Graduate Programs

Advanced Entrepreneurship in the Service Industry Certificate

The Department of Hospitality and Retail Management offers an advanced certificate focused on entrepreneurship designed to enhance their current skills in business development in the hospitality and/or retail business sectors. Students take four courses. HRM 6353 - Marketing Research in HRM, HRM 5355 - Advanced Entrepreneurship in the Services Industry, HRM 6311 Ethical Decision Making in HTRM, and RHIM 5375 Operations Management in the Service Industries.

Bilingual Education & English as a Second Language (MED)

The Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL) Master's Program is dedicated to preparing students to be educational leaders and advocates who, through rigorous academic and research-based programs of instruction, offer culturally and linguistically diverse students access to an excellent education. The program recognizes, values, and integrates the importance of multilingual and multicultural pedagogies for all students. Furthermore, it emphasizes that effective research-based instruction for second language learners will result in positive learning outcomes and dispositions, ensuring that our graduates become vital advocates for all members of a global society.

The M.Ed requires 30 hours of graduate coursework with the possibility of 6 transfer hours applying. The program requirements to apply are:

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Résumé
• Personal Statement
• 2 Letters of Recommendation

For more information, contact Dr. Comfort Pratt at c.pratt@ttu.edu or 806-834-5710.

Review of application does not start until all application requirements are submitted. Although applications are accepted throughout the year, the only way to ensure that you can start your program on time is to apply before the due date. The classes fill up very quickly.

Business Administration - Online (MBA)

The Online MBA from Rawls College of Business is designed for students with less than two years of work experience. The MBA curriculum allows students to gain a portfolio of skills and the business knowledge needed to be successful in their chosen field. GMAT Waiver requirement is a 3.75 GPA or higher. If eligible you can request waiver at rawlsgrad@ttu.edu.

Please list your full post-secondary academic history in the Education History section of the application. You will at minimum need to upload your unofficial or scanned copies of your original transcripts from degree-awarded programs. If you are a current TTU student and/or have access to your Raiderlink profile, please upload your unofficial TTU transcript from Raiderlink as a pdf file (print as a pdf to save).

Spring Priority Due Date for Applications: December 1

Summer Priority Due Date for Applications: May 1

Fall Priority Due Date for Applications: July 1

Contact:

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Marketing Research & Analytics (MS)

This 30-Hour Master's in Marketing Research and Analytics program focuses on both quantitative and qualitative methods and their application in a marketing context. Students will learn to analyze data using cutting edge statistical techniques and how to apply the results to guide and support marketing-related decisions in companies. 

Please list your full post-secondary academic history in the Education History section of the application. You will at minimum need to upload your unofficial or scanned copies of your original transcripts from degree-awarded programs. If you are a current TTU student and/or have access to your Raiderlink profile, please upload your unofficial TTU transcript from Raiderlink as a pdf file (print as a pdf to save).

Spring Priority Due Date for Applications: December 1

Summer Priority Due Date for Applications: May 1

Fall Priority Due Date for Applications: July 1

Contact: 

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Business Administration - Other (MBA)

This MBA option from Rawls College of Business is designed for students who are currently enrolled in a graduate program at Texas Tech University and wish to add the MBA program. Applicants must be accepted to their primary program before applying to add the MBA. The MBA curriculum allows students to gain a portfolio of skills and the business knowledge needed to be successful in their chosen field.

Spring Priority Due Date for Applications: December 1

Summer Priority Due Date for Applications: May 1

Fall Priority Due Date for Applications: July 1

Contact:

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Advanced Wedding & Conference Management Certificate

The Department of Hospitality and Retail Management offers an advanced certificate in wedding and conference planning designed to prepare individuals to become event planners or enhance their skills. Students take four courses. HRM 6316 - Advanced Marketing in HRM, HRM 5355 - Advanced Entrepreneurship in the Services Industry, HRM 5342 Advanced Wedding Planning and HRM 5360 Advanced Event Planning.

Fibers and Textiles Certificate

The 12-hour Graduate Certificate in Fibers and Biopolymers provides professionals an opportunity to understand the meaning and complexity of cotton production and processing and its impact on cotton apparel, home furnishings, and industrial cotton products.

Contact: Dr. Noureddine Abidi, 806.834.1221,noureddine.abidi@ttu.edu

Landscape Architecture (MLA) - Accelerated Program

The landscape architecture program vision is to advance the discipline of landscape architecture through innovative learning, research, and service activities. First professional B.L.A. and M.L.A. degrees are accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB). Student learning outcomes are coordinated throughout the curriculum, and in each semester to develop creative leaders ready for professional licensure and practice in the public or private sector. The graduate program specializes in semi-arid landscapes, while engaging design and planning issues critical to a sustainable, resilient, adaptable earth and its growing urban populations.

The Master of Landscape Architecture program offers both first professional and post-professional degree options vital to the Department's vision to advance the discipline of landscape architecture. The first professional LAAB-accredited degree program is designed to accommodate students who do not have a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (B.L.A.) or related design degree but who wish to become licensed landscape architects. Post-professional students, who already have a B.L.A. or related design/planning degree, develop a specialization in the discipline, and/or prepare to enter an academic career in landscape architecture. Faculty advisors assist students in their development of a specific program of study to meet their goals and satisfy university and LAAB requirements. 

First professional M.L.A. students begin with a sequential curriculum of leveling courses (up to 36 credit hours) focused on student learning outcomes aimed at competencies required for the Landscape Architecture Registration Examination (LARE national license exam). All students, both first and post-professional, take an individualized set of up to 36 semester credit hours required for the specialization and career interest. All graduate students can include a study abroad and/or professional internship as part of their required specialization course of study.

Computer requirement. All students are required to provide their own graphics workstation meeting Landscape Architecture departmental specifications. A graphics workstation meeting the spec is critical to efficient and effective fused analog and digital workflows taught throughout the curriculum using state-of-the-art CAD, BIM, GIS, graphics, visualization, and modeling tools.

Thesis and project thesis options. Both first and post-professional degree students have the option of preparing a thesis or a project thesis. The project thesis option is typically chosen by students who desire to obtain a first-professional degree and enter professional practice. The thesis option is optimal for post-professional degree students seeking greater research and theoretical opportunities and is particularly suited to a career in academia or public practice.

Admissions. Admission requirements are established by the Texas Tech University Graduate School. At this time, neither the Graduate School nor the Department of Landscape Architecture requires the GRE for admission. Application of both U.S. and international students may be made through the Graduate School website.

In addition to the Graduate School requirements, the Department of Landscape Architecture requires: 1) a letter of intent addressing how an M.L.A. degree from Texas Tech will help the student achieve his or her goals and make a difference in the world, 2) two letters of reference, and 3) a digital portfolio in PDF format of graphic and/or creative works, including writing. Letters of reference should be from individuals who are familiar with the applicant's academic abilities and related professional experience. Transcripts should be official transcripts requested by the applicant to be sent directly from the granting institution to Texas Tech University Graduate School. The digital portfolio PDF can include drawings, sketches, photography, images of landscape projects, creative writing, or any form of artistic and creative work that is of interest to the candidate and their future goals.

Joint Curriculum & Instruction/Romance Languages - Spanish (MED/MA)

The joint degree in Curriculum & Instruction and Romance Languages (concentrations: French or Spanish) consists of 60 hours: 36 credit hours for each program, with 12 credit hours mutually recognized toward each program’s requirement and 24 credit hours that are unique to each program. Students will graduate from this program with advanced skills in curriculum and instruction and in their chosen language concentration. This joint degree is designed for people interested in pursuing a career in human resources, instructional coaching, curriculum coordination, higher education, or K-12 education (both public and private) in the state of Texas and beyond.

For applicants pursuing the joint MED/MA degree, it is recommended to commence the program in the fall semester.

Joint Curriculum & Instruction/Languages & Cultures - German (MED/MA)

The joint degree in Curriculum & Instruction and Languages & Cultures (Applied Linguistics, Classics, or German) consists of 60 hours: 36 credit hours for each program, with 12 credit hours mutually recognized toward each program’s requirement and 24 credit hours that are unique to each program. Students will graduate from this program with advanced skills in curriculum and instruction and in their chosen language concentration. This joint degree is designed for people interested in pursuing a career in human resources, instructional coaching, curriculum coordination, higher education, or K-12 education (both public and private) in the state of Texas and beyond.

For applicants pursuing the joint MED/MA degree, it is recommended to commence the program in the fall semester.

Veterinary Sciences (MS)

The School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) Master of Science in Veterinary Sciences is a pioneering program focusing on veterinary medicine and education in preparing post-baccalaureate students for successful careers in veterinary sciences. This degree will provide a unique training program for preparation of students interested in the broad field of veterinary sciences. The program is built on the strength, diversity, and expertise of the TTU SVM faculty, the school’s strategic location in the heart of Texas’s animal industry, and adjacent to the TTU Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in Amarillo. The MSVS program will be full-time, face to face, and housed at TTU SVM Amarillo Campus. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours. MSVS students will have the opportunity to work with their advisor to develop a research project and original educational scholarship.

Data Science (MS) - Online

This one-year STEM-designated program consists of 12 courses. Students will learn how to use advanced technologies to manipulate big data, utilize rigorous statistical methods to interpret the data, and obtain the business skills necessary to translate their understanding into actionable organizational strategies. Summer Entry only!

Contact

Cy Cawthron (Advisor): information about the program as well as eligibility and application questions 806.834.1069

Political Science (Dual MA/PHD)

The M.A./Ph.D. track is equivalent to the Ph.D. degree plan in terms of degree requirements. However, students enrolled in the M.A./Ph.D. track can earn an M.A. degree while working toward the completion of their Ph.D. requirements. Applicants who intend to pursue a Ph.D. degree are encouraged to apply to this program.

The M.A. portion of this degree plan is integrated into the Ph.D. degree plan, requiring 36 hours of doctoral-level course work and completion of the 2nd-year research paper requirement. All political science graduate courses taken at Texas Tech and applied to the master’s degree will be counted toward the coursework requirements for the Ph.D. degree.

The doctoral degree requires a minimum of 61 semester hours of graduate work, exclusive of credits for the dissertation. A minimum tool requirement for all Ph.D. students is the successful completion of POLS 5381 and POLS 5382 (or their equivalents) plus POLS 5383 with a minimum grade of B. Students holding an accredited bachelor's degree may be admitted directly into the M.A./Ph.D. program without a preexisting master's degree. Students are required to complete coursework in two major fields and one minor field. For the qualifying examination, the student will select two major fields and will be tested in those fields only. There will be no exam for the minor field.

The department admits students only for the fall semester.

Additional information and application materials for these programs can be found at

Department of Political Science | Political Science | TTU .

Interested students may also address questions and information requests to polsgrad@ttu.edu.

Interdisciplinary Arts Graduate Certificate

The 15-hour graduate certificate in Interdisciplinary Arts is open to any doctoral-level student and consists of the five-course core curriculum from the Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts’ existing Fine Arts Doctoral Program. Four required courses include a colloquium that explores disciplinary formation and types of interdisciplinary engagement; arts histories; arts in a contemporary context; and philosophical aesthetics. One additional approved topics or aesthetics course completes the certificate. This certificate is appropriate for students interested in the relationship between art forms and their associated modes of scholarship, and/or the intersection of the arts and disciplines outside of the TCVPA.
 

Students seeking admission into the Interdisciplinary Arts Graduate Certificate must be currently enrolled at Texas Tech in a major area of study.

Aaron Chavarria
Interdisciplinary Arts Studies Advisor
806.834.2565

Vector-Borne Diseases (VBD) Graduate Certificate Program

Upon completion of this 12-credit graduate certificate program, individuals will acquire a robust knowledge base in entomology, vector biology, and the effective management of vector-borne diseases. This comprehensive preparation positions graduates as formidable candidates in diverse professional arenas, including public health, vector control, and entomology. Prospective students are encouraged to possess a background in biology or a related field. The duration of the program will vary based on course availability and individual interests, with the expectation that students will successfully complete the certificate requirements within two semesters.

Accounting - Audit (MSA) - Accelerated - Traditional

The 150-hour Program in Accounting is an accelerated program where Texas Tech students earn both a bachelor's and master's degree simultaneously. Students who already have B.B.A.degrees, either from Texas Tech or another school, may apply for the Master of Science in Accounting program. Students in the M.S.A. program take the same graduate curriculum as those in the 150-hour Program.

Contact

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806-742-3184

Accounting - Tax (MSA) - Accelerated - Traditional

The 150-hour Program in Accounting is an accelerated program where Texas Tech students earn both a bachelor's and master's degree simultaneously. Students who already have B.B.A.degrees, either from Texas Tech or another school, may apply for the Master of Science in Accounting program. Students in the M.S.A. program take the same graduate curriculum as those in the 150-hour Program.

Contact

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806-742-3184

Human Sciences (MS)

This interdisciplinary program is designed for learners interested in attaining a master's degree that can be tailored to meet their unique educational goals in Human Sciences and related disciplines. This degree is an option for students looking to further their academic studies and learners wishing to facilitate career advancement. Graduates of this program will possess a broad academic perspective and skills transferrable to several professional contexts.

Human Development & Family Sciences (MS)

Our master's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences focuses on the development of the individual across the life span as well as interpersonal relationships in multiple contexts. You will get superior preparation for a leadership career in social services, family counseling, childhood advocacy, doctoral studies, or a related field.

Students in the Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) master's program take two theories courses (Theories of Human Development and Family Theories), research methods, introduction to statistics, and a colloquium in HDFS. All students are required to complete a research-based thesis and at least 6 hours of thesis research. Beyond these requirements, about half of the hours in the program (17 of 34) are electives, so students may tailor the program to their own needs and interests.

PRIORITY DEADLINE: December 1

• Students who apply by the priority deadline will be considered for graduate fellowships, assistantships, and invited to the HDFS accepted graduate student event hosted in Lubbock, Texas in February.
• Prospective students who complete applications after the priority deadline will still be considered for acceptance but odds of acceptance and/or offers of financial support are significantly lower.
• Fall semester, final deadline = April 1st

For more information about the Human Development and Family Studies master's degree

Request Information Online

Human Development & Family Sciences (PhD)

Texas Tech's Ph.D. program features world-class facilities and nationally renowned researchers. Graduates of the Ph.D. program in Human Development and Family Sciences have earned tenure-track faculty appointments at major universities across the country.

Students in the Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) program also complete the master's program requirements. In recognition of the methodological and statistical sophistication of the field, they take three additional quantitative statistics courses and a qualitative methods course. In recognition of a likely future career as college faculty, they spend two semesters in a college teaching practicum. Students are also required to (1) take the lead on a research project (the 7000 project) prior to becoming a doctoral candidate and (2) complete a dissertation with at least 12 hours of dissertation research. Nearly half of the hours in the doctoral program (39 of 84 hours) are electives. This allows students to define their own area of specialization. At least nine courses must be related to their specialization, and up to five courses may be taken outside of the HDFS department. Up to 30 transfer hours may be applied toward doctoral program requirements upon approval of the student's committee and the Graduate School.

PRIORITY DEADLINE: December 1

• Students who apply by the priority deadline will be considered for graduate fellowships, assistantships, and invited to the HDFS accepted graduate student event hosted in Lubbock, Texas in February.
• Prospective students who complete applications after the priority deadline will still be considered for acceptance but odds of acceptance and/or offers of financial support are significantly lower.
• Fall semester, final deadline = April 1st

For more information about the Human Development and Family Studies doctoral degree

Request Information Online

Human Development & Family Sciences - Gerontology (MS)

Our master's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences focuses on the development of the individual across the life span as well as interpersonal relationships in multiple contexts. You will get superior preparation for a leadership career in social services, family counseling, childhood advocacy, doctoral studies, or a related field.

Students in the Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) master's program take two theories courses (Theories of Human Development and Family Theories), research methods, introduction to statistics, and a colloquium in HDFS. All students are required to complete a research-based thesis and at least 6 hours of thesis research. Beyond these requirements, about half of the hours in the program (17 of 34) are electives, so students may tailor the program to their own needs and interests.

Prospective Student Visit:

February

For more information about the Human Development and Family Studies master's degree

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Human Development & Family Sciences - Youth Development (MS)

The MS in Youth Development inter-institutional program offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (GPIDEA), a consortium of six universities. The program is designed to prepare professionals who are either working directly with youth or are involved in education or research related to youth. All the courses are web-based and are offered by universities participating in Great Plains IDEA. Course prefix and number will vary according to the institution. Visit www.gpidea.org for more information.

Contact: Dr. Ali Luempert - Ali.J.Luempert@ttu.edu

Human Development & Family Sciences (MS) - Accelerated Program

The Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's Degree Program in HDFS gives qualified undergraduate students the opportunity to complete a bachelor's and master's degree in five years. These students will be able to complete the graduate application process their junior year when 90 hours have been successfully completed with a 3.0 GPA or higher. If accepted, students begin graduate work during their senior year to finish both a bachelor's and master's degree in a total of five years.

Students will complete 9 hours of graduate coursework in Human Development and Family Sciences that will count toward both the undergraduate and master's degree requirements. Both a thesis and non-thesis option are available.

Our master's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences focuses on the development of the individual across the life span as well as interpersonal relationships in multiple contexts. You will get superior preparation for a leadership career in social services, family counseling, childhood advocacy, doctoral studies, or a related field.

PRIORITY DEADLINE: December 1

• Students who apply by the priority deadline will be considered for graduate fellowships, assistantships, and invited to the HDFS accepted graduate student event hosted in Lubbock, Texas in February.
• Prospective students who complete applications after the priority deadline will still be considered for acceptance but odds of acceptance and/or offers of financial support are significantly lower.
• Fall semester, final deadline = April 1st

For more information about the Human Development and Family Studies master's degree

Request Information Online

Arts Entrepreneurism Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Arts Entrepreneurism is designed for those who wish to expand their practical skills in the sought-after and competitive field of arts production, allowing creative artists, as well as engineers or others with interest in creative industries, to focus on advanced training and performance experience in contemporary arts production with appropriate emphasis in each student’s area of interest. Courses completed as requirements for another program can be applied toward the certificate.

Human-Centered Design Certificate

This 12-hour graduate certificate offers specialty courses in interior and environmental design to graduate students and design professionals. Courses provide fundamental, sustainable, and environmental concepts related to human interactions within the built interior environment including healthcare design and design for special populations (i.e., aging populations, diverse populations, physically and mentally challenged populations, etc.). ENVD 5378 Research Methods I will enable students to synthesize, interpret, and apply critical analysis as applied to human-centered design.

