Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University (TTU) is a public research university situated in the city of Lubbock, Texas. Its campus is shared with the Health Sciences Centre, making it the sole campus in the state that houses a prominent university, law school, and medical school. Originally named the Texas Technological College, the institution commenced operations in 1925 with six buildings and a cohort of 914 students. It underwent a name change to Texas Tech University in 1969. Presently, the university comprises 10 distinct colleges, including those of Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Education, Media and Communication, and Visual and Performing Arts, along with a Graduate School and a School of Law. Offering a total of 150 undergraduate degrees, 100 master’s, and 50 doctoral degrees, TTU fosters a robust academic environment. In 2014, the university's total research expenditures surpassed $150 million, and in the preceding year, 10 of its faculty members received grants from the Fulbright US Scholar Programme — the highest number among research universities nationwide. The university's official motto, "From here, it’s possible," reflects its commitment to fostering student success. TTU’s athletic teams are known as the Red Raiders, sporting scarlet and black colors, with mascots including The Masked Rider and Raider Red. Notable university traditions include Arbor Day, marked by student tree-planting activities, and the Carol of Lights, featuring festive illuminations and choir performances. Distinguished alumni of the university include the late singer-songwriter and activist John Denver, and the late American journalist and writer Grace Halsell. TTU's recognition in The Wall Street Journal's Top 25 US institutions highlights its reputation for producing graduates highly sought after by government and corporate employers.