by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Texas Tech worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Texas Tech is ranked #1,735 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Texas, it ranks #98 of 184 for value.
These Texas Tech majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Retail and Sales | #4 of 5 |
| Retailing and Retail Operations | #4 of 5 |
| General Family Resource Management Studies | #9 of 10 |
| Agricultural Communication/Journalism | #10 of 14 |
| Child Care & Support Services Management | #10 of 14 |
| Construction Engineering | #13 of 22 |
| Engineering | #13 of 22 |
| General Petroleum Engineering | #13 of 17 |
| Petroleum Engineering | #13 of 17 |
| Economics | #13 of 25 |
Read the full Texas Tech value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Texas Tech University is ranked #14 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #98 out of #184 for Texas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Texas Tech financial aid page to be sure.
Texas Tech University is ranked #1,735 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Texas Tech University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Texas Tech costs about $21,576. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $86,304 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,423 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,070 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,576 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $86,304 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Texas Tech net price and the factors that affect it.
What Texas Tech costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Texas Tech degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $109,692 | — | — |
| All Students | $86,304 | #1,735 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,280 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $109,692 | — | — |
| All Students | $86,304 | #98 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,280 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Texas Tech shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,922 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,173 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,376 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,239 |
| Over $110K | $24,903 |
About 70% of Texas Tech undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,263 per year. Get more details on the Texas Tech financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Texas Tech net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.