by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Texas Tech ranks among other schools offering degrees in physics.
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The bachelor's program at Texas Tech was ranked #84 on College Factual's Best Schools for physics list. It is also ranked #4 in Texas.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physics Master’s Degree Schools | 39 |
| Best Physics Graduate Degree Schools | 55 |
| Best Physics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 83 |
| Best Physics Schools | 84 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Texas Tech University handed out 22 bachelor's degrees in physics. This is a decrease of 24% over the previous year when 29 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 16 students received their master’s degree in physics from Texas Tech. This makes it the #34 most popular school for physics master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 3 students received their doctoral degrees in physics in 2022, making the school the #134 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of physics students who receive their bachelor's degree at Texas Tech is $57,435. This is higher than $47,156, which is the national median for all physics bachelor's degree recipients.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at Texas Tech paid an average of $718 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $298 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,935 | $21,534 |
| Fees | $2,917 | $2,917 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $10,460 | $10,460 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,510 | $4,510 |
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Of the 22 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in physics from Texas Tech in 2022, 77% were men and 23% were women.
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 | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Texas Tech does not offer an online option for its physics bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Texas Tech Online Learning page.
Of the 9 students who graduated with a Master’s in physics from Texas Tech in 2022, 56% were men and 44% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Texas Tech University with a master's in physics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the physics majors at Texas Tech University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 45 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 33 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 5 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.