Texas Tech University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Texas Tech University admits about 72.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1090–1280 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Texas Tech University At a Glance
| Location | Lubbock, Texas |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 32,394 |
| Acceptance Rate | 72.7% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 550-640 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 540-640 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1090-1280 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1190 |
| ACT Range | 23-28 |
| Average Net Price | $19,890/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $11,852/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $24,451/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 69.9% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 85% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $67,143 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,500 |
How Texas Tech University Compares
Texas Tech University is more selective than about 61% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 32,394 students, it is larger than about 87% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas Tech University's acceptance rate?
Texas Tech University's acceptance rate is about 72.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Texas Tech University?
Admitted students at Texas Tech University typically report a combined SAT score between 1090 and 1280 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Texas Tech University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Texas Tech University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Texas Tech University?
The average net price reported for Texas Tech University is $19,890 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.