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Apply Oct. 12–18 and your graduate admissions application fee is waived if you're a Texas resident or current Texas Tech student.

How to Apply

Application Process

Types of Admission

Degree Programs

  • Master’s - 1- to 2-year program designed to build advanced knowledge in a subject.
  • Doctoral - 4- to 7-year program signifying expert-level mastery of a subject.

Non-Degree Programs

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  • Graduate Certificate (GCRT)
  • Post-Graduate (PGRD) - Undergraduate classes only
  • Graduate Temporary (GTMP) - Up to 12 hours of graduate-level coursework
  • Continuing Professional Education Development (CPED)

Application Components

The following requirements should be followed carefully in order for an applicant to be admitted to a non-degree, master’s or doctoral program at Texas Tech University. Applicants should also check the websites of the departments to which they are applying to determine if the departments have any additional requirements.

Graduate Application (Required)

All graduate applications to Texas Tech should be submitted via our Application Portal

Non-Refundable Application Fee (Required)

$75 initial application fee, $25 for subsequent applications to the same term.

Fee waivers are available for:

  • Texas Tech or TTUHSC staff and faculty (at least part time)
  • Dependents of Texas Tech University or TTUHSC staff and faculty (spouses & children under 25)
  • U.S. Military Personnel (active duty or veteran status)
  • McNair Scholars – Must provide signed verification form
  • GEM Fellows – Must provide proof of GEM Fellowship Award

If you qualify for a fee waiver, please email graduate.admissions@ttu.edu with your completed form prior to submitting your application.

Transcripts (Required)

Students must submit transcripts from all degree-awarding institutions. All documents received during the application process are considered unofficial, so please upload soft, PDF copies to your application portal. Official copies of these documents are required by the 12th class day of the term to which you are admitted.

Program-Specific Requirements

Additional requirements are set by the department and MAY include:

  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Writing sample
  • Portfolio

Applicants are strongly encouraged to confirm any specific requirements via the program’s webpage.

My assistantship has been instrumental in helping me pursue my graduate degree. It has eased a significant financial burden, allowing me to focus on my education while gaining valuable real-world experience and meaningful professional connections. I would not be the confident, capable person I am today without the opportunities my assistantship has afforded me.

Hannah Hudgens Ag Comm, Master’s Student
Texas Tech campus

More Information

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