by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Texas Tech University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #6 out of 12 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Texas Tech University among the top schools in the country for physics, coming in at #119 out of 258 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Schools | 119 of 258 |
| Best Physics Schools in Texas | 4 of 14 |
| Best Physics Schools in the Southwest Region | 5 of 22 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in physics at Texas Tech University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 20 |
| Master’s | 10 |
| Doctoral | 4 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Texas Tech University conferred 20 bachelor’s degrees in physics.
Texas Tech University holds a strong position among schools offering physics at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #6 out of 12 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Texas | 6 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 7 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 114 |
While getting their bachelor’s degree at Texas Tech University, physics students borrow a median amount of $25,000 in student loans. This is above $24,305, the typical median for all majors at Texas Tech University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,935 | $21,240 |
| Fees | $2,917 | $2,917 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 60% of physics bachelor’s degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The largest share of physics bachelor’s degree graduates at Texas Tech University are Hispanic or Latino. Roughly 35% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at Texas Tech University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Physics | 10 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Physics | 4 |