• ENVD 5378 - Research Methods I 3 Semester Credit Hours
• ENVD 5383 - Sustainable Communities and Design 3 Semester Credit Hours
• ENVD 5386 - Acute Care Design Research 3 Semester Credit Hours
• ENVD 5388 - Design of Interior Environments for Physically and Mentally Challenged Populations 3 Semester Credit Hours

Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology (MS)

The Exercise Physiology concentration in the Master of Science in Kinesiology is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in allied health as an ACSMCertified Clinical Exercise Physiologist or a Ph.D. in exercise physiology. 

Family & Consumer Sciences Education (MS) - Teacher Certification

The M.S. degree program is designed to prepare students for advancement in Family and Consumer Sciences Education careers. The thesis option (38 semester credit hours) requires 15 hrs. in FCSE, 3 hrs. in statistics, 2 hrs. of FCSE seminar, 9 hrs. of electives, 3 hr. of FCSE research and 6 hrs. of thesis research.

The non-thesis option (38 semester credit hours) requires 21 hrs. in FCSE, 2 hrs. of FCSE seminar, 12 hrs. of electives, 3 hr. of FCSE research. A comprehensive portfolio is required to complete the program.

Students in either thesis or non-thesis options select additional elective courses, based on individual needs, and may complete a minor if desired.

Admission to the Master's degree program is based on undergraduate academic record, career goals, letters of recommendations, and other information relevant to the applicant's ability to do graduate work.

The Family and Consumer Sciences master's degree is open to licensed teachers who seek to improve their credentials, and to bachelor's degree holders who have not yet earned a teaching license.

Teacher certification coursework can be included in the master's degree coursework. Students seeking teacher certification must meet all the requirements in Texas, which may include additional content courses in the teaching specialization, testing, and other requirements. Prior to admission, students will be required to develop a certification plan based on the Texas standards for initial teacher certification.

The nation faces a shortage of family and consumer science teachers, and an even greater shortage of qualified leaders. You can help to close the leadership gap by earning a master's degree from Texas Tech. With this degree, you will be qualified to:

• Develop family and consumer sciences curriculum
• Teach FCS related dual-credit courses
• Train and supervise teachers, extension agents, and other educators
• Perform evaluations and assessments
• Collaborate with community leaders to promote family and consumer sciences programs

For more information about the Family and Consumer Sciences Education master's degree

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Civil Engineering (MS) - Online

The CECE Department offers a completely online MS program in Civil Engineering. This is a 30-hour program with a final comprehensive component that is equivalent to the 3 options of our in-person MS program. This is a general MS Program that is not concentration-dependent and is COMPLETELY ONLINE.

Prerequisites to applying for the Online MS program

A Bachelor's degree in engineering, but students with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering-related disciplines (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geology, Geophysics, and so forth) can apply to the Online Master's program in Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering after completion of the prerequisite classes.

For more information on pre-requisite classes, visit the program web page: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb/grad/ms/online_ce_ms.php

Students completing these courses before you apply will put them on par with engineering graduates and help them pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination, the first step toward a Professional Engineering (PE) license. International students must possess an engineering degree upon admission to the Online MS Program.

Upon graduation, students are viewed by the State of Texas Professional Engineering Board as having the equivalent of an Undergraduate Engineering Degree and can go through the licensure process to become professional engineers. Note, some graduate courses may require specific undergraduate prerequisites as noted in the catalog.

Further Information

Additional information on any of the Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering programs or Texas Tech University may be obtained by contacting:

• Dr. Clifford Fedler: clifford.fedler@ttu.edu - 806.834.3964

Sociology (MA) - Accelerated Program

The Accelerated BA/MA program in sociology is a combined degree in which students complete both a bachelor's degree and master's degree in five years. Nine credits of the degree can count for both the undergraduate and graduate degree. 

This degree is designed for students who wish to enter governmental work (such as law enforcement, data collection and analysis, or policy work) and non-profit work (such as policy and program analysis or data collection and analysis). Some summer courses will be mandatory. 

To apply, students must have:

i) completed 75 credits

ii) a 3.0 GPA or better

iii) completed Sociology 1301 with a B or better

iv) completed at least one core class (3391, 3392, 3393, or 3394) with a B or better

v) either have completed or be enrolled in their remaining Sociology core classes the semester they apply

vi) have completed at least 18 credits in Sociology

Please email the current Sociology Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. Patricia Maloney, for further information: Patricia.Maloney@ttu.edu

Music Cognition Graduate Certificate

The graduate certificate in Music Cognition introduces students to interdisciplinary research in music and the cognitive sciences. Students will examine the sensory and cognitive processes involved in perceiving, composing, and performing music, and conduct laboratory research using both behavioral and computational methods. The certificate benefits students who are 1) preparing for commercial jobs in the music technology sector and/or subsequent post-doctoral studies in fields like psychology, cognitive neuroscience, psychoacoustics, and music information retrieval; or 2) wishing to broaden their academic/research experience and credentials while pursuing careers in traditional academic disciplines like music theory, music education, music composition, musicology, or performance.

The certificate is open to students from the Schools of Music and Psychology, as well as from other degree programs at Texas Tech University. No formal training in music is required, but an ability to read Western notation is strongly encouraged. Students seeking the certificate in Music Cognition must complete 15 hours selected from the following lists.

Contact: David Sears - david.sears@ttu.edu, (806) 834-4330

Business Professional Program - AI and Data Science (MBA)

The Rawls College of Business Professional MBA program is designed for managers and professionals, with two consecutive years or more of full-time professional work experience post-undergraduate graduation who wish to remain fully employed as they pursue their graduate degree. A stimulating, cohort-based learning environment offers an effective blend of theory and practice. Students who worked for several years after high school graduation and are currently completing their bachelor's degree (or did so less than two years ago) are also encouraged to apply.

Program Highlights

• 42-hour program is completed in 24 months.
• Meet on campus 9 weekends per year + complete coursework remotely
• To apply, students must have a bachelor's degree and two or more years of appropriate professional work experience (see above)
• GMAT scores are waived based on work experience. Email victomit@ttu.edu with your application ID to request a GMAT waiver.

International Applicants: this program does not meet the requirements to secure an F1 student visa.

Fall Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - July 1

Final Due Date - August 1

Spring Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - December 1

Final Due Date - January 1

Contact

• For eligibility questions, information about the program, and application questions, please contact Tory Mitchell, victomit@ttu.edu, 806-834-7086

Business Professional Program - Healthcare Organization Management (MBA)

The Rawls College of Business Professional MBA program is designed for managers and professionals, with two consecutive years or more of full-time professional work experience post-undergraduate graduation who wish to remain fully employed as they pursue their graduate degree. A stimulating, cohort-based learning environment offers an effective blend of theory and practice. Students who worked for several years after high school graduation and are currently completing their bachelor's degree (or did so less than two years ago) are also encouraged to apply.

Program Highlights

• 42-hour program is completed in 24 months.
• Meet on campus 9 weekends per year + complete coursework remotely
• To apply, students must have a bachelor's degree and two or more years of appropriate professional work experience (see above)
• GMAT scores are waived based on work experience. Email victomit@ttu.edu with your application ID to request a GMAT waiver.

International Applicants: this program does not meet the requirements to secure an F1 student visa.

Fall Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - July 1

Final Due Date - August 1

Spring Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - December 1

Final Due Date - January 1

Contact

• For eligibility questions, information about the program, and application questions, please contact Tory Mitchell, victomit@ttu.edu, 806-834-7086

Business Professional Program - General Business (MBA)

The Rawls College of Business Professional MBA program is designed for managers and professionals, with two consecutive years or more of full-time professional work experience post-undergraduate graduation who wish to remain fully employed as they pursue their graduate degree. A stimulating, cohort-based learning environment offers an effective blend of theory and practice. Students who worked for several years after high school graduation and are currently completing their bachelor's degree (or did so less than two years ago) are also encouraged to apply.

Program Highlights

• 42-hour program is completed in 24 months.
• Meet on campus 9 weekends per year + complete coursework remotely
• To apply, students must have a bachelor's degree and two or more years of appropriate professional work experience (see above)
• GMAT scores are waived based on work experience. Email victomit@ttu.edu with your application ID to request a GMAT waiver.

International Applicants: this program does not meet the requirements to secure an F1 student visa.

Fall Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - July 1

Final Due Date - August 1

Spring Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - December 1

Final Due Date - January 1

Contact

• For eligibility questions, information about the program, and application questions, please contact Tory Mitchell, victomit@ttu.edu, 806-834-7086

Business Professional Program - Supply Chain & Optimization (MBA)

The Rawls College of Business Professional MBA program is designed for managers and professionals, with two consecutive years or more of full-time professional work experience post-undergraduate graduation who wish to remain fully employed as they pursue their graduate degree. A stimulating, cohort-based learning environment offers an effective blend of theory and practice. Students who worked for several years after high school graduation and are currently completing their bachelor's degree (or did so less than two years ago) are also encouraged to apply.

Program Highlights

• 42-hour program is completed in 24 months.
• Meet on campus 9 weekends per year + complete coursework remotely
• To apply, students must have a bachelor's degree and two or more years of appropriate professional work experience (see above)
• GMAT scores are waived based on work experience. Email victomit@ttu.edu with your application ID to request a GMAT waiver.

International Applicants: this program does not meet the requirements to secure an F1 student visa.

Fall Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - July 1

Final Due Date - August 1

Spring Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - December 1

Final Due Date - January 1

Contact

• For eligibility questions, information about the program, and application questions, please contact Tory Mitchell, victomit@ttu.edu, 806-834-7086

Business Professional Program - Energy Business (MBA)

The Rawls College of Business Professional MBA program is designed for managers and professionals, with two consecutive years or more of full-time professional work experience post-undergraduate graduation who wish to remain fully employed as they pursue their graduate degree. A stimulating, cohort-based learning environment offers an effective blend of theory and practice. Students who worked for several years after high school graduation and are currently completing their bachelor's degree (or did so less than two years ago) are also encouraged to apply.

Program Highlights

• 42-hour program is completed in 24 months.
• Meet on campus 9 weekends per year + complete coursework remotely
• To apply, students must have a bachelor's degree and two or more years of appropriate professional work experience (see above)
• GMAT scores are waived based on work experience. Email victomit@ttu.edu with your application ID to request a GMAT waiver.

International Applicants: this program does not meet the requirements to secure an F1 student visa.

Fall Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - July 1

Final Due Date - August 1

Spring Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - December 1

Final Due Date - January 1

Contact

• For eligibility questions, information about the program, and application questions, please contact Tory Mitchell, victomit@ttu.edu, 806-834-7086

Joint Curriculum & Instruction/Languages & Cultures - Classics (MED/MA)

The joint degree in Curriculum & Instruction and Languages & Cultures (Applied Linguistics, Classics, or German) consists of 60 hours: 36 credit hours for each program, with 12 credit hours mutually recognized toward each program’s requirement and 24 credit hours that are unique to each program. Students will graduate from this program with advanced skills in curriculum and instruction and in their chosen language concentration. This joint degree is designed for people interested in pursuing a career in human resources, instructional coaching, curriculum coordination, higher education, or K-12 education (both public and private) in the state of Texas and beyond.

For applicants pursuing the joint MED/MA degree, it is recommended to commence the program in the fall semester.

Indigenous & Native American Studies Certificate

Students will examine the concepts and impacts of sovereignty, decolonization, colonization, and indigenizing on the lives, culture, and communities of Indigenous Peoples and Native Americans through a variety of instructional methods and interdisciplinary collaboration.

One Health Sciences (PhD)

The School of Veterinary Medicine offers a PhD graduate program in One Health Sciences to align with the current demand for the inclusion of an interdisciplinary/interprofessional approach to improve public health. The program is designed to train scientists with a broader vision of One Health, interfacing animal, human, and ecological health from local to global perspectives and everything in between. The program incorporates the One Health competency into the curriculum and evaluation. Students will demonstrate proficiencies in communication, collaboration, teamwork, leadership, systems thinking, and management while successfully addressing current and emerging One Health challenges. Students interested in pursuing a degree must complete the online application to the Graduate School. Interested students are also encouraged to contact faculty at the School of Veterinary Medicine to explore potential research projects.

The PhD program is full-time, face-to-face, and housed at the School of Veterinary in Amarillo, Texas. Graduate students must complete 72 credit hours, of which 18 will be core courses and 12 will be dissertation hours. Of the remaining 42 credit hours, students will choose electives to build expertise in one of the school’s five areas of research excellence: One Health; Disease Ecology, Prevention and Management; Andragogical Scholarship; Sustainability of Animal Agriculture; and Molecular Mechanisms of Diseases.



Fall 2025 priority application deadline is December 31, 2024.

International student application deadline is March 15, 2025.

Domestic student application deadline is May 15, 2025.

Business Administration - On-Campus (MBA)

The in-person MBA from Rawls College of Business is designed for students with less than two years of work experience. The MBA curriculum allows students to gain a portfolio of skills and the business knowledge needed to be successful in their chosen field. This program is a 1 or 2-year lock-step program. GMAT Waiver requirement is a 3.75 GPA or higher. If eligible you can request waiver at rawlsgrad@ttu.edu.

Please list your full post-secondary academic history in the Education History section of the application. You will at minimum need to upload your unofficial or scanned copies of your original transcripts from degree-awarded programs. If you are a current TTU student and/or have access to your Raiderlink profile, please upload your unofficial TTU transcript from Raiderlink as a pdf file (print as a pdf to save).

Spring Priority Due Date for Applications: December 1

Summer Priority Due Date for Applications: May 1

Fall Priority Due Date for Applications: July 1

Contact:

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Higher Education (PhD)

The Ph.D. in Higher Education at Texas Tech University is committed to preparing students for roles in leadership, administration, teaching, research and engagement in higher education contexts. Students and alumni have utilized the skills, knowledge and application acquired through their doctoral program to positively impact higher education institutions across the globe. The Higher Education faculty are committed to investing in our students' success while they are enrolled as well as after they graduate.

The Ph.D. in Higher Education is an online program with 100% of the coursework offered online. There are three required onsite sessions held in Lubbock, Texas (e.g., orientation and two summer intensive experiences). The dissertation defense will be held onsite or virtually based upon a determination between the chairperson and student. Please contact Pam Smith at pam.smith@ttu.edu for application requirements or program questions. Qualified applicants must have a master's degree, research foundation coursework, and experience or interest in higher education organizations.

The Ph.D. in Higher Education requires 90 credit hours beyond the baccalaureate degree. Students are required to hold a masters degree and will receive 30 credit hours towards the 90 credit hours total. As part of the credit hour requirements, candidates for the Ph.D. are required to demonstrate proficiency in independent research in higher education culminating in the completion of a dissertation. For further information, see the program website at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/psychology-and-leadership/higher_education

Nutritional Sciences (MS) - Online

Earn a Nutritional Sciences Master's Degree In a Supportive Environment

Texas Tech encourages nutritional sciences master's degree students to address practical challenges. You will have the opportunity to focus your master's degree studies on any aspect of nutritional sciences that interests you. Students and faculty in our nutritional sciences master's degree program have conducted research on:

• Obesity
• Community nutrition
• International nutrition
• Food insecurity
• Nanomedicine
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes
• Nutritional biochemistry
• Drug development
• Behavioral influences on nutrition and diet

In addition, our nutritional sciences master's degree program offers extensive clinical experience. You will get direct, first-hand interaction with patients and clients, advocating for personal choices, public policies, and agency programs that support healthy nutrition throughout the population. This experience will not only strengthen your resume, but also sharpen your communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and proficiency for teamwork to help you excel as a researcher, clinician, or educator.

Security Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Security is intended for those who do not need or wish to have a full graduate degree in security or computer science. In particular, the certificate is directed towards working professionals and graduate students who are interested in security. In addition to any leveling requirements, coursework for the certificate requires 12 hours.

Joint Curriculum & Instruction/Romance Languages - French (MED/MA)

The joint degree in Curriculum & Instruction and Romance Languages (concentrations: French or Spanish) consists of 60 hours: 36 credit hours for each program, with 12 credit hours mutually recognized toward each program’s requirement and 24 credit hours that are unique to each program. Students will graduate from this program with advanced skills in curriculum and instruction and in their chosen language concentration. This joint degree is designed for people interested in pursuing a career in human resources, instructional coaching, curriculum coordination, higher education, or K-12 education (both public and private) in the state of Texas and beyond.

For applicants pursuing the joint MED/MA degree, it is recommended to commence the program in the fall semester.

Business Administration (MBA) & Medicine (MD) - El Paso

The dual degree MD/MBA program produces outstanding physicians with an insight into the intricacies of healthcare management systems, finance, economics and delivery. This educational background gives physicians an advanced business expertise to enable them to more effectively manage the business of healthcare as they develop their own practices. 

Contact

Kendall Jones: eligibility questions and information about the program 806.834.2407

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Curriculum & Instruction - General (MED) - RAIDER Certification

Rapid Access Instructional Degree for Educator Readiness (RAIDER)

RAIDER is Texas Tech’s high-quality, university-based teacher certification option. Modeled after our award-winning, nationally-recognized TechTeach educator preparation program, RAIDER provides a path to certification along with the option of completing a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. More details are available here: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/raider/

Human Sciences In Education and Training Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate Program for Human Sciences Education and Training is designed for current and future graduate students in Human Sciences and Family and Consumer Sciences Education who want to enhance their knowledge, skillsets, and employment possibilities by adding expertise in education and training. The Human Sciences Education and Training Certificate incorporates a comprehensive understanding of the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Body of Knowledge, a framework that serves as the foundation for the FCS profession and addresses basic human needs, as well as critical perennial/emerging societal issues relevant to the well-being of individuals, families, consumers, and communities. The Human Sciences Education and Training Graduate Certificate program offers 15 hours (minimum) of online courses with the intent to expose students to FCS-related theories and how to apply theoretical frameworks to education and training programs. Graduate students may substitute one or more courses if they have taken similar courses in another program. Through focused coursework, it will empower graduate students to become “change agents” as future instructors or corporate industry trainers in Human Sciences.

Dr. Cindy Miller is the faculty advisor for this certificate. If you have any questions, you may contact her at cynthia.l.miller@ttu.edu.

Human Resource Management (MS)

The Master’s of Science in Human Resource Management (HRM) will provide graduates with the knowledge, skills, and abilities for jobs such as recruiting, training and development, compensation, and global management of human resources. This degree is designed to bridge theory with practice in all areas of staffing and performance management, human resource information systems, compensation and benefits, employment law and labor relations, strategic human resource analytics, organizational behavior, leadership and ethics, and others while also providing the business context in which human resource management operates. 

