Texas Tech University
From here, it's possible.
Thanks for checking out what Texas Tech University has to offer. We are a major research university with more than 28,000 students who are from almost every state in the union and more than 90 foreign countries. While the campus may be big, we are known for our family atmosphere and one-on-one attention to students. We offer 150 undergraduate degrees in 11 colleges, including an Honors College. Texas Tech is also home to a Phi Beta Kappa chapter, the oldest and most recognized academic honorary. Study abroad opportunities are encouraged. Having a law school and graduate school as part of our university and a sister university, the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center adjacent to our campus, provides unparalleled opportunity for interdisciplinary learning. Undergraduate research is encouraged at Texas Tech, giving students an opportunity to work side by side with renowned faculty whose work is helping to provide solutions to many of the most important challenges facing our state and nation. The Red Raider family offers you the opportunity to find your true passion. At Texas Tech, from here – it’s possible.
The Red Raider Community
Undergraduates, your journey begins here.
What does it mean to be a Red Raider? Coming to Texas Tech makes you part of a new family, a family who truly cares about you and your success. We want you to get off to the best possible start. The First Year Raider Experience is a collection of programs and services that can guide you to a successful first year. During Red Raider Orientation in the summer, you’ll register for your first classes, learn the spirit and traditions that we hold dear and meet new friends. Research tells us that involved students are successful students. There are more than 400 student organizations you can join and dozens of intramural sports to play. Living in a residence hall puts you in the middle of campus life. The numbers show that students living in a residence hall do better academically. We have a safe campus with our own police department. The Student Wellness Center is a one-stop resource that combines the services of the Student Health Center and the Student Counseling Center. There is just about every kind of food available on campus at just about any time of day or night. A state-of-the art recreational center offers a multitude of fitness classes and exercise equipment. If sports are your thing, join the Red Raider faithful in backing our teams as they compete for Big 12 titles. Surrounding campus is Lubbock, a city of about a quarter million people with top-notch shopping and entertainment options. Texas Tech gives you a quality education and so much more. You belong here.
