S) of College Record | – | – | – | – |
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | – | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Texas Tech University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.
Out of all students that were admitted, 99.9% submitted a class rank. At Texas Tech University 20.6% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 53.1% were in the top 25% and 84.4% were in the top 50%.
At Texas Tech University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
---|---|
4.0 GPA | 1.16% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 31.44% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 44.17% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 16.82% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 4.23% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 1.99% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 0.18% |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Texas Tech University directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Texas Tech University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2021, 33.85% of Texas Tech University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 12.96% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Texas Tech University applicants, you should aim to score between 1110 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Texas Tech University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 1110, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Texas Tech University student is 1196.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Texas Tech University students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Texas Tech University students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.
To be most competitive at Texas Tech University, you should strive to earn between 23 and 28 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Texas Tech University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.
A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Texas Tech University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Texas Tech University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Texas Tech University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Texas Tech University?
❌ Students who are admitted to Texas Tech University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.
Does Texas Tech University accept transfer credits?
✅ Texas Tech University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Texas Tech University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Texas Tech University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Texas Tech University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Texas Tech University?
❌ No, Texas Tech University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Texas Tech University's acceptance rate?
✅ Texas Tech University has an acceptance rate of 67%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Texas Tech University?
❌ Texas Tech University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Texas Tech? Texas Tech is a somewhat selective institution. The Texas Tech acceptance rate is 67%. This means that the institution accepts 67 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Texas Tech is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Texas Tech is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1260 and Above
1110 to 1260
1110 and Less
The median SAT score for Texas Tech students is 1196. Applicants with SAT scores of 1260 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Texas Tech, while applicants with SAT scores between 1110 to 1260 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1110 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Texas Tech.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Texas Tech, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.62. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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