Forensic Science - Professional (MS)

The Master of Science in Forensic Science degree program emphasizes extensive learning in the scientific laboratory and within the field to supply skills necessary for application in modern forensic practices. Graduates from this program are prepared to enhance and strengthen the forensic science disciplines through sound methodologies and practices while simultaneously advocating the highest ethical standards through public service to federal, state, and local law enforcement jurisdictions and agencies.

        The program’s FORENSIC PROFESSIONAL CONCENTRATION, which is designed for currently employed forensic professionals, provides career development with a flexible online delivery platform amenable to the working environment. This degree is designed for those individuals currently working in a forensic science field such as law enforcement, medical examiner offices, legal or forensic science laboratory settings to improve the current level of mastery which may lead to supervisory roles and promotion.

        The Forensic Professional Concentration entails 28 credit hours of graduate coursework coupled with 6 credit hours of the forensic capstone experience which encompasses practical hands-on training targeted for working forensic professionals only, via an online modality platform for flexibility in the working environment (Total program: 34 credit hours).

Music Technology Certificate

The graduate certificate in music technology seeks to educate students in various musical topics and issues. Students will understand music informatics and other associated technologies within two required courses and choose a single elective within several available topics.

Social Work - Advanced (MSW) - Online

To complete a Master of Social Work degree, students will follow one of four possible tracks. Those with standard admission (no prior bachelor's degree in social work) will complete 59 hours of graduate credit, including 900 field placement hours, and will begin in the fall semester. Full-time students on the standard track can complete the program in two years, while part-time students should be finished in four years.

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in social work from a program that was accredited (or approved by) the Council on Social Work Education may be eligible for advanced admission status. On this track, students normally start in the summer and will complete 32 hours of graduate credit, including 500 field placement hours. Full-time students on the advanced track can complete the program in one full calendar year, while part-time students should be finished in two years.

Although opportunities for research are available, the MSW is a non-thesis degree program. For further information, our program website is https://www.depts.ttu.edu/socialwork/index.php and you may contact us at sasw.socialwork@ttu.edu

Microbiology - Thesis Option (MS)

The Department of Biological Sciences Master of Science programs include specializations in a broad range of topics.

Once admitted to a master's program, students may be required by their advisory committee to take a preliminary, diagnostic examination that includes subject matter usually required of undergraduates. If the preliminary examination reveals serious weaknesses in the student's subject-matter background, the student may be required to take remedial courses designated by the advisory committee.

All graduate students in the Master of Science programs are required to take BIOL 6202 during their first fall semester after acceptance in the graduate degree program. During their first year, teaching assistants are required to take a special topics course (BIOL 5322) that emphasizes the development of teaching skills.

Please read the "Prospective Students" page under the Graduate Programs tab of the Department of Biological Sciences webpage in its entirety before submitting your application (https://www.depts.ttu.edu/biology/academics/graduate/prospective-students/) To be admitted into our M.S. and Ph.D. graduate programs, you will need to identify a professor in your area of interest who is willing to serve as your Major Advisor. It is your responsibility to make initial contact with prospective Major Advisors.

Personal Financial Planning (MS) - Online

The non-thesis master's degree in personal financial planning requires a minimum of 36 hours. Appropriate leveling coursework may be required. 

With Our Personal Financial Planning Master's Degree, You'll Stand Out in a Growing Profession

• Asset and wealth management
• Insurance
• Tax planning
• Financial counseling
• Charitable Giving
• Risk management
• Retirement
• Estate and retirement planning
• Financial law
• Business Practices and Entrepreneurship

For more information about the Personal Financial Planning Master's Degree

Request Information Online

Music - Performance - Collaborative Piano (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

K-12 Basic STEM Master Leadership Certificate

This graduate certificate will focus on the development of K-12 STEM teacher leaders through experiences in exploring standards, curriculum reform, emergent pedagogies and assessment tools and communities of practice (e.g., professional learning communities, instructional coaching, community-based advocacy, and mentoring). Graduates of this certificate will be able to advocate for stronger (more equitable) learning spaces in K-12 STEM education.

K-12 Advanced STEM Master Leadership Certificate

This graduate certificate will focus on the structures and policies that dictate K-12 STEM education and how to lead in fostering change to systemically improve K-12 STEM education. Graduates of this certificate will learn more about K-12 STEM education policy, develop and implement interventions, and research the efficacy of the implemented interventions to impact STEM education at scale. Prospective students are required to have a Master's degree before applying to this certificate program.

Joint Curriculum & Instruction/Languages & Cultures - Applied Linguisti (MED/MA)

The joint degree in Curriculum & Instruction and Languages & Cultures (Applied Linguistics, Classics, or German) consists of 60 hours: 36 credit hours for each program, with 12 credit hours mutually recognized toward each program’s requirement and 24 credit hours that are unique to each program. Students will graduate from this program with advanced skills in curriculum and instruction and in their chosen language concentration. This joint degree is designed for people interested in pursuing a career in human resources, instructional coaching, curriculum coordination, higher education, or K-12 education (both public and private) in the state of Texas and beyond.

For applicants pursuing the joint MED/MA degree, it is recommended to commence the program in the fall semester.

Accounting - Audit (MSA) - Accelerated - Automatic

The 150-hour Program in Accounting is an accelerated program where Texas Tech students earn both a bachelor's and master's degree simultaneously. Students who already have B.B.A.degrees, either from Texas Tech or another school, may apply for the Master of Science in Accounting program. Students in the M.S.A. program take the same graduate curriculum as those in the 150-hour Program.

Contact

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806-742-3184

Accounting - Tax (MSA) - Accelerated - Automatic

The 150-hour Program in Accounting is an accelerated program where Texas Tech students earn both a bachelor's and master's degree simultaneously. Students who already have B.B.A.degrees, either from Texas Tech or another school, may apply for the Master of Science in Accounting program. Students in the M.S.A. program take the same graduate curriculum as those in the 150-hour Program.

Contact

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806-742-3184

Biology - Non-Thesis Option (MS)

The 30-hour non-thesis option is designed to make a substantial contribution to the intellectual development of students who are not interested in pursuing a research-oriented career in science. However, those students who expect to work beyond the M.S. degree and toward the Ph.D. degree are strongly encouraged to choose the thesis option.

Once admitted to a master's program, students may be required by their advisory committee to take a preliminary, diagnostic examination that includes subject matter usually required of undergraduates. If the preliminary examination reveals serious weaknesses in the student's subject-matter background, the student may be required to take remedial courses designated by the advisory committee.

Please read the "Prospective Students" page under the Graduate Programs tab of the Department of Biological Sciences webpage in its entirety before submitting your application (https://www.depts.ttu.edu/biology/academics/graduate/prospective-students/) To be admitted into our M.S. and Ph.D. graduate programs, you will need to identify a professor in your area of interest who is willing to serve as your Major Advisor. It is your responsibility to make initial contact with prospective Major Advisors.

Sport Management (MS) - Online

The Master of Science in Sport Management provides advanced study in management theories, principles, and research about the sport industry. The Master of Science in Sport Management consists of 30 hours of coursework. Students will have the option of completing the degree face-to-face OR via online delivery using a cohort model. Students MUST pick which method of delivery they wish prior to apply and must remain in the program into which they were admitted.

Dual Degrees:

The School of Law, in association with the Graduate School, offers a program that enables a student to earn both the Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) and Master of Science in Sport Management (M.S.) degrees in three years of academic work through face-to-face courses.

The Graduate School in association with the Rawls College of Business Administration and Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management offers an online dual-degree program that enables a student to earn both the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in Sport Management (MS) degrees in two years of concentrated study.

Social Work (MSW) - Online

To complete a Master of Social Work degree, students will follow one of four possible tracks. Those with standard admission (no prior bachelor's degree in social work) will complete 59 hours of graduate credit, including 900 field placement hours, and will begin in the fall semester. Full-time students on the standard track can complete the program in two years, while part-time students should be finished in four years.

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in social work from a program that was accredited (or approved by) the Council on Social Work Education may be eligible for advanced admission status. On this track, students normally start in the summer and will complete 32 hours of graduate credit, including 500 field placement hours. Full-time students on the advanced track can complete the program in one full calendar year, while part-time students should be finished in two years.

Although opportunities for research are available, the MSW is a non-thesis degree program. For further information, our program website is https://www.depts.ttu.edu/socialwork/index.php and you may contact us at sasw.socialwork@ttu.edu

Bioengineering (MS) - Accelerated Program

Program: Bioengineering, M.S. - Texas Tech University - Acalog ACMS

The master of science in bioengineering program is a thesis option program with five interdisciplinary tracks:

• Biomechanics (Department of Mechanical Engineering)
• Biomedical Signals and Systems (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering)
• Biochemical Processes (Department of Chemical Engineering)
• Occupational Bioengineering (Department of Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering)
• Environmental Bioengineering (Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering)

Faculty in the bioengineering area are heavily involved with research activities that require collaboration from scientists and clinicians in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Students are required to take 24 credit hours of coursework and perform six credit hours of research for the thesis option or 36 hours of coursework for the non-thesis option. At least half of the coursework hours must be taken in the Whitacre College of Engineering. The remaining courses can be taken within, or outside, of the college of engineering since this is intended as an interdisciplinary master's degree. At least one higher level math course must be taken at the graduate level.

For further information, contact Dr. Raj Khare, rajesh.khare@ttu.edu

Wildlife, Aquatic, & Wildlands Science Management (MS)

Those interested in pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in the Department of Natural Resources Management should consult with Dr. Richard Stevens (richard.stevens@ttu.edu), the Department Graduate Coordinator, prior to enrolling for any course.

The department offers thesis and non-thesis Master of Science programs. The thesis option requires a minimum of 24 hours of graduate coursework plus 6 hours of thesis followed by successful defense of the thesis and final examination. The non-thesis degree requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate coursework and a final examination. Transfer from a thesis to a non-thesis degree is not allowed after the first semester of enrollment. However, transfer from a non-thesis to a thesis degree is allowed for students showing a significant aptitude, provided that a major advisor has the desire and resources to support the transfer. Before recommendation for candidacy to a master's degree program, students may be requested to take a preliminary examination to determine proficiency and background for graduate work. Students may be required to take(without graduate credit) such undergraduate leveling courses as may be designated by the graduate advisory committee.

Language & Literacy - Education (MED)

Our Master's Degree in Language & Literacy is designed to prepare reading and literacy leaders in K-12 school districts and other educational settings. Graduates will possess in-depth knowledge of literacy processes and will be able to confidently apply their knowledge to evaluate, design, and implement effective literacy instruction for diverse learners.

This program is 100% online, has rolling admission, and requires 36 credit hours to complete.

Program website: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/curriculum-and-instruction/language_and_literacy.php

Requirements:

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Writing Sample
• Personal Statement
• Letters of Recommendation

For more information, contact Brandi Stephens, Academic Advisor, at brandi.stephens@ttu.edu or 806-834-4554.

History (MA) - Online

Terminal Master of Arts Concentration (Non-Thesis Professional Enrichment)

The online MA professional enrichment concentration is designed to assist persons for whom a two-year graduate degree would provide career advancement in a chosen or desired field other than that for which a history Ph.D. is required. The focus of the terminal M.A. is on providing a platform for developing critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills (reading, writing, and oral) within a historical framework. The degree does not require the completion of a thesis-length work but does require the completion of a Capstone Portfolio.

Some of the careers for which obtaining a terminal M.A. in History may be an asset include the following: education/teaching (K-12 or community college), public history, digital humanities, journalism and social media, public affairs, library studies, governmental and non-governmental agencies, social work, campaign management, community organizer, genealogist, archivist/archival administration, corporate management, and industry consultant.

Course Requirements

A student in this plan must successfully complete at least 30 hours of graduate work to receive the terminal Master of Arts degree. Students must complete HIST 5304 and are encouraged to do so at their first opportunity. Students must also complete 3 hours in World history, 3 hours in European history, and 3 hours in United States history, as well as 12 additional hours, 9 of which must be taken in the Department of History. Students must also complete HIST 6301 during their penultimate semester and HIST 7310 in their final semester. Students in this program will work closely with a departmentappointed Non-Thesis MA Coordinator.

Foreign Language Requirement: No language is required for the terminal Master of Arts option.

Capstone Portfolio: Within the framework of HIST 7310, students will work with Non-Thesis MA Coordinator to prepare a Capstone Portfolio consisting of three discrete components:

1. Capstone Project: This project must be connected to work completed in HIST 6301 and should involve something that advances professional development. Examples include: curriculum and/or lesson plan development that incorporates knowledge and skills gained in the program for use in the classroom; a public or digital history project, such as a museum/library exhibit, podcast, website, or documentary film; an article-length research paper rooted in original, primary evidence; another type of project related to the individual’s unique professional goals, designed in consultation with and approved by the Non-Thesis MA Coordinator.

2. Paper/Project Revision: Students must revise a paper or project completed in a previously completed class. The student must include the original paper/project, including the feedback they received from their supervising professor, and then include a foreword that explains the revisions completed for the final portfolio. (Note: Students selecting “article-length paper” as their capstone project may not use same paper for their Paper Revision.)

3. Reflection Essay: Students must write a five-page essay reflecting on their experiences in the program and how those experiences will shape their professional life moving forward.

Once a student completes their Portfolio, they will present it in an oral defense before a panel consisting of the Non-Thesis MA Coordinator and members of an annually rotating Non-Thesis MA Review Committee, consisting of faculty in the Department of History.

Fine Arts - Interdisciplinary Arts - (PhD)

The Interdisciplinary Arts track of the Fine Arts PhD program allows students to work within two or three disciplinary concentrations. The primary concentration will be situated in one of the TCVPA’s three Schools. The second (and third, if chosen) concentration can be an additional arts discipline housed within the TCVPA or can be a non-arts discipline with which the TCVPA has an agreement relative to this degree track. 

Contact: Heather Warren-Crow, Ph.D., Associate Professor: Heather.Warren-Crow@ttu.edu

Sports Communication Certificate

The 12-hour certificate in Strategic Sports Communication will provide students with expanded, coordinated courses that provide applied, experiential opportunities to learn about sports communication and the tools that are used to produce sports media to prepare them for positions as strategic communicators in sport organizations. Students are required to complete four courses (12 hours). This includes three required courses and one elective chosen from among a list of seven courses. Enrollment is open year-round so students may start in the semester most convenient to them. Students can determine how many courses they want to take per semester to best fit with personal and professional schedules.

Family & Consumer Sciences Education (MS) - Accelerated Program

This program is designed for students completing the Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences Education (FCSE) and intending to pursue a Master of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Undergraduate students will submit an application for graduate school enrollment. If approved for admission, students will take 9 credit hours of graduate-level FCSE coursework in the final year of their undergraduate degree and prior to their clinical student teaching. The 9 hours will fulfill graduation requirements at the undergraduate level as well as apply to the 36 hours of credits required for the MS in Family and Consumer Sciences Education.

The FCSE program encourages undergraduate FCSE students to apply to the accelerated Bachelor's-to-Master's program as soon as they have completed 90 hours of undergraduate coursework. Students should contact the College of Human Sciences Advising & Retention office or Family and Consumer Sciences Education for additional information regarding eligibility and graduation planning.

Business Professional Program - Human Resource Management (MBA)

The Rawls College of Business Professional MBA program is designed for managers and professionals, with two consecutive years or more of full-time professional work experience post-undergraduate graduation who wish to remain fully employed as they pursue their graduate degree. A stimulating, cohort-based learning environment offers an effective blend of theory and practice. Students who worked for several years after high school graduation and are currently completing their bachelor's degree (or did so less than two years ago) are also encouraged to apply.

Program Highlights

• 42-hour program is completed in 24 months.
• Meet on campus 9 weekends per year + complete coursework remotely
• To apply, students must have a bachelor's degree and two or more years of appropriate professional work experience (see above)
• GMAT scores are waived based on work experience. Email victomit@ttu.edu with your application ID to request a GMAT waiver.

International Applicants: this program does not meet the requirements to secure an F1 student visa.

Fall Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - July 1

Final Due Date - August 1

Spring Semester

Priority Due Date for Applications - December 1

Final Due Date - January 1

Contact

• For eligibility questions, information about the program, and application questions, please contact Tory Mitchell, victomit@ttu.edu, 806-834-7086

Ranch Management (MS)

The program is a 36-hour Master’s Degree in Ranch Management (non-thesis). This program is focused on providing students with a diverse education that supplies the tools needed to manage a diverse array of ranching enterprises, as well as other related occupations.

Program Evaluation and Measurement Certificate

The Certificate in Program Evaluation is a 15-hour graduate-level certificate program offered by the Educational Psychology program in the College of Education at Texas Tech University. The program is available in online, hybrid, and face-to-face modalities. The certificate program aims to develop students’ expertise to design and implement evaluation research that examines the effectiveness of educational programs and training. The credential may benefit a wide range of professionals who are involved in grant project evaluation, educational programs for K-12 and higher education, and professional development for various organizations.

Teacher Mentoring and Instructional Coaching Graduate Certificate

The 12-hour Teacher Mentoring and Instructional Coaching graduate certificate program offers evidence-based professional preparation and development for mentors and coaches who support beginning teachers and their colleagues in learning to teach effectively and sustain their teaching careers. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

This program is designed for teachers with two or more years of teaching experience who would like to develop mentoring and coaching capacity for beginning teachers and their colleagues. It is also developed for those who want to become official mentor teachers in Texas by fulfilling the required mentor training – TEC §21.458. In addition, it prepares those teachers who would like to take leadership responsibilities in their school district in improving curriculum, teaching, and student learning through developing teachers' instruction capacity. Finally, it welcomes teams of teachers from school districts to participate since such teams will enable participants to continue supporting each other's mentoring and coaching practices after the initial training.

Admission Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• 3 years of K-12 teaching experiences

Contact: Dr. Jian Wang - jian.wang@ttu.edu - 806-834-5165

Electrical Engineering (MS)

About the Electrical Engineering: Master's Program

The master's degree program prepares students for successful professional careers in electrical engineering based on a broad foundation and specialized technical expertise. Students working toward the M.S.E.E. degree have the option of writing a thesis or taking additional courses. During their first semester, students must declare a thesis or non-thesis option. Later, if desired, they may switch from the thesis to the non-thesis option with the permission of their thesis advisor. However, thesis credit hours they may have earned will not count toward the non-thesis degree. Alternately, students may switch from the non-thesis to the thesis option with permission of the graduate advisor. 

