University Accessibility Standards

Texas Tech’s Accessibility Policy outlines our responsibilities and standards for compliance with federal and state laws. The policy applies to all programs, departments and digital environments at the university.

Digital Accessibility Standards

• Conformance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards for all websites, learning materials and digital communications.
• Accessibility requirements for new technology, multimedia and third-party platforms.
• Review procedures for web content and documents before publication.

Procurement Standards

• All purchased or contracted software and tools must include a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT).
• Procurement officers and units are responsible for ensuring accessibility documentation is received and sent to the Accessibility Committee prior to purchase.