For more information visit: www.depts.ttu.edu/ece/grad/ms/

Thesis Option

Students must take 30 credit hours (plus 1 credit hour per semester of graduate seminar), including 24 credit hours of coursework and 6 credit hours of thesis. At most 6 of the 24 credit hours may be non-ECE courses and 3 of the 24 credit hours may be ECE individual study courses. Students must complete a thesis, deliver an oral presentation of the results, and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination or a comprehensive oral examination.

Non-Thesis Option

Students must take 36 credit hours (plus 1 credit hour per semester of graduate seminar) of coursework. At most 9 of the 36 credit hours may be non-ECE courses and 6 of the 36 credit hours may be ECE individual study courses. Students must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination or a comprehensive oral examination.

Electrical Engineering (PhD)

About the Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program

The Doctoral degree program prepares students for engineering-based leadership roles in society involving the solution of important technological problems and the advancement and dissemination of knowledge. The doctorate demands substantial depth and breadth of study in the major subject, electrical engineering. Students must take at least 60 credit hours (plus 1 credit hour per semester of Graduate Seminar until the student becomes a PhD candidate) of graduate course work exclusive of the dissertation.

Typically, students enter our doctoral program with a master's degree in electrical engineering. However, a master's degree is not a mandatory prerequisite for admission to the PhD program. Applicants with exemplary undergraduate records may also be considered for admission. Qualified students with graduate degrees in other branches of engineering or in the sciences may be accepted subject to completing specified preparatory (leveling) courses in electrical engineering.

For more information see www.depts.ttu.edu/ece/grad/phd/

The ECE Department can only accept PhD applicants with faculty member support in the form of either a Teaching Assistantship or Research Assistantship. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact faculty in the department regarding the possibility of assistantship funding in their area of interest.

Graduate students can find thesis and dissertation topics in a variety of areas with research conducted in the following broad areas (associated faculty working in that area is included)

• Energy Systems & Renewables: Miao He, Stephen Bayne, Vittal Rao

• Electronics/IC design, Electromagnetics/RF: Changzhi Li, Donald Lie, Mohammad Saed, Tim Dallas

• Information Science and Machine Learning: Ranadip Pal, Hamed Sari-Sarraf, Mary Baker, Brian Nutter

• Nano-photonics & Nanotechnology: Hongxing Xiang, Jingyu Lin, Ayrton Bernussi, Rui He, Sergey Nikishin

• Pulsed-Power: Andreas Neuber, Jim Dickens, John Mankowski, Ravi Joshi, Michael Giesselmann, Jacob Stephens

• Signals & Systems: Tanja Karp, Vittal Rao, Ranadip Pal, Hamed Sari-Sarraf

Engineering (MEN)

In addition to the specialized degree programs offered in each department, the college offers a Master of Engineering degree that does not specify an area of specialization and does not require a thesis. The program is designed primarily for practicing engineers who can receive credit for up to 9 of the required 36 semester hours completed in residence at another accredited graduate school. All work credited toward the degree must be completed within nine calendar years. Under certain circumstances, regular on-campus students may be admitted to the undifferentiated Master of Engineering degree program. In such cases, the regular six-year time limit will apply. In addition to the regulations governing admission to the Graduate School, a baccalaureate degree in engineering or its equivalent is required for entrance to the Master of Engineering program. The student may be required to take (without graduate credit) such undergraduate leveling courses as may be designated by the college. 

For questions about the MEN program, please contact Dr. Ranadip Pal at ranadip.pal@ttu.edu.

Bioengineering (MS)

Program: Bioengineering, M.S. - Texas Tech University - Acalog ACMS

The master of science in bioengineering program is a thesis option program with five interdisciplinary tracks:

• Biomechanics (Department of Mechanical Engineering)
• Biomedical Signals and Systems (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering)
• Biochemical Processes (Department of Chemical Engineering)
• Occupational Bioengineering (Department of Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering)
• Environmental Bioengineering (Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering)

Faculty in the bioengineering area are heavily involved with research activities that require collaboration from scientists and clinicians in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Students are required to take 24 credit hours of coursework and perform six credit hours of research for the thesis option or 36 hours of coursework for the non-thesis option. At least half of the coursework hours must be taken in the Whitacre College of Engineering. The remaining courses can be taken within, or outside, of the college of engineering since this is intended as an interdisciplinary master's degree. At least one higher level math course must be taken at the graduate level.

Construction Engineering & Management Certificate

The department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering offers a 12-hour graduate certificate in Construction Engineering and Management. The certificate is designed for professionals who have a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, or another related field, or have any other bachelor's degree along with 3-5 years of extensive practical experience in the construction industry and are seeking a senior management position in the construction industry. It is ideal for students interested in pursuing graduate study without committing to a full master's program. Course selection will be reviewed and approved by the graduate advisor.

Contact:

Dr. Ali Nejat

806.834.4065

ali.nejat@ttu.edu

Software Engineering Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering is intended for those who do not need or wish to have a full graduate degree in software engineering or computer science. In particular, the certificate is directed towards working professionals and graduate students who are interested in systematic software development. In addition to any leveling requirements, coursework for the certificate requires 12 hours.

PLEASE NOTE: Any applications submitted after the deadline may NOT be reviewed in time before the semester begins and classes start.

For more information, see www.depts.ttu.edu/cs/grad/certificate

Applied Forensic Engineering Certificate

The purpose of the Graduate Certificate in Forensic Engineering (CFE) is to allow students with graduate level degrees to enter the Forensic Engineering fields of discipline. The certificate is designed for those students who would like to develop skilled expertise to become expert witnesses in litigation and experts in the realm of failure analysis. The program aims to teach both the scientific and legal principles needed to excel in this discipline. The certificate requires a total of 6 of courses (15 credit hours), chosen from a pre-approved list. The certification program takes approximately one to one and a half years to complete.

For more information, please contact Dr. Jahan Rasty (jahan.rasty@ttu.edu).

Art - Painting (MFA)

The Master of Fine Arts degree (M.F.A.) is the recognized terminal degree in the practice of art. It is offered with a major in art and requires a minimum of 60 semester hours of graduate work. Typically this program is completed in 3 years.

Specialization is possible in the areas of ceramics, jewelry design and metal-smithing, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. Drawing may be selected as a secondary studio option or studio elective and transmedia courses may be used as a studio elective. Admission to the M.F.A. program normally presumes that students hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art. A graduate preview committee, composed of three graduate faculty members in the school, will examine a portfolio of the student's work and hold a personal interview, if feasible, with each student who meets the minimum entrance requirements of the Graduate School. On the basis of these examinations, the preview committee will make recommendations concerning acceptance to the M.F.A. program and will determine and prescribe any leveling work to be completed before or after acceptance. Students applying for the Master of Fine Arts degree program do not need to submit scores for the Graduate Record Examination.

MFA applications for Fall have a deadline of December 15 for full funding consideration and an overall hard deadline of April 1 with no guarantee of financial assistance.

Art - Sculpture (MFA)

The Master of Fine Arts degree (M.F.A.) is the recognized terminal degree in the practice of art. It is offered with a major in art and requires a minimum of 60 semester hours of graduate work. Typically this program is completed in 3 years.

Specialization is possible in the areas of ceramics, jewelry design and metal-smithing, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. Drawing may be selected as a secondary studio option or studio elective and transmedia courses may be used as a studio elective. Admission to the M.F.A. program normally presumes that students hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art. A graduate preview committee, composed of three graduate faculty members in the school, will examine a portfolio of the student's work and hold a personal interview, if feasible, with each student who meets the minimum entrance requirements of the Graduate School. On the basis of these examinations, the preview committee will make recommendations concerning acceptance to the M.F.A. program and will determine and prescribe any leveling work to be completed before or after acceptance. Students applying for the Master of Fine Arts degree program do not need to submit scores for the Graduate Record Examination.

MFA applications for Fall have a deadline of December 15 for full funding consideration and an overall hard deadline of April 1 with no guarantee of financial assistance.

Art - Printmaking (MFA)

The Master of Fine Arts degree (M.F.A.) is the recognized terminal degree in the practice of art. It is offered with a major in art and requires a minimum of 60 semester hours of graduate work. Typically this program is completed in 3 years.

Specialization is possible in the areas of ceramics, jewelry design and metal-smithing, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. Drawing may be selected as a secondary studio option or studio elective and transmedia courses may be used as a studio elective. Admission to the M.F.A. program normally presumes that students hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art. A graduate preview committee, composed of three graduate faculty members in the school, will examine a portfolio of the student's work and hold a personal interview, if feasible, with each student who meets the minimum entrance requirements of the Graduate School. On the basis of these examinations, the preview committee will make recommendations concerning acceptance to the M.F.A. program and will determine and prescribe any leveling work to be completed before or after acceptance. Students applying for the Master of Fine Arts degree program do not need to submit scores for the Graduate Record Examination.

MFA applications for Fall have a deadline of December 15 for full funding consideration and an overall hard deadline of April 1 with no guarantee of financial assistance.

Geosciences (PhD)

Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree follow those of the Graduate School. The first-year Ph.D. student will be expected to prepare and defend research proposals. The intent of this work is to determine whether the individual is capable of doctoral-level research. In the second year, the student will formalize the dissertation topic and committee. Under normal circumstances the committee will consist of three to five members, including the faculty advisor. The Comprehensive Examination will be completed before the end of the fourth long semester in residence. 

For more information visit our advising and admissions page at: geosciences.ttu.edu/geo_grad_advising.php

Theatre Arts - Design (MFA)

The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts is a terminal professional degree that provides for intensive concentration in performance and pedagogy, design, playwriting, or arts administration. A minimum of 60 hours is required beyond the baccalaureate. Completion of the M.F.A. degree requires a written thesis or a thesis project. In the case of performance and pedagogy and design students, the thesis project is based on a performance or production project accomplished during their program. For playwriting students, each thesis is based on a script that is produced during their program.

The Master of Fine Arts program with a specialization in Design prepares students either for work in the professional theatre or for faculty positions in the theatre arts.

Our program focuses on the well-rounded designer: after completing a core consisting of design classes in costuming, lighting, sound, computer rendering/drafting, and scenic design, students focus on the design area of their choosing, resulting in a program that is tailored to each student's talents and interests. The program also includes a community outreach and engagement course as well as our summer WildWind Performance Lab, which concentrates on process work and devised pieces. Unique to our program is the option to explore not just other areas within theatrical design, but many areas within the performing arts. 

Combining the scholarship of the classroom with the practical of realized productions, each student in the MFA Design program is expected to have a major design role each semester, one of which ultimately will be their thesis project.

For questions regarding program requirements, please contact Abigail Wright at abigail.wright@ttu.edu.

Theatre Arts - Arts Administration (MFA)

The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts is a terminal professional degree that provides for intensive concentration in performance and pedagogy, design, playwriting, or arts administration. A minimum of 60 hours is required beyond the baccalaureate. Completion of the M.F.A. degree requires a written thesis or a thesis project. In the case of performance and pedagogy and design students, the thesis project is based on a performance or production project accomplished during their program. For playwriting students, each thesis is based on a script that is produced during their program.

The primary focus of the Arts Administration program is to train leaders and advocates in the nonprofit field of theatre management/arts administration. The program offers an MFA in Theatre (Arts Administration) as well as a Ph.D. in Fine Arts (major in Theatre; track in Arts Administration). The program offers a blend of theory and practice. It is designed to serve those interested in working in the diverse areas of arts administration from marketing and fundraising to advocacy and organizational management.

Students have the opportunity to participate in the marketing and promotion of the School's Mainstage and Black Box productions. Box office management, front-of-house supervision, producing the One-Act Play Festival, and membership in the School's marketing team are just some examples of the hands-on experiences available to arts administration students. The program is individualized to the student's talents and interests, and outside internships are required for the MFA. The School of Theatre and Dance is dedicated equally to scholarship and theatrical production. The School offers up to 50 competitive teaching/production/research assistantships each semester. MFA students complete a thesis project which may be based on traditional research, internships, professional or community problems.

For questions regarding program requirements, please contact Abigail Wright at abigail.wright@ttu.edu.

Languages & Cultures - Applied Linguistics (MA)

Second language learning and teaching are two of the major areas within Applied Linguistics that we specialize in here at Texas Tech. Our dedicated faculty conduct research on second language teaching and learning in many areas, including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammatical forms, reading, and writing. We do research on effective instruction for second languages, discourse and interaction in the second language classroom, and the processes of second language learning. Graduate students have opportunities to join with faculty in special research projects during their studies. Our graduates go on to advanced graduate programs in applied linguistics, foreign language, psychology, education, and media communications; and also become language teachers in high schools and colleges; language program directors; and language teacher trainers not only in the U.S. but in many other countries.

For information regarding the admissions process to CMLL, please do not hesitate to contact Carla Burrus , CMLL Graduate Program Coordinator. For program information, please contact Dr. Stefanie Borst, CMLL Applied Linguistics Graduate Advisor. Dr. Greta Gorsuch, CMLL Applied Linguistics Graduate Recruiter.

Languages & Cultures - Classics (MA)

Second language learning and teaching are two of the major areas within Applied Linguistics that we specialize in here at Texas Tech. Our dedicated faculty conduct research on second language teaching and learning in many areas, including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammatical forms, reading, and writing. We do research on effective instruction for second languages, discourse and interaction in the second language classroom, and the processes of second language learning. Graduate students have opportunities to join with faculty in special research projects during their studies. Our graduates go on to advanced graduate programs in applied linguistics, foreign language, psychology, education, and media communications; and also become language teachers in high schools and colleges; language program directors; and language teacher trainers not only in the U.S. but in many other countries.

For information regarding the admissions process to CMLL, please do not hesitate to contact Carla Burrus , CMLL Graduate Program Coordinator. For program information, please contact Dr. Don Lavigne, CMLL Classics Graduate Advisor.

English (MA) - On-Campus

Advanced study in literature, creative writing, and/or linguistics are offered in this program. It is intended to be not merely a continuation of undergraduate work but a distinctly different educational experience requiring study in greater depth and the development of critical thinking. Applicants for the M.A. degree in English may complete 30 hours of graduate courses and a thesis or 36 hours of coursework. Reading knowledge of one foreign language is required. In their final semester in the M.A. program, thesis students must successfully complete an oral defense of their project, and non-thesis students must submit a portfolio of their work for faculty review.

Areas of concentration are Literature (British, American, or Comparative), Linguistics, and Creative Writing. Additional specializations are available in book history and digital humanities, film and media studies, social justice and environmental studies, teaching college composition, and technical and professional writing. In your application, please indicate first the Major Area to which you are applying: Literature, Linguistics, or Creative Writing. Under the Major Area, select the sub-fields you are interested in pursuing, for example in Literature, you could choose British, American, or Comparative; in Creative Writing, choose fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. Note: If admitted, you will not be limited to your original sub-field choices; marking these preferences aids the process of assessing the applications.

Technical Communication - On-Campus (MA)

About the Technical Communication Master's Program

This master's degree combines study of the history, theory, research, and genres of technical communication with practice in applying this knowledge. The thesis option requires students to complete 24 hours of graduate courses in technical communication and electives or a minor, 6 hours of research methods, and a thesis. The non-thesis option requires students to complete 36 hours of graduate courses in technical communication, electives, and a minor. Students who elect the non-thesis option must pass a comprehensive portfolio examination in the semester of graduation.

The master's degree in technical communication is available on-campus or online. Application, admission processes, and degree requirements are the same.

http://www.depts.ttu.edu/english/programs_degrees/ma/tc/index.php

English (PhD)

The doctoral program in English at Texas Tech University is a 72-hour (48 hours of coursework) degree that includes qualifying examinations and a rigorous dissertation and defense. Reading knowledge of two foreign languages, or one language and additional linguistics courses, is required. The PhD program is designed to build on general and specialized knowledge and skills attained in master’s-level work and to permit students to conduct advanced study in Literature (Early or Late British, American, or Comparative), Linguistics, or Creative Writing. Additional specializations include: Film & Media Studies, Book History/Digital Humanities and Literature, Social Justice and Environment Studies. 

Students in our program are asked to read and study broadly, so that they may come to understand the interconnectedness of texts, methods, and approaches across traditional classifications of period, geography, and genre. They are also asked to choose and refine a primary area of concentration, so that they may conduct specialized research at the highest level of intellectual engagement. The goal of this twofold approach to doctoral studies is to prepare students to be able to teach in more than one field while producing robust scholarship in their area of concentration.

In your application, please indicate first the Major Area to which you are applying: Literature, Linguistics, or Creative Writing. Under the Major Area, select the sub-fields you are interested in pursuing, for example in Literature, you could choose British, American, or Film; in Creative Writing, choose fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. Note: If admitted, you will not be limited to your original sub-field choices; marking these preferences aids the process of assessing the applications.

Contact the Director of Graduate Studies for more information: English.gradadvisor@ttu.edu.

Technical Communication & Rhetoric (PhD) - On-Campus

The aim of this doctoral program is to engage the students in acquiring broad knowledge of the history, theory, research, genres, and practice of technical communication and rhetoric; specialized knowledge of some aspect of communication or rhetoric; and ability to conduct independent research. The Ph.D. requires at least 60 hours of graduate courses beyond the bachelor's degree, proficiency in research methodology, and a dissertation.

The 60 hours include 45 hours in the TCR specialization. The remaining 15 hours may transfer from previous graduate work, or you may pursue a minor in a field other than technical communication and rhetoric, or for more courses in the specialization, including communication-related courses in other departments. A minor may be taken in one department or may consist of a cluster of courses on related topics from different departments. Students typically choose to transfer 15 hours, however, from their previous graduate work if they meet the requirements rather than pursuing a separate minor.

Prospective students are advised to consult http://www.depts.ttu.edu/english/programs_degrees/phd/tcr/index.php for details of degree requirements and FAQs.

For more information on the department admissions process, please visit the following web page: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/english/degree_resources/apply/admissions.php

Environmental Engineering (MEV)

NOTE: This program is ONLY available to currently enrolled TTU undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering program. 

If you are not a current TTU undergraduate student, please apply to the "Master of Civil Engineering - Environmental Engineering" program instead.

This is an ABET-accredited 154-hour integrated freshman-to-masters degree program specializing in environmental engineering. It is a design-oriented program that culminates in a comprehensive design problem rather than a research-oriented thesis.

The major focus areas of water supply resources, environmental chemistry, wastewater management, solid waste management, hazardous waste management, air pollution control, and environmental health are included in specific advanced and graduate-level courses within the curriculum. Students choosing the MEV degree are formally admitted to the upper-division courses after faculty review at the end of the second curriculum year. Students must meet the university's Graduate School admission requirements before enrolling in graduate-level courses. Further information about the curriculum and assessment procedures can be found at www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb.

Geography and the Environment (MS)

The 30-hour master’s degree in geography has two options: 1) a thesis-based program designed for students who intend to pursue a Ph.D. or research-based career and 2) a non-thesis program intended for students who seek to acquire advanced employment skills. Both programs are designed to provide students with critical thinking skills, specific geographic expertise, spatial analysis techniques, and research experience. 

For more information, please visit our advising page at:

 https://www.depts.ttu.edu/geosciences/geog/academics/grad_advising.php

Wind Energy - Managerial Certificate

This 15-hour graduate certificate offers professionals post-baccalaureate level training options in six topic areas relevant to the industry; including pertinent case studies. Specifically designed for non-technical professionals who wish to assume managerial responsibilities in wind energy.

This program is available as either fully online or on-campus. Please visit the program website for more information.

POINT OF CONTACT: Dr. Andrew Swift

Wind Energy - Technical Certificate

This 15-hour graduate certificate offers professionals post-baccalaureate level training options in six topic areas relevant to the industry; including detailed case studies. Specifically designed for non-technical professionals who wish to assume technical responsibilities in wind energy. 

This program is available as either fully online or on-campus. Please visit the program website for more information.

POINT OF CONTACT: Dr. Manohar Chamana (m.chamana@ttu.edu)

Interdisciplinary Studies (MA)

Interdisciplinary Studies at Texas Tech University allows graduate students the freedom to design a degree that integrates areas and courses from the existing graduate colleges and programs. The purpose of this integration allows students to create a program that best fits their interests and career aspirations that might not be defined in a traditional disciplinary boundaries.

The Master of Science (MS) is for STEM areas (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics). Such areas include the College of Agriculture, Engineering, and some areas under the College of Arts and Sciences, such as Atmospheric Science, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Kinesiology (by availability), Forensic Science, and Geology-related areas.

The Master of Arts (MA) covers all other areas, including Education, Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities.

For more information about Self-designed programs, email us at inds.gradschool@ttu.edu.

Heritage & Museum Sciences (MA)

The Master of Arts in Heritage & Museum Science offers a specialization in either museum science or heritage management.

Museum science specialization emphasizes thorough preparation in the broad spectrum of museum theory and practice. Graduates from the museum science specialization of the program have a comprehensive background in museum studies and are prepared as generalists in a number of sub disciplines, including collections management and care; exhibitions and interpretation; museology; museum management; and curatorship in anthropology, art, ethnology, history, paleontology, or the natural sciences.

Heritage management specialization emphasizes extensive investigation in the field of heritage management. Graduates from the heritage management specialization of the program are prepared to enhance local, regional, and national sociological and scientific values; encourage preservation and stewardship of cultural and natural heritage; advocate public service; and direct educational programming designed to derive maximum advantage from innovative technology without the loss of cultural identity and biodiversity.

For additional information about the Heritage & Museum Sciences program, please contact Dr. Sally Shelton.

History (MA) - On-Campus

Department of History

Information about departmental admission standards, prerequisites, and other matters dealing with graduate study in history may be acquired by consulting the departmental website (www.history.ttu.edu) or by contacting the department's Director of Graduate Studies or Graduate Studies Coordinator. For a full list of graduate programs and courses offered by the department, see the list at the bottom of the page.

History, M.A.

Offered In-person

The Department of History offers two different kinds of Master of Arts degrees in History on campus, in-person: the M.A. academic preparatory concentration (with thesis) and the terminal M.A., or professional enrichment preparatory concentration (non-thesis).

M.A. Academic Preparatory Concentration

Program Requirements

A student in the M.A. academic preparatory concentration must successfully complete at least 36 hours of graduate coursework to receive the Master of Arts degree. A minimum of 24 hours must be taken in the Department of History at Texas Tech. This includes twelve (12) hours taken at the 5000-level in one of three geographic areas of concentration (United States, Europe, or World) and twelve (12) hours of elective graduate coursework. Of the electives, six (6) hours must be chosen from geographic areas outside of the student's geographic area of concentration. Students can take no more than six (6) hours at the 7000-level toward their degree requirements and must complete HIST 5304: Approaches to History, and HIST 6301: Introduction to Historical Writing, in the first semester they are offered after the student's admission to the program. HIST 5304 must be taken before HIST 6301. HIST 5304 and HIST 6301 must also be taken before completing six (6) hours of thesis hours (HIST 6000). Students will plan their programs with the advice and consent of the Graduate Program Coordinator, the Director of Graduate Studies, and their primary faculty advisor.

The 36 hours are distributed as follows:

• HIST 5304 (Taken during first semester course is offered after admission.) HIST 6301 (Taken during first semester course is offered after completion of HIST 5304)
• Geographic Area of Concentration: 12 Semester Credit Hours
• Electives: 12 Semester Credit Hours (6 hours of which must be outside the geographic area of concentration)
• HIST 6000: Master's Thesis: 6 Semester Credit Hours

Foreign Language Requirement. Proficiency in one foreign language is required of all candidates for the M.A. thesis-concentration degree. Proficiency in a language is defined according to the following parameters:

• native speaker status as certified by the Graduate Studies Committee,
• attainment of a grade of C- or better in a fourth semester undergraduate course (in Texas numeration, the 2302 course),
• Attainment of a grade of B- or better in the accelerated graduate language course (one that is equivalent to two years of undergraduate language courses; in Texas numeration the 5341 and/or 5342 course);
• Other class work equivalent to the above; OR
• Demonstration of an equivalent level of competency through an approved exam (administered by the Department of Classical and Modern Language and Literature, by an approved outside agency, or by a scholar with demonstrable experience in the language in question) or by some other means acceptable to the Graduate Studies Committee, the Department, and the Graduate School.

Thesis

Thesis work is directed by a committee consisting of at least two members of the history graduate faculty. Other faculty who may be a scholar with relevant expertise from the Department of History, another department, or another university, can be added to the committee if the thesis director, student, and Director of Graduate Studies conclude that the nature of the thesis topic warrants it. After the final version of the thesis has been approved by the committee, students are required to pass an oral defense of the thesis.

Terminal M.A. Concentration (Non-Thesis Professional Enrichment)

Program Requirements

The professional enrichment concentration is designed to assist persons for whom a two-year graduate degree would provide career advancement in a chosen or desired field other than that for which a history Ph.D. is required. The focus of the terminal M.A. is on providing a platform for developing critical analytical skills (reading, written, and oral) within a historical framework. The program provides intense study of up to three interrelated geographic or thematic fields. The terminal M.A. concludes with written examinations in the student's chosen fields of study. The degree does not require the completion of a thesis-length work. For this reason, the terminal M.A. concentration is not intended for those whose interests are oriented toward undertaking Ph.D. work in history.

Course Requirements

A student in professional enrichment concentration must successfully complete at least 36 hours of graduate work to receive the Master of Arts degree. A minimum of 24 hours must be taken in the Department of History and at least 3 hours must be taken at the 6000-level. No more than 6 hours may be taken at the 7000-level. Students must complete HIST 5304. Students are also required to select at least two, and no more than three, focus areas (either geographic and/or thematic fields. For the three-field concentration, students are required to complete a minimum of 9 hours in each field. For the two-field concentration, 15 hours are required in one field, and 12 hours in the other field. The remaining 6 elective hours toward the degree can be used either to intensify work in an already selected focus area or pursue an appropriate minor in another department. Students will plan their programs with the advice and consent of the Graduate Program Coordinator, the Director of Graduate Studies, and their primary faculty advisor. Please note: all Department of History graduate courses meet face-to-face (no online courses are offered).

The 36 hours are distributed as follows:

• HIST 5304
• HIST 6301
• Focus Area One: 12 semester credit hours
• Focus Area Two: 12 semester credit hours
• Discretionary/Elective Hours: 6 semester credit hours

Foreign Language Requirement. No foreign language is required for the academic preparatory concentration.

Capstone Portfolio

Students will work with the Non-Thesis MA Coordinator to prepare a Capstone Portfolio consisting of three discrete components: a Capstone Project, a Paper/Project Revision, and a Reflection Essay. Once a student completes their Portfolio, they will present it in an oral defense before a panel consisting of the Non-Thesis MA Coordinator and members of an annually rotating Non-Thesis MA Review Committee, consisting of faculty in the Department of History.

Languages & Cultures - German (MA)

Second language learning and teaching are two of the major areas within Applied Linguistics that we specialize in here at Texas Tech. Our dedicated faculty conduct research on second language teaching and learning in many areas, including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammatical forms, reading, and writing. We do research on effective instruction for second languages, discourse and interaction in the second language classroom, and the processes of second language learning. Graduate students have opportunities to join with faculty in special research projects during their studies. Our graduates go on to advanced graduate programs in applied linguistics, foreign language, psychology, education, and media communications; and also become language teachers in high schools and colleges; language program directors; and language teacher trainers not only in the U.S. but in many other countries.

For information regarding the admissions process to CMLL, please do not hesitate to contact Carla Burrus , CMLL Graduate Program Coordinator. For program information, please contact Dr. Anita McChesney , CMLL German Graduate Advisor.

Romance Languages - French (MA)

The French MA Program at Texas Tech maintains a focus on literary studies and pedagogy while integrating a large scope of cultural material and a variety of theoretical frameworks. Courses are taught in the following areas: Medieval literature; 16th-, 17th-, 18th, 19th-, 20th-and 21st-Century literatures; French Civilization; Cinema; Literary Theory; Teaching Methods and Francophone literatures (African, Caribbean, Quebecois and French Immigrant literatures). It is a vibrant program that benefits from an experienced team of cross-disciplinary professors. Faculty members encourage intellectual inquiry and critical thinking through several collaborative endeavors.

The French Program at Texas Tech offers an intensive, hand-on, practical teaching methods course to our Graduate Part-Time Instructors and Teaching Assistants, thus assuring solid, communicative-based instruction in our undergraduate courses. It assures that all new instructors in our department receive training and practice in effective teaching.

MA students in French receive thorough training and constant guided supervision in their own teaching of lower-level French courses, thus assuring a high quality of instruction and practice. All applicants to the MA are encouraged to apply for a teaching assistantship and funding, which is allocated on a competitive basis.

The graduate advisor formulates a degree plan with respect to the interests of the student and availability of French faculty. MA students have the possibility to do a master's thesis in the following periods and areas: Medieval Studies, 16th Century, 17th Century, 18th Century, 19th Century, 20th Century, 21st Century, Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition, Francophone Literature, Literary Theory, and Cinema.

For information regarding the admissions process to CMLL, please do not hesitate to contact Carla Burrus, CMLL Graduate Program Coordinator. For program information, please contact Dr. Carole Edwards, French graduate recruiter.

Romance Languages - Spanish (MA)

The Spanish Graduate Program at Texas Tech University offers two MA tracks: one in Literature and Cultural Studies and one in Linguistics. The Literature and Cultural Studies track emphasizes the exploration of text production, distribution, and reception, both written and visual, focusing on critical theory and pedagogy. The Linguistics track provides advanced interdisciplinary training in three key areas: second-language acquisition and teaching methodologies; heritage language research and pedagogy; and sociolinguistics, bilingualism, and the study of Spanish in the U.S.

The Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures (CMLL) provides financial support to graduate students through assistantships and instructorships during the academic year (Fall-Spring). Eligible graduate students with a strong teaching record and completed online pedagogy training may also receive summer teaching assignments. The CMLL Chair oversees financial support offers, typically in the form of Teaching Assistantships (TA) or Graduate Part-Time Instructorships (GPTI). Top applicants are also considered for fellowship funding through the Graduate School. Once applications are complete, the Spanish and Portuguese program recruiter nominates students for additional funding opportunities.

Per university policy, MA students are eligible for two years of TA/GPTI support.

Dr. George Cole, Director of Spanish and Portuguese Graduate Studies, coordinates the Graduate Program, advising students on degree requirements and deadlines. He can be reached at george.cole@ttu.edu.

For further details, prospective students may contact the Spanish Graduate Recruiter, Dr. Susan Larson (susan.larson@ttu.edu). Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for Fall admission; the priority deadline for Fall applications is January 4th to ensure full consideration for Texas Tech University fellowship opportunities.

Curriculum & Instruction - Curriculum Studies & Teacher Education (MED)

Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed) with a concentration in CSTE is designed to meet the diverse needs of educational practitioners, curriculum development specialists, assessment and evaluation specialists, and those looking to start along the pathway toward educational research and a PhD degree. The M.Ed program requires 36 hours of graduate coursework with the possibility of 6 transfer hours applying. The requirements to apply for this program are:

• Resume.
• Writing Sample.
• Personal Statement.
• Letters of Recommendation.
• Unofficial Transcripts.

Environmental Toxicology (MS)

The Department of Environmental Toxicology offers a graduate program within the College of Arts and Sciences as well as fixed and variable credit courses for undergraduates. The courses are designed to provide undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about and conduct scientific research in environmental toxicology. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of environmental toxicology, prospective students should contact the Graduate Program Coordinator to discuss prerequisites and prior training. Generally, a strong background in the natural, physical, or health sciences will provide the necessary preparation. Students interested in pursuing a degree must complete the online application to the Graduate School. Interested students should contact faculty within the department.

The Department of Environmental Toxicology integrates the efforts of Texas Tech University, the School of Law, and the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in a joint venture to assess the impacts of toxic chemicals and other stressors on the natural environment. Attracting graduate students at both the master's and doctoral level, The Department of Environmental Toxicology includes faculty with backgrounds in biological sciences, medicine, epidemiology, biostatistics, engineering, chemistry, computer science, law, mathematics, pharmacology, physiology, and wildlife biology.

The M.S. program (36 hours) is composed of coursework emphasizing the principles of toxicology, the environmental fate of chemicals, statistical approaches to study design, data handling, and data analysis, and seminars in environmental toxicology. Supplemental coursework, research, and thesis hours are chosen by the student with the guidance of their committee, allowing for focus on the student's particular research emphasis. Students pursuing this degree must perform an original research project, prepare a written thesis, and defend the work in a public defense.

Environmental Toxicology Department Page: https://www.entx.ttu.edu/index.html

Environmental Toxicology (PhD)

The Department of Environmental Toxicology offers a graduate program within the College of Arts and Sciences as well as fixed and variable credit courses for undergraduates. The courses are designed to provide undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about and conduct scientific research in environmental toxicology. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of environmental toxicology, prospective students should contact the Graduate Program Coordinator to discuss prerequisites and prior training. Generally, a strong background in the natural, physical, or health sciences will provide the necessary preparation. Students interested in pursuing a degree must complete the online application to the Graduate School. Interested students should contact faculty within the department

The Department of Environmental Toxicology integrates the efforts of Texas Tech University, the School of Law, and the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in a joint venture to assess the impacts of toxic chemicals and other stressors on the natural environment. Attracting graduate students at both the master's and doctoral level, The Department of Environmental Toxicology includes faculty with backgrounds in biological sciences, medicine, epidemiology, biostatistics, engineering, chemistry, computer science, law, mathematics, pharmacology, physiology, and wildlife biology.

The Ph.D. program (72 hours) is composed of coursework emphasizing the principles of toxicology, the environmental fate of chemicals, statistical approaches to study design, data handling, and data analysis, and seminars in environmental toxicology. Supplemental coursework, research, and dissertation hours are chosen by the student with the guidance of their committee, allowing for focus on the student's particular research emphasis. Students pursuing this degree must perform an original research project, prepare a written dissertation, and defend the work in a public defense.

Environmental Toxicology Department Page: https://www.entx.ttu.edu/index.html

Environmental Toxicology (MS) & Law (JD) Dual

The Department of Environmental Toxicology and the Texas Tech School of Law provide students an opportunity to combine science and law in studying contemporary environmental and public health problems. A dual degree program in Environmental Toxicology is one way to enrich the environmental curriculum to the advantage of both law and graduate students. The dual degree candidate must choose to pursue both degrees by the end of the third or fourth semester in law school, and must meet admission requirements of the Graduate School and Environmental Toxicology. Typically, depending on the amount of leveling work required, both degree programs can be finished within four years, including summer session courses.

The dual J.D./M.S. in Environmental Toxicology degree is available to law students enrolled in law school who have met the GRE (LSAT) and other requirements for admission to the Graduate School and to the ENTX graduate program. Law students interested in the dual degree must apply to the ENTX program through the Graduate School application.

The first year of course work will be confined to the law school. Starting with the second year and summer sessions, a student may select among specific ENTX courses to satisfy a maximum of twelve (12) credit hours toward the J.D. degree. ENTX will give 12 hours of credit toward the M.S. in Environmental Toxicology degree for completion of specific J.D. degree courses which have been approved by ENTX faculty. The list of ENTX courses accepted for credit toward the dual degree may change, subject to law school approval, and any approved course must be graduate-level or require graduate-level work by enrolled law students. All ENTX or other non-law courses applied toward a dual degree must be approved either by the law faculty or the Office of the Dean before being taken by a law student for credit.

Forensic Science (MS)

The Master of Science in Forensic Science degree program emphasizes extensive learning in the scientific and laboratory skills necessary for application in a modern forensic laboratory. The program offers concentration focuses in areas of forensic investigation and includes exposure to the breadth of forensic disciplines, including the principles, practices, and contexts of science as they relate to specialized forensic topics. Note:This academic program requires previous completion of a Bachelor's degree.

The Forensic Science program is a 45-hour Master's of Science Program, with the option of completing a research thesis or a comprehensive written exam. For students choosing to complete a thesis, 39 hours of coursework plus 6 hours of thesis hours are required for graduation. For students choosing to complete an internship, 39 hours of coursework plus 6 hours of internship hours are required for graduation. Please note that program courses are located both on main campus and at the Institute for Forensic Science (located off-campus).

For more information, please contact Dr. Paola Prada

Arid Land Studies (MS)

*The Arid Land Studies program does not require any additional application materials.*

The Master of Science in Arid Land Studies (MSALS) is a unique interdisciplinary graduate program designed to prepare students for international, arid lands-oriented careers in natural resources, environmental issues, and economic and social factors.he interdisciplinary nature of this program is ideal for students who wish to expand their knowledge in different areas of study rather than specialize in a single discipline. The program must be related to sustainable use and management of drylands. MSALS students may choose the thesis option (24 hours of graduate coursework plus 6 hours of thesis and 6 hours of research credit) or the 36-hour non-thesis plan.

Students in the MSALS program choose three subject areas from the sciences and/or humanities that best suit their career goals. Common subject areas include (1) agricultural sciences and natural resources; (2) geosciences; and (3) water resources and environmental toxicology. No more than 12 credit hours may be taken within any single college except the College of Arts and Sciences.

For any program questions please contact: Jorge Salazar-Bravo

Competitive scholarships may be available.

Biotechnology (MS)

The master's program is a one-year (without research credit) and two-year (with research credit) program, administered by the Center for Biotechnology and Genomics as part of the Interdisciplinary Programs of the Graduate School of Texas Tech University, designed to prepare students for a career in biotechnology and/or bioinformatics. Students may pursue a one-year program (30 credits) or a two-year program (38 credits).

The one-year program (30 credits) provides opportunity for preparation for students who wish to pursue a career in the biotech sector but outside of bench-research. This is also designed for gap-year students who wish to enhance their graduate credentials on their way to professional degree programs such as medical school, veterinary school, dental school, nursing school, law school and business school. There is no research credit requirement in one-year program. The one-year program requires students to complete a capstone project and a comprehensive exam successfully at the graduating semester. The one-year program can be completed in two long semesters. The one-year program admits student in the fall and spring semesters.



The two-year program (research credits) is offered with two research concentrations: the concentrations in Life Sciences Research and the concentration in Bioinformatics Research. Both these research concentrations consist of a 21-month curriculum. Students take courses for a minimum of 20 credits in the first year, and a total of 18-24 credit hours during the summer sessions and the second year. The program is designed to train students in the most important techniques currently used in the biotechnology sector. In addition, the program provides excellent preparation for students wishing to go on and pursue a Ph.D. degree or MD (Ph.D.) degree after graduation. 

Students devote their first year to course work. This is comprised of a mixture of required core courses (lectures and laboratory) and selections from a broad spectrum of electives. The second year of the program involves practical training in a research environment. There are two options for students pursuing research concentrations in the second year of the program: thesis and internship. These are highly competitive options with many factors determining availability of and eligibility for these positions. Both these options involve intense (hands-on) practical training, with students choosing between an academic or industry internship or working toward an M.S. thesis.

Admission is open to students to all STEM discipline. An undergraduate degree in natural sciences with a sound background in biological sciences, and chemistry is highly preferable. A limited number of scholarships will be available at the start of the fall semester for outstanding first-year students. Students awarded these competitive scholarships will be eligible to pay tuition at the in-state rate.

The two-year program admits student in the fall semester only. There is no deadline for submission for application per se. However, applications received before March 1st have a better chance of consideration for financial support. International applicants are advised to apply before May 31 so that visa application can be processed timely.

Prospective students should include the following documents in their application.

Undergraduate transcripts

Three recent letters of recommendation (not more than six months old)

Statement of Purpose – a two-page long essay on why an applicant is interested in biotechnology, how his or her current and past education and experience are preparations for an MS degree in biotechnology, and why specifically, the TTU biotechnology program.

Writing Sample: a one-page, single-spaced, essay typed in 12 point, Times New Roman font, with one-inch margins, on the topic, "Biotechnology in the 21st Century."

The detail information about the program is available online at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/biotechnologyandgenomics/master/.

Biotechnology (MS) & Law (JD) Dual

The School of Law, in association with the Graduate School, offers a joint program leading to the degrees of Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) and Master of Science (M.S.) in Biotechnology. The dual-degree program is designed principally for the student with an interest in medical or agricultural areas of practice utilizing a knowledge of biotechnology in the practice of law.

The dual-degree candidate must choose to pursue both degrees by the end of the fourth semester in law school and must meet admission requirements for the second degree. Typically, if all prerequisites are met, both degree programs can be finished within four and one-half years, including summer sessions. The M.S. degree is offered through the Center for Biotechnology and Genomics. Students must apply to both the Law School and the Graduate School and be accepted by both schools. No graduate curriculum in this area can be pursued before entering Law School.

A candidate for the J.D./M.S. in Biotechnology may credit up to 12 non-law hours of approved courses toward the J.D. degree, and 12 law hours may be credited toward the M.S. degree. These transfers are of credit hours, not grades. Students must meet the admission requirements for both the Law School and Graduate School. 

Interdisciplinary Studies (MS)

Interdisciplinary Studies at Texas Tech University allows graduate students the freedom to design a degree that integrates areas and courses from the existing graduate colleges and programs. The purpose of this integration allows students to create a program that best fits their interests and career aspirations that might not be defined in a traditional disciplinary boundaries.

The Master of Science (MS) is for STEM areas (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics). Such areas include the College of Agriculture, Engineering, and some areas under the College of Arts and Sciences, such as Atmospheric Science, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Kinesiology (by availability), Forensic Science, and Geology-related areas.

The Master of Arts (MA) covers all other areas, including Education, Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities.

For more information about Self-designed programs, email us at inds.gradschool@ttu.edu.

Continuing Professional Educational Development

Continuing Professional Educational Development (CPED) status is designed to meet the needs of professionals such as engineers, certified public accountants, architects, social workers, teachers, and others who require continuing professional educational development. CPED students may take graduate courses but cannot receive a graduate certificate and/or degree unless they transfer into a certificate or degree program.

Please note that federal financial aid and/or departmental scholarships are NOT available to CPED students.

History (PhD)

About the History Doctoral Program

The Doctor of Philosophy in History Program requires sixty (60) hours of graduate coursework beyond the B.A./B.S. degree. At least thirty (30) of those hours must be taken at Texas Tech University.

Program Requirements

Doctoral students must choose one major geographic field and two minor geographic fields of study from among the following three fields: United States, Europe, and World. Students will complete thirty (30) hours of graduate coursework in their major geographic field and nine (9) hours of graduate coursework in each minor geographic field. At least three (3) hours of that coursework in each geographic field must be in historiography. In addition, all doctoral students must complete HIST 5304: The Nature of History, six (6) hours in HIST 6301: Research Methods Seminar, and three (3) hours of an elective HIST graduate course. Doctoral students are not allowed to take more than four (4) HIST 7000-level courses (12 semester credit hours) toward the degree requirements. 

Coursework

Students are required to complete 60 hours beyond the BA. 30 of those hours must be at TTU. Within the 60 hours, students must take the following:

• 30 hours in Geographic Major
  • (must include at least 3 hours of “historiography”)*
• 9 hours in Geographic Minor 1
  • (must include at least 3 hours of “historiography”)
• 9 hours in Geographic Minor 2
  • (must include at least 3 hours of “historiography”)
• 3 hours in 5304
• 6 hours of 6301 
• 3 hours of Elective HIST

Eligible historiography courses for each Geography:

• United States: HIST 6311, HIST 6312
• Europe: HIST 5305
• World: HIST 6307

*Students who choose “United States” as their Geographic Major must take both U.S. historiography courses, HIST 6311 and HIST 6312, and are not required to take 3 hours of an Elective HIST course.

Foreign Language

Proficiency in one foreign language is required of all candidates for the Ph.D. degree. Proficiency in a language is defined according to the following parameters:

• native speaker status as certified by the Graduate Studies Committee,
• attainment of a grade of C- or better in a fourth semester undergraduate course (in Texas numeration, the 2302 course),
• Attainment of a grade of B- or better in the accelerated graduate language course (one that is equivalent to two years of undergraduate language courses; in Texas numeration the 5341 and/or 5342 course),
• Other class work equivalent to the above, OR
• Demonstration of an equivalent level of competency through an approved exam (administered by the Department of Classical and Modern Language and Literature, by an approved outside agency, or by a scholar with demonstrable experience in the language in question) or by some other means acceptable to the Graduate Studies Committee, the Department, and the Graduate School.

Qualifying Examination

Doctoral students who have finished their required graduate coursework in history (and in an outside minor field if they select one) are required to take a qualifying examination in four select fields of study. All graduate coursework should normally be completed in the semester prior to the exam. In the qualifying examination, the student is expected to demonstrate a very high level of factual knowledge, an insight into problems of meaning and interpretation, and a command of the historiography and literature of the fields selected. The qualifying exam consists of two separate steps: written examinations and an oral examination. For the written portion, a student will be examined in four fields of study aligned with their research interests and in preparation for their dissertation. The four fields are comprised of:

• Field 1: Geographic Major Emphasis 1
• Field 2: Geographic Major Emphasis 2
• Field 3: Geographic Minor
• Field 4: Thematic

Geographic Fields

Modern United States (1877-present)

Early United States (to 1877)

Modern Africa

Modern Asia

Colonial Latin America

Modern Latin America

Medieval Europe

Early Modern Europe Modern

Europe World History (minor geographic field only)

Thematic Fields

State & Nation Building

Borderlands

Globalization

Urbanization

Economic & Business

Sports & Recreation

Religion

Science, Medicine & Technology

Environmental

Memory & Memorialization

Comparative Imperialisms

Diaspora & Immigration

Genocide & Ethnic Cleansing

Propaganda, Rhetoric, & Ideologies

Indigenous Peoples

Gender & Sexuality

Labor & Working-Class Studies

Race & Ethnicity

War & Diplomacy

Politics

Atlantic World

Cultural Theory/Studies

U.S. West

Dissertation

After completion of the comprehensive exams, doctoral students will complete a dissertation. The Ph.D. dissertation should represent a contribution to the discipline, either as a reevaluation of a subject or as an original contribution to knowledge. It should demonstrate a high-level command of research techniques and the ability to organize materials and present them clearly. The chairperson of the student's dissertation committee is primarily responsible for directing the research and writing of the dissertation, with the other members acting in an advisory capacity. A defense of the dissertation is held after the committee has approved the final working draft.

Hospitality, Tourism, & Retail Management (PhD)

HTRM Ph.D. Objectives and Outcomes

The HTRM doctoral degree prepares you for faculty positions in higher education, as well as leadership positions in the industry.

Our Ph.D. program provides a foundation for your career by providing you with opportunities to:

• Showcase your academic talent and success. You will get recognition for your work through independent research that culminates in journal publications and conference presentations.
• Work with accomplished faculty. Texas Tech's HRM faculty includes content experts with widespread academic and industry connections.
• Develop a global perspective. Our Ph.D. program draws students and faculty from all over the world, including Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
• Become an outstanding teacher. Texas Tech's Ph.D. program stands out for its educator training. You will get advanced teaching experience as part of your doctoral education, with strong mentorship from seasoned faculty who have many years of teaching experience.

The Doctor of Philosophy in HTRM degree requires a minimum of 72 hours in core courses (18), required courses (9), statistics courses (12), cognate/elective courses (21) and dissertation credit hours (12).

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Hospitality & Retail Management (MS)

Texas Tech's hospitality business and retail management master's program is designed to develop working professionals who have extensive knowledge of the industry.

The master's degree in hospitality and retail management offers two flexible career tracks.

The Professional Option is tailored to equip you for the professional hospitality or retail industry. This non-thesis track provides a practical business focus, emphasizing core business principles within the hotel, restaurant, and fashion merchandising industries. You will tackle real-world case studies, using actual data to investigate current trends and challenges in the industry.

The Research Option offers superior preparation for a Ph.D. program, or as an industry analyst, college instructor, or researcher. You will conduct independent research and write a master's thesis to document your findings.

Regardless of which specialization you choose, you will work with outstanding faculty who have many years of experience in hospitality and retail management.

Family & Consumer Sciences Education (MS)- No Teacher Certification

The M.S. degree program is designed to prepare students for advancement in Family and Consumer Sciences Education careers. The thesis option (36 semester credit hours)requires 15 hrs. in FCSE, 3 hrs. in statistics, 2 hrs. of FCSE seminar, 9 hrs.of electives, 1 hr. of FCSE research and 6 hrs. of thesis research.

The non-thesis option(36 semester credit hours) requires 21 hrs. in FCSE, 2 hrs. of FCSE seminar, 12hrs. of electives, 1 hr. of FCSE research. A comprehensive portfolio is required to complete the program.

Students in either thesis or non-thesis options select additional elective courses, based on individual needs, and may complete a minor if desired.

Admission to the Master's degree program is based on undergraduate academic record, career goals, letters of recommendations, and other information relevant to the applicant's ability to do graduate work.

The Family and Consumer Sciences master's degree is open to licensed teachers who seek to improve their credentials, and to bachelor's degree holders who have not yet earned a teaching license.

Teacher certification coursework can be included in the master's degree coursework. Students seeking teacher certification must meet all the requirements in Texas, which may include additional content courses in the teaching specialization, testing, and other requirements. Prior to admission,students will be required to develop a certification plan based on the Texas standards for initial teacher certification.

The nation faces a shortage of family and consumer science teachers, and an even greater shortage of qualified leaders. You can help to close the leadership gap by earning a master's degree from Texas Tech. With this degree, you will be qualified to:

• Develop family and consumer sciences curriculum
• Teach FCS related dual-credit courses
• Train and supervise teachers, extension agents, and other educators
• Perform evaluations and assessments
• Collaborate with community leaders to promote family and consumer sciences programs

Family & Consumer Sciences Education (PhD)

Become a Leader in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Research

Texas Tech University offers the nation's only Family and Consumer Sciences Education Ph.D. program.

The demand for advanced educators in family and consumer sciences education continues to grow. You can help to meet this need by earning a doctoral degree from Texas Tech.

Our Ph.D. program in Family and Consumer Sciences Education will provide you with the training and qualifications you need for a faculty position. The degree can serve as the foundation for alternative career paths such as extension education, nonprofit leadership, educational research, public policy, and academic publishing.

Academic requirements for the family and consumer sciences Ph.D. program include:

• 60 credit hours of coursework and 12 hours of dissertation

60 hours include:

• 21-hour specialization in family and consumer sciences education
• 15-hour research component
• 18-hour emphasis designed to address professional goals
• 6-hours of electives

Admission is based on graduate and undergraduate records, professional recommendations, and additional considerations. A master's degree is required for admission to the doctoral program.

The doctoral degree can be completed on the Lubbock campus or at a distance. All students are required to complete a two-day, face-to-face orientation on the Lubbock campus at the start of their programs. Distance students are also required to take their qualification examinations on campus and present an oral defense of their dissertation on campus. 

For more information about the Family and Consumer Sciences Education doctoral degree

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Atmospheric Science (MS)

The Master's degree in atmospheric science provides the student with a comprehensive treatment of the dynamics describing the current and future atmospheric state using theory, observations, and numerical modeling.

For more information about the program visit our admissions and advising page at:

 http://www.depts.ttu.edu/geosciences/atmo/academics/grad_advising.php

Geosciences (MS)

Requirements for the master's degree in geosciences include completion of a minimum of 24 hours of graduate coursework in geology, geophysics, or related fields and 6 hours of thesis credit. The degree requires a total of 36 hours of graduate course credits.

For more information please visit our advising page at: geosciences.ttu.edu/geo_grad_advising.php

Civil Engineering - Geotechnical (MS)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report, which includes an Internship; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Structures (MS)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report, which includes an Internship; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Transportation (MS)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report, which includes an Internship; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Graduate Temporary Nondegree

A Graduate Temporary student is considered a temporary non-degree graduate student and may enroll for no more than 12 hours. All GTMP students should be aware that completion of courses as a GTMP does not ensure that the student will be accepted into a degree program, nor does it ensure that any courses taken while enrolled as a GTMP will be accepted for credit if the student is subsequently accepted into a degree program. 

Please note that GTMP students are NOT eligible for financial aid.

Post-graduate Nondegree (Undergraduate classes only)

The PGRD category is for students who have earned an undergraduate degree and desire to take only undergraduate courses, typically for leveling purposes. In this status, a student may register indefinitely as a non-degree graduate student but cannot be appointed to teaching assistantships or research assistantships, nor are they eligible to receive an undergraduate degree from Texas Tech University while registered as a PGRD student. Students in this category may not register for graduate courses. 

There are no additional application requirements for this program. 

Please note that PGRD students are NOT eligible for financial aid.

Cross-Cultural Studies Certificate

The Online Graduate Certificate in Cross-Cultural Studies (12 cr) is designed to provide fundamental competences on multicultural and international/transnational issues affecting diverse populations as well as core principles of human development and socio-political change from a global perspective. This graduate certificate aims to enhance cross-cultural knowledge, skills, leadership, and competencies for professionals and students in traditional and non-traditional career paths seeking to enhance their professional expertise to serve diverse populations.

• HDFS 5353 Issues/Research-HDFS: Foundations in Cross Cultural Studies
• HDFS 5353 Issues/Research-HDFS: Cross-Cultural Research Methods
• Elective (HDFS 5353 Problems in HDFS: Contemporary Issues: Understanding Normative Behavior in Diverse Populations)
• HDFS 5311 Problems in HDFS: Independent Study

Contact: Dr. Elizabeth Trejos, Associate Professor / Graduate Program Director, elizabeth.trejos@ttu.edu

STEM Leadership Communication Certificate

This online graduate certificate in STEM Leadership Communications is designed for scientists, technicians, engineers, and health care professionals who seek to acquire the crucial communication mindsets and skill sets that will enable them to achieve leadership positions in their industries and organizations. There are three (3) required courses and students select one additional course from an approved list of electives. 

Certificate Requirements (12 hours total)

• Three required core courses (3 credits each):
  • COMS 5314: Professional Communication in Health, Science, and Technology
  • MCOM 5324: Audience/Data Analysis and Reporting
  • MCOM 5350: STEM Leadership Communication Capstone Course
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• One elective course (3 credits):
  • COMS 5302: Intercultural Communication
  • MCOM 5316: Communication in Organizations
  • COMS 5313: Theories of Persuasion
  • MCOM 5364: Research Methods
  • MCOM 5318: Advanced Social Media Practice
  • MCOM 5326: Risk Communication/Management
  • MCOM 5332: Special Topics in Strategic Communication
  • MCOM 5334: Interpersonal Communication
  • MCOM 6310: Contemporary Issues in Communications Technology

Natural Resources Management (PSM)

Contacts for the National Resources Management program:

Dr. Richard Stevens

richard.stevens@ttu.edu

806-834-6843

Rachel Montoya

Rachel.Montoya@ttu.edu

806-834-1284

Darla Anderson

darlande@ttu.edu

806-834-2137

Charitable Financial Planning Certificate

The 12-hour Graduate Certificate in Charitable Financial Planning is intended for those who wish to develop a specialty in the area of planned giving, including complex techniques involving private foundations, charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts, donor-advised funds, life insurance, and remainder interests. Students also will review and discuss the latest academic research on charitable giving motivations and fundraising strategies.

Youth Program Management & Evaluation Certificate

The 13-hour Graduate Certificate in Youth Program Management and Evaluation is designed to prepare professionals who are either working directly with adolescents and young adults or are involved in education and research related to youth. Few graduate programs exist that focus solely on the second decade of life. The certificate is designed to assist youth professionals to develop and apply resources for successful implementation and management of youth-serving organizations. The program addresses the need for advanced education based on research and policy for optimal youth outcomes through a strengths-based curriculum. This certificate is available only through enrollment in Great Plains IDEA. The program requires one foundations course and four electives from the following topics:

• Administration and Program
• Adolescents and Their Families
• Community Youth Development
• Contemporary Youth Issues
• Grant Development and Management
• Program Design, Evaluation and Implementation
• Youth in Cultural Contexts
• Youth Development
• Youth Policy
• Youth Professionals as Consumers of Research

Contact: Dr. Monica Martin, Graduate Program Director - Monica.J.Martin@ttu.edu

Gerontology Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology is a 15-hour inter-institutional program offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (GPIDEA), a consortium of six universities. The program is designed to prepare professionals who are either working directly with older people or are involved in education or research related to aging adults. All the courses are web-based and are comprised of 6 hours of core courses (Perspectives in Gerontology and Adult Development) and 9 hours of electives offered by universities participating in Great Plains IDEA. Course prefix and number will vary according to the institution. Visit www.gpidea.org for more information.

Contact: Dr. Monica Martin, Graduate Program Director - Monica.J.Martin@ttu.edu

Youth Development Specialist Certificate

The 13-hour Graduate Certificate in Youth Development is designed to assist youth professionals to train individuals in the second decade of life with the skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood. The target audience is professionals who are either working directly with adolescents and young adults or are involved in education and research related to youth. This certificate is available only through enrollment in Great Plains IDEA. The program addresses the need for advanced education in youth issues and does so through a strengths-based curriculum and requires one foundations course and four electives from among the following topics:

• Adolescents and Their Families
• Community Youth Development
• Contemporary Youth Issues
• Youth in Cultural Contexts
• Youth Development
• Youth Policy

Contact: Dr. Ali Luempert - Ali.J.Luempert@ttu.edu

Industrial Engineering (MS)

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM), the Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Engineering Management programs prepare competent industrial engineers and engineering managers for industry, consulting, university teaching and research.

With the counsel of a graduate advisor, students are expected to design individualized academic programs. The master's level programs consist of two options: (1) a 30-hour thesis option, including 6 credit hours of thesis research, and (2) a 30-hour non-thesis option. The course selection may include a minor in an area outside industrial engineering. The doctoral program requires a minimum of 60 hours of coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, which may include up to 15 hours constituting a minor area. At least 12 hours of doctoral dissertation enrollment are also required for the doctoral degree. Transfer credits from a master's degree program are determined by a graduate advisor.

Master's and Ph.D. programs incorporate courses taken in each of the five specialty areas below.

• Engineering Management:Systems theory, decision theory, industrial cost analysis, advanced engineering economics, performance improvement in organizations, project management, and productivity management.
• Ergonomics and Human Factors Engineering:Occupational biomechanics, work physiology, industrial ergonomics, environmental hygiene, cognitive engineering, human performance, human computer interaction, and occupational safety.
• Manufacturing and Quality Assurance:Manufacturing engineering and design, computer integrated manufacturing/CAD/CAM, process analysis and economics, automated manufacturing and process planning, programmable control systems.
• Operations Research:Simulation modeling, scheduling and sequencing, just-in-time production systems, inventory and production control, linear and nonlinear programming, network analysis, artificial intelligence and expert system.
• Statistics and Quality Assurance:Design of experiments, statistical data analysis, reliability and maintainability, on-line and off-line quality assurance, and total quality assurance.

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), the Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM) and the Ph.D. in Systems and Engineering Management (Ph.D. SYEM) programs are offered both on campus and by distance education and are designed to prepare graduates for positions in technical management. Details regarding admission and degree requirements are available from the department.

Systems & Engineering Management (MSI)

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM), the Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Engineering Management programs prepare competent industrial engineers and engineering managers for industry, consulting, university teaching and research.

With the counsel of a graduate advisor, students are expected to design individualized academic programs. The master's level programs consist of two options: (1) a 30-hour thesis option, including 6 credit hours of thesis research, and (2) a 30-hour non-thesis option. The course selection may include a minor in an area outside industrial engineering. The doctoral program requires a minimum of 60 hours of coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, which may include up to 15 hours constituting a minor area. At least 12 hours of doctoral dissertation enrollment are also required for the doctoral degree. Transfer credits from a master's degree program are determined by a graduate advisor.

Master's and Ph.D. programs incorporate courses taken in each of the five specialty areas below.

• Engineering Management:Systems theory, decision theory, industrial cost analysis, advanced engineering economics, performance improvement in organizations, project management, and productivity management.
• Ergonomics and Human Factors Engineering:Occupational biomechanics, work physiology, industrial ergonomics, environmental hygiene, cognitive engineering, human performance, human computer interaction, and occupational safety.
• Manufacturing and Quality Assurance:Manufacturing engineering and design, computer integrated manufacturing/CAD/CAM, process analysis and economics, automated manufacturing and process planning, programmable control systems.
• Operations Research:Simulation modeling, scheduling and sequencing, just-in-time production systems, inventory and production control, linear and nonlinear programming, network analysis, artificial intelligence and expert system.
• Statistics and Quality Assurance:Design of experiments, statistical data analysis, reliability and maintainability, on-line and off-line quality assurance, and total quality assurance.

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), the Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM) and the Ph.D. in Systems and Engineering Management (Ph.D. SYEM) programs are offered both on campus and by distance education and are designed to prepare graduates for positions in technical management. Details regarding admission and degree requirements are available from the department.

Only those completed applications received for fall or summer semester applicants by January 15 and for spring semester by June 15 are guaranteed consideration for admission and financial assistance.

Civil Engineering - Water Resources (MS)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report, which includes an Internship; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Water Resources (PhD)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Transportation (PhD)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Structures (PhD)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Geotechnical (PhD)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Civil Engineering - Construction Engineering (PhD)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Music Education (PhD)

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Composition (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree includes four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project. 

For most degree programs, apersonal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies (PhD)

Texas Tech's Ph.D. program in Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies (ADRS) is one of the only programs of its kind in the country. The addiction studies doctoral degree is designed to produce graduates that will excel in academic, government, and private sector careers while fulfilling the increasing need for addiction recovery scientists.

Music - Performance - Oboe (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Saxophone (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Trombone (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Cello (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Clarinet (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Industrial Engineering (PhD)

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM), the Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Engineering Management programs prepare competent industrial engineers and engineering managers for industry, consulting, university teaching and research.

With the counsel of a graduate advisor, students are expected to design individualized academic programs. The master's level programs consist of two options: (1) a 30-hour thesis option, including 6 credit hours of thesis research, and (2) a 30-hour non-thesis option. The course selection may include a minor in an area outside industrial engineering. The doctoral program requires a minimum of 60 hours of coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, which may include up to 15 hours constituting a minor area. At least 12 hours of doctoral dissertation enrollment are also required for the doctoral degree. Transfer credits from a master's degree program are determined by a graduate advisor.

Master's and Ph.D. programs incorporate courses taken in each of the five specialty areas below.

• Engineering Management:Systems theory, decision theory, industrial cost analysis, advanced engineering economics, performance improvement in organizations, project management, and productivity management.
• Ergonomics and Human Factors Engineering:Occupational biomechanics, work physiology, industrial ergonomics, environmental hygiene, cognitive engineering, human performance, human computer interaction, and occupational safety.
• Manufacturing and Quality Assurance:Manufacturing engineering and design, computer integrated manufacturing/CAD/CAM, process analysis and economics, automated manufacturing and process planning, programmable control systems.
• Operations Research:Simulation modeling, scheduling and sequencing, just-in-time production systems, inventory and production control, linear and nonlinear programming, network analysis, artificial intelligence and expert system.
• Statistics and Quality Assurance:Design of experiments, statistical data analysis, reliability and maintainability, on-line and off-line quality assurance, and total quality assurance.

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), the Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM) and the Ph.D. in Systems and Engineering Management (Ph.D. SYEM) programs are offered both on campus and by distance education and are designed to prepare graduates for positions in technical management. Details regarding admission and degree requirements are available from the department.

Systems & Engineering Management (PhD)

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM), the Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Engineering Management programs prepare competent industrial engineers and engineering managers for industry, consulting, university teaching and research.

With the counsel of a graduate advisor, students are expected to design individualized academic programs. The master's level programs consist of two options: (1) a 30-hour thesis option, including 6 credit hours of thesis research, and (2) a 30-hour non-thesis option. The course selection may include a minor in an area outside industrial engineering. The doctoral program requires a minimum of 60 hours of coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, which may include up to 15 hours constituting a minor area. At least 12 hours of doctoral dissertation enrollment are also required for the doctoral degree. Transfer credits from a master's degree program are determined by a graduate advisor.

Master's and Ph.D. programs incorporate courses taken in each of the five specialty areas below.

• Engineering Management: Systems theory, decision theory, industrial cost analysis, advanced engineering economics, performance improvement in organizations, project management, and productivity management.
• Ergonomics and Human Factors Engineering: Occupational biomechanics, work physiology, industrial ergonomics, environmental hygiene, cognitive engineering, human performance, human computer interaction, and occupational safety.
• Manufacturing and Quality Assurance: Manufacturing engineering and design, computer integrated manufacturing/CAD/CAM, process analysis and economics, automated manufacturing and process planning, programmable control systems.
• Operations Research: Simulation modeling, scheduling and sequencing, just-in-time production systems, inventory and production control, linear and nonlinear programming, network analysis, artificial intelligence and expert system.
• Statistics and Quality Assurance: Design of experiments, statistical data analysis, reliability and maintainability, on-line and off-line quality assurance, and total quality assurance.

The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (M.S.I.E.), the Master of Science in Systems and Engineering Management (M.S.SYEM) and the Ph.D. in Systems and Engineering Management (Ph.D. SYEM) programs are offered both on campus and by distance education and are designed to prepare graduates for positions in technical management. Details regarding admission and degree requirements are available from the department.

This program is available as either fully online or hybrid. Please visit with the program for more information.

Sport Management (MS) - On-Campus

The Master of Science in Sport Management provides advanced study in management theories, principles, and research about the sport industry. The Master of Science in Sport Management consists of 30 hours of coursework. Students will have the option of completing the degree face-to-face OR via online delivery using a cohort model. Students MUST pick which method of delivery they wish prior to apply and must remain in the program into which they were admitted.

Dual Degrees:

The School of Law, in association with the Graduate School, offers a program that enables a student to earn both the Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) and Master of Science in Sport Management (M.S.) degrees in three years of academic work through face-to-face courses.

The Graduate School in association with the Rawls College of Business Administration and Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management offers an online dual-degree program that enables a student to earn both the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in Sport Management (MS) degrees in two years of concentrated study.

Couple, Marriage & Family Therapy (MS)

Texas Tech's Master's Degree in Couple, Marriage and Family Therapy provides you with superior preparation for doctoral studies or professional certification as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. You will work with experienced educators and leading practitioners in couple, marriage and family therapy, earning a master's degree that qualifies you for advanced responsibilities in marriage counseling, family therapy, couples therapy, addiction recovery, and other areas of mental health treatment.

Texas Tech's couple, marriage and family therapy master's degree has an especially strong clinical focus. Our campus-based Family Therapy Clinic serves couples, families, and individuals, providing you with opportunities to conduct therapy and counseling sessions under the guidance of faculty.

The couple, marriage and family therapy master's program includes a unique focus in the treatment of addictions. Our faculty work in partnership with the Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies department, offering specialized training to prepare you for certification as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.

Who Are We Looking For?

Master's Degree Program

Students entering the program have a wide range of academic backgrounds. They not only come from all over the United States, but the world. This diversity facilitates growth and fosters understanding.

Texas Tech, as well as the Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy program, is committed to the principle that in no aspect shall there be differences in the treatment of persons or discrimination with regard to the recruitment, admission, codes of conduct, hiring, retention, or dismissal of students, faculty, and supervisors or other relevant educators and/or staff on the basis of race, age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, relationship status, gender identity, socioeconomic status, disability, health status, religion and spiritual beliefs and/or affiliation, and/or national origin.

For more information about the Master's Program in Couple, Marriage and Family Therapy

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Exercise Physiology (PhD)

This program's unique focus on health disparities, such as cardiovascular disease and obesity, will help address preventable disease and associated chronic disparities by helping individuals of all ages optimize their health. The 60-semester credit hour program will include a 18-hour exercise physiology core, six one-hour exercise physiology seminars, extensive mentored research experiences in laboratories, and 12 dissertation hours to produce a publishable dissertation. For more information see http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ksm/

Manufacturing Engineering (MS)

The Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering (M.S.Mfg.E) is a degree program designed to strengthen knowledge and marketable skills applicable to the successful development of advanced, biomedical and sustainable manufacturing. The program requires students to complete a minimum of 30 credit hours with both thesis and non-thesis options.

For more information, please see the program description in the TTU Catalog.

Music - Pedagogy - Piano (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

The MM - Pedagogy program requires all applicants to submit a curriculum vitae, personal statement, and writing sample, as well as a sample teaching video. Please upload performance videos in the “Optional Materials” section.



You will also be prompted for the names and email addresses of three evaluators who will complete a letter of recommendation for you. These individuals will receive an automated request from the TTU admissions system.

Dance Studies (MA)

The Master of Arts in Theatre Arts requires a minimum of 36 semester hours beyond the baccalaureate. Completion of the M.A. degree requires a thesis and a final exam.

The emphasis of the online Master of Arts in Dance Studies at Texas Tech University is to prepare the dance educator for teaching and scholarship. This program offers investigation into a range of disciplinary practices and includes in-depth study of dance histories, arts advocacy, pedagogies, and critical reading and writing. Students also investigate movement practices in the contexts of choreography, anatomy and kinesiology, somatics, and collaboration. Completion of a written thesis or thesis project in a specialized area is required. The online Master of Arts in Dance Studies requires a minimum of 36 semester hours of graduate-level course requirements, normally constituting a three-year course of study. The program is designed for working professionals who are encouraged to complete one online course each fall and spring in addition to a full load of online coursework during the Summer semesters. It is expected that accepted students will have an undergraduate degree in dance or will have experience in dance (e.g., professional performance, choreography, training, and/or criticism) substantial enough to adequately prepare them for the required curriculum.

Upon completion of this degree, students will be able to:

• Engage in rigorous investigation of dance in diverse artistic, cultural, and educational contexts
• Synthesize and demonstrate the creative, physical, and intellectual skills needed to research, write about, discuss, teach, and practice dance at the graduate level
• Distinguish and analyze individual areas of interest relative to the student's professional goals in the form of a thesis project

For questions regarding program requirements, please contact Abigail Wright at abigail.wright@ttu.edu. 

Music - Performance - Bass (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Bassoon (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Harp (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Voice (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Euphonium (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Flute (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Violin (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Conducting - Choral (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project. 

Couple, Marriage, & Family Therapy (PhD)

Texas Tech University's Ph.D. program in Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy provides you with superior training in clinical practice and research methodology.

You will develop the expertise to conduct high-quality research, offer advanced family counseling services, and teach at the university level. Graduates of our couple, marriage, and family therapy Ph.D. program have an excellent record of success in the academic job market, earning faculty positions at universities and colleges throughout the United States.

Widely known for its supportive culture and rigorous academics, our Ph.D. program enjoys a strong reputation for professionalism and high standards of scholarship. The program excels for its:

• Strong clinical focus. You will get extensive first-hand experience in Texas Tech's campus based-Family Therapy Clinic, leading therapy sessions for couples, families, and individuals. Experienced faculty therapists will supervise your work and offer guidance, mentorship, and instruction.
• Professional preparation. Our Ph.D. graduates have achieved a 100 percent success rate on professional licensure examinations for several years in a row.
• Exceptional faculty. Texas Tech has the nation's largest graduate-level faculty in couple, marriage, and family therapy. You will work with nationally prominent researchers and highly experienced practitioners.
• Collaborative culture. Our program has a highly interdisciplinary approach that promotes personal and professional growth. You will have opportunities to work alongside peer researchers in addiction sciences, neurobiology, education, childhood development, and other fields.

Communication - Mass Communication (MA)

The Master of Arts in Mass Communications degree is designed to prepare students to enter the communications industry or to continue studies toward a Doctor of Philosophy degree. Depending upon courses selected, graduate students are prepared for careers or advanced study in the fields of media (journalism, publishing, and electronic communications), advertising, public relations, and related fields. The program is offered on-campus, online or through a combination of modalities.

Master of Arts students are offered two curriculum options: a traditional research-based thesis program or a professional non-thesis program. All programs are 30 credit hours. The thesis program requires 24 hours of coursework and a minimum of 6 hours of thesis credit. The thesis is comprehensive original research and typically takes a full summer or regular semester to complete. Coursework must include three required courses: MCOM 5366, MCOM 5364, and MCOM 5374.

The professional non-thesis program includes coursework that concludes with a capstone final project course. This course will be taken in the student's final semester and will require a practicum/ internship, portfolio, directed readings, or an applied research project. The sports media option is a concentration within the professional program. A typical curriculum in this concentration includes not only coursework but also an internship in sport and media.

For application, GRE is not required.

Contact: mary.s.norman@ttu.edu

Communication - Strategic Communication and Innovation (MA)

The online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and Innovation degree is a 30-hour program designed for communication professionals who are ready for the next step in their respective careers. There is a strong focus on strategic communication efforts in an ever-growing global and digital society. Students are required to complete nine courses (27 hours) and a final project (3 hours), all of which are offered exclusively online. Enrollment is open year-round so that students may start in the semester most convenient for them. In addition, students can determine how many courses they take per semester, based on their personal and professional schedules. 

Students may substitute other CoMC graduate classes for two electives with approval from Associate Dean Callison

Contact: Dr. Mary Norman (mary.s.norman@ttu.edu)

Media & Communication (PhD)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Media and Communication degree is designed to prepare students for careers in communications research and academia. Doctoral study includes coursework in theory and research about communication processes and effects. Completion of the Doctor of Philosophy degree requires 87 hours of graduate study beyond the baccalaureate degree or 60 hours beyond the Master of Arts degree, including 12 hours dedicated to a traditional research-based dissertation.

The Ph.D. in Media and Communication at Texas Tech focuses on the integration of different approaches to the study of media and communication. While coursework is broadly focused on media and communication, students may concentrate in the areas of advertising, communication studies, electronic media, journalism or public relations. Each student is required to acquire at least some background in all areas of media and communication.

Mathematics (MS)

Students seeking an advanced degree in mathematics should consult with the graduate advisor of the department before enrolling in any courses.The department offers a number of graduate degree options and are as follows: Non-Thesis Portfolio, Non-Thesis Exam Option, Non-Thesis Report Option, and Thesis Option. 

For more information visit our graduate advising and program information page at:  math.ttu.edu/Graduate/grad_program.shtml  

Music - Performance - Trumpet (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Viola (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Conducting - Orchestral (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project. 

Music - Performance - Horn (DMA)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Biotechnology Certificate

The 12-hour Graduate Certification in Biotechnology is suitable for individuals who need short-term education and training to join the biotechnology workforce or enhance their career prospects with specialized training. The applicant should have an undergraduate degree in any subjects in natural science.

Required Course: (9 Credits)

• BTEC 6301: Introduction to Biotechnology
• BTEC 5338: Methods in Biotechnology
• BTEC 5322: Bioinformatics Methods and Applications

Elective Course: (3 Credits)

• BTEC 5333: Advanced Bioinformatics
• BTEC 5311: Protein Engineering
• BTEC 5312: Gene Expression Analysis
• BTEC 5313: Experimental Mass Spectrometry in Biotechnology

Contact: Dr. Jatindra Nath Tripathy, Jatindra.n.tripathy@ttu.edu Phone: (806) 834 1837

Curriculum & Instruction - Personalized Learning Methods (MED)

This program includes job-embedded, hands-on, and personalized assignments that are meant to support teachers, leaders, and instructional coaches with blended and personalized learning. Additionally, students will receive a rigorous and practical set of knowledge and skills in curriculum design, pedagogy, and assessment.

The Program Requirements are: 

• Unofficial Transcripts 
• Resume
• Writing Sample
• Personal Statement
• Letters of recommendation

Counselor Education - School Counselor (MED)

The Counselor Education program was founded to prepare professional counselors who are knowledgeable in counseling theories and techniques and who can implement both theories and techniques into successful counseling practice, who are committed to respecting diversity among all people, and who ascribe to the highest levels of professionalism and ethical standards and practice.

The Counseling programs at TTU are nationally accredited by CACREP (Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs), and they are the only programs west of Dallas and east of Albuquerque with CACREP accreditation.

The 48-hour MEd program in School Counseling includes the required coursework and is designed to prepare students for certification by the State of Texas as a School Counselor.

Coursework for the Counselor Education master's programs is in a rotation that begins in the fall semester. Any admissions outside of the fall semester will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  More information may be found at the Counselor Education website http://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/psychology-and-leadership/counselor_education/  or by emailing counselinginquiries.educ@ttu.edu.

Counselor Education - Clinical Mental Health (MED)

The Counselor Education program was founded to prepare professional counselors who are knowledgeable in counseling theories and techniques and who can implement both theories and techniques into successful counseling practice, who are committed to respecting diversity among all people, and who ascribe to the highest levels of professionalism and ethical standards and practice.

The Counseling programs at TTU are nationally accredited by CACREP (Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs), and they are the only programs west of Dallas and east of Albuquerque with CACREP accreditation.

The 60-hour MEd program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling includes the required coursework and is designed to prepare students for licensure by the Texas Board of Professional Counselors (Licensed Professional Counselor€”LPC)) and certification by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC).

Coursework for the Counselor Education master's programs is in a rotation that begins in the fall semester. Therefore, even though the program may admit in other semesters, it is suggested that you begin your master's work in the fall semester.

http://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/psychology-and-leadership/counselor_education/

counselinginquiries.educ@ttu.edu

Educational Psychology - School Psychology (MED)

The Educational Psychology M.Ed. at Texas Tech University, combined with the School Psychology Certificate, prepares students for evidence-based practice and to critically evaluate these practices to ensure effective outcomes for their clients.

The School Psychology course sequence is comprised of 57 hours of coursework. Students must also complete 3 semester credit hours of internship, which supports a 1200-hour internship placement, prior to graduation for a total of 60 hours. All requirements must be completed to be eligible for licensure and/or certification as a licensed specialist in school psychology (LSSP). Students are strongly encouraged to follow the course sequence as School Psychology-specific courses will only be taught in designated semesters. Due to this, prospective students are encouraged to apply for Fall admission, but Spring and Summer will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For more details on this program, please visit http://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/psychology-and-leadership/educational_psychology_med_school_psychology.php.

Personalized Learning Methods Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Personalized Learning Methods is designed to give practitioners hands-on knowledge around the following topics: blended learning/personalized learning (BL/PL) foundations; data literacy and data-drive instruction; fostering student agency; creating community connections and collaborations; creating multiple pathways to mastery; and promoting competency-based learning. Graduates of this competency-based program will have significant experience in teaching in BL/PL contexts, using BL/PL pedagogical strategies, peer-coaching, and critically using technology to enable better BL/PL learning and teaching.

Contact: Heather Greenhalgh-Spencer, 806.834.5132,heather.greenhalgh-spencer@ttu.edu

Sensory Impairment & Autism Spectrum Disorders Certificate

The 15-hour Graduate Certificate in Sensory Impairment and Autism Spectrum Disorder provides graduate students with specialized knowledge and strategies to use with the growing population of students with autism who also have a sensory impairment (visual impairment, hearing impairment, or deafblindness). This certificate can be undertaken during a master's or post-baccalaureate certification program or as a stand-alone certificate. Contact: Dr. Nora Griffin-Shirley, 806.834.0025  n.griffin-shirley@ttu.edu

Please choose this delivery option if you live inside of the state of Texas.  You should choose the delivery option "Online (outside Texas)€� if you live in a state other than Texas.      

All-Level Orientation & Mobility Teaching Certificate

The College of Education is transforming the way educators will impact our future by implementing intensive clinical experiences, incorporating video technology and focusing on student learning. The College of Education is the sole teacher certification office for Texas Tech University. Students interested in teaching Elementary School, Middle School or High School Science are housed in the College of Education.

Agricultural Communications (MS)

The Master of Science in Agricultural Communications is designed to prepare graduates for entry into or advancement in a variety of mass media, marketing, and public relations positions. This program also provides development of professional communications skills for related careers in agribusiness, government service, education, and extension. The Master's degree program in agricultural communications provides a flexible program,which can be tailored to meet each student's unique situation.

This program is available on-campus or via distance. typically takes four semesters to complete. The Master of Science in Agricultural Communications requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate course work for the thesis option and 36 semester hours of graduate course work for the non-thesis option (see the detailed curriculum).

Agricultural Education (MS)

The Master of Science in Agricultural Education is designed to prepare graduates for teaching, research, extension, leadership, and administrative positions in the public and private sectors. The on-campus program typically takes four semesters to complete. Students in the Master's program focus on a core of agricultural education courses along with an emphasis in designing educational/training programs, professional presentation enhancement, leadership development, teaching/training methods, and interpersonal communication.

The Master of Science in Agricultural Education requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate course work for the thesis option and 36 semester hours of graduate course work for the non-thesis option (see the detailed curriculum here). This degree specialization also allows students to complete the requirements of teacher certification while completing their Master's degree program (if needed).

Agricultural Communications & Education (PhD)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Communications and Education is a resident degree designed to prepare students for a future career as a faculty member. The program provides an opportunity for advance study in the human dimensions of agriculture (agricultural communications, agricultural education, & agricultural leadership) to meet the growing demand for college and university faculty who can provide instruction in more than one dimension.

This degree program requires a minimum of 48 semester hours of graduate coursework along with the development of a dissertation (12 hours) beyond a master's degree (total of 60 hours post-master's degree).  See the detailed curriculum .

Each doctoral candidate is expected to demonstrate competency by satisfactorily completing (1) a comprehensive written examination, (2) a dissertation that demonstrates original, independent scholarship, (3) a final oral examination, and (4) a minimum of ten outside-of-course experiences in the various human dimensions of agriculture including, but not limited to, teaching, communications, extension, international, and research.

Data Science (MS) - On-Campus

This one-year STEM-designated program consists of 12 courses. Students will learn how to use advanced technologies to manipulate big data, utilize rigorous statistical methods to interpret the data, and obtain the business skills necessary to translate their understanding into actionable organizational strategies. Summer Entry only!

Contact

Cy Cawthron (Advisor): information about the program as well as eligibility and application questions 806.834.1069

Finance (MS)

The Master of Science in Finance equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the many fields of finance, including corporate finance, security analysis and valuation, investment management, commercial and investment banking, real estate analysis and investment, and many others. Students who do not have a finance background may be required to take appropriate leveling courses.

Please list your full post-secondary academic history in the Education History section of the application. You will at minimum need to upload your unofficial or scanned copies of your original transcripts from degree-awarded programs. If you are a current TTU student and/or have access to your Raiderlink profile, please upload your unofficial TTU transcript from Raiderlink as a pdf file (print as a pdf to save).

Program Deadlines

February 15th - Deadline for International applicants

May 1st - Deadline for Domestic applicants

Contact

Whitnie Hill (Advisor): eligibility questions and information about the program 806.834.1275

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Accounting - Tax (MSA)

The 36-hour M.S.A. program is designed to prepare graduates for professional careers in the practice of accounting. Concentrations are available in auditing/financial reporting and taxation. Graduates are prepared for professional service in a variety of fields.

Contact: 806.742.3181 | Rawlsgrad@ttu.edu

Business Administration - Accounting (PhD)

The academic accounting field is characterized by rapid change and increasing integration of accounting with other disciplines including economics, finance, management and statistics. The doctoral program offered by the School of Accounting is designed to train students to conduct interesting and timely empirical research, and to prepare them for successful academic 

Contact

Dr. Gary Fleischman (Advisor): eligibility questions and information about the program 806.834.7869

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806-742-3184

Business Administration (MBA) & Law (JD) Dual

Graduates with a dual JD/MBA have the flexibility to work at the intersection of both public and private sectors. Students can complete both degrees in three years. Twelve hours of approved Law courses are counted as elective credit toward the MBA degree. Texas Tech Law School acceptance is required prior to applying to the Dual JD/MBA program.

Contact

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Chemical Engineering (MS)

Program: Chemical Engineering, M.S.Che.E. - Texas Tech University - Acalog ACMS„¢

The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering is a structured program requiring CHE 5310, CHE 5312, CHE 5321, CHE 5323, and CHE 5343.

The graduate student will be required to take one additional chemical engineering course and at least two other courses as specified by his or her advisory committee. A written thesis and a minimum of 24 hours of graduate-level coursework, exclusive of thesis, are required for the master's degree. In addition, a final oral exam in defense of the completed thesis will be administered by the candidate's thesis committee.

Non-Thesis Option. The master's program may also be completed without a thesis. Entry into the non-thesis option must be approved by the departmental graduate committee. Graduate students in this nonthesis option are required to take 36 credit hours of graduate coursework, and must pass a comprehensive examination. The coursework for each student must meet approval of the department's graduate committee. Students must obtain approval from the department before registering for required graduate courses.

Chemical Engineering (PhD)

In addition to the five core courses and to regulations established by the Graduate School, applicants for candidacy for the doctor's degree are required to demonstrate high proficiency in a single research area. Certification of the research proficiency will be based on a record of accomplished research that demonstrates the required level of competence in the research area. The record must be substantiated by published articles, final research reports, and papers presented at meetings of learned societies. Ph.D. students are required to have 60 hours, exclusive of dissertation hours.

Chemistry (MS)

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers a Master’s degree in Chemistry with research specializations in the traditional fields of Chemistry and Biochemistry, as well as many interdisciplinary areas.

For US Citizens and Permanent Residents, the application deadlines are as follows:

• For Fall semesters: April 1
• For Spring semesters: October 1

For International Students, the application deadlines are as follows:

• For Fall semesters: March 1
• For Spring semesters: September 1

For more information visit our prospective graduate student page at: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/chemistry/Graduate/prospective.php

Letter of Recommendation Requirements

The Chemistry department does NOT accept recommendation letters uploaded from applicants. All letters of recommendation must be sent directly from the referees. All recommendation letters must also be physically signed and on official letterhead. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure your recommenders understand these instructions. Failure to comply with these requirements and directions can result in rejection from the program. Falsification of any required documentation will result in the voiding of your application or other disciplinary action.

Music - Music Theory (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

Music Education (MME)

The Master of Music Education degree may be attained with a 30-hour program that includes a thesis or a 36-hour program without a thesis.

Music - Musicology (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

Music - Piano Pedagogy (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project.

The DMA - Piano Pedagogy program requires all applicants to submit a curriculum vitae, personal statement, and writing sample, as well as a sample teaching video. Please upload performance videos in the “Optional Materials” section.

You will also be prompted for the names and email addresses of two evaluators who will complete a letter of recommendation for you. These individuals will receive an automated request from the TTU admissions system.

Nutrition & Dietetics (MS)

Texas Tech University's online Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics is specifically designed only for students who will be completing a dietetic internship or for those who are currently Registered Dietitians/Nutritionists.

The flexibility of this online degree program allows you to earn your MS degree in dietetics through distance education without interrupting your family and work responsibilities.

The online Master's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics stands out for its practice-based or work-centered design. This distance learning focus will increase the necessary knowledge and skills needed in nutrition and dietetics practice areas.

For more information about the Online Master's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Request Information Online

Nutritional Sciences (MS) - On-Campus

Earn a Nutritional Sciences Master's Degree In a Supportive Environment

Texas Tech encourages nutritional sciences master's degree students to address practical challenges. You will have the opportunity to focus your master's degree studies on any aspect of nutritional sciences that interests you. Students and faculty in our nutritional sciences master's degree program have conducted research on:

• Obesity
• Community nutrition
• International nutrition
• Food insecurity
• Nanomedicine
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes
• Nutritional biochemistry
• Drug development
• Behavioral influences on nutrition and diet

In addition, our nutritional sciences master's degree program offers extensive clinical experience. You will get direct, first-hand interaction with patients and clients, advocating for personal choices, public policies, and agency programs that support healthy nutrition throughout the population. This experience will not only strengthen your resume, but also sharpen your communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and proficiency for teamwork to help you excel as a researcher, clinician, or educator.

Nutritional Sciences (PhD)

Establish strong research credentials in our Nutritional Sciences Ph.D. program.

Nutritional science has emerged as a significant research topic in health sciences, social services, and public policy. The Texas Tech University Nutritional Sciences Ph.D. program integrates these multiple disciplines effectively.

Texas Tech supports an impressive breadth of nutritional sciences research projects, in areas such as:

• Obesity
• Community nutrition
• International nutrition
• Food insecurity
• Nutritional biochemistry
• Drug development
• Behavioral influences on nutrition and diet

Minimal Nutritional Sciences entrance requirements for PhD applicants at Texas Tech University

• English Language Proficiency Scores for international students that are acceptable by the Texas Tech Graduate School.
• The student must meet certain minimum science competencies in biochemistry and mammalian physiology. The following courses or equivalent, passed with a "C" or better are prerequisites for admission to the graduate program: ZOOL 2402 Human Anatomy and Physiology , NS 3402 Survey of Biochemistry, and NS 4320 Nutritional Biochemistry. A beginning level of competency in statistics and computer literacy is required.
• Applications for admission to the Nutritional Sciences PhD program will be forwarded from the Graduate School to the Nutritional Sciences department. Graduate Adviser applications will be reviewed by a majority of the graduate faculty. The final admission decision will be made by the Graduate Adviser based upon the Nutritional Sciences graduate faculty recommendations.

For more information about the Nutritional Sciences Ph.D. program

Request Information Online

Agricultural Education (EDD)

The Doctor of Education in Agricultural Education degree program is designed to develop independent and critical thinking. Emphasis is placed on selecting courses and experiences that lead to a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of agricultural education and/or agricultural communications, a supporting field, and methods of research and statistics. The Ed.D. program requires a minimum of 64 semester hours of graduate coursework beyond the master's degree along with the development of a dissertation. More details are explained provided here: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/aged/grad/distance/doc.php

Agribusiness (MAB)

This graduate program is available as an Online Only degree or as a Face-to-Face degree. Please choose which option best suits your needs.

Designed to meet the growing need for agribusiness professionals with advanced conceptual and quantitative training. The degree program provides a unique blend of analytical and business capability from both the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics and the Rawls College of Business.

For those attending at the University, please be aware that there are NO research assistantships offered for this program, as there is no research involved.

We do not accept recommendation letters from applicants. They must come directly from your referees, and must be signed. Incomplete letters sent will cause delays in processing.

Falsification of any of the required documentation will void any admission and/or failure to comply with all of these requirements and directions for applying to this program can result in rejection from the program.

Agricultural & Applied Economics (MS)

We offer a Master of Science (M.S.) degree with thesis and non-thesis options. Both options are also available under the Accelerated Bachelor’s-to-Master’s (150 hour) degree programs (available only for current undergrads in our college).

The M.S. degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics provides training in economic theory and methods of analysis, with an emphasis on addressing applied economic problems. Students who select the thesis option are expected to demonstrate competency as economic analysts by completing a thesis, which is a work of original research. The non-thesis option requires more coursework than the thesis option. Considerable flexibility is incorporated into the non-thesis option so that the student can focus elective courses in an area of concentration of their choosing.

We do not accept recommendation letters from applicants. They must come directly from your referees, and must be signed. Incomplete letters sent will cause delays in processing.

Falsification of any of the required documentation will void any admission and/or failure to comply with all of these requirements and directions for applying to this program can result in rejection from the program.

Agricultural & Applied Economics (PhD)

New Ph.D. students will generally only be allowed to begin their program in Fall, without specific permission from the department. Ph.D. students transferring in credits from other institutions may in rare cases be allowed to start in Spring or Summer with the approval of the Graduate Coordinator. Such students will be required to take the comprehensive exams at the end of the academic year in which they are admitted into the PhD program. This comprehensive exam is only held in Summer. Please apply for Spring only if you have secured permission from the Graduate Coordinator of the department.

The doctoral program in agricultural and applied economics requires a minimum of 72 credit hours of coursework beyond the baccalaureate degree including at least 12 credit hours for dissertation. The program is designed to develop a broad-based competence in advanced economic theory, techniques of quantitative analysis, and public administration of agricultural and economic issues. Two options are offered for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in the agricultural and applied economics program. The first option allows graduate students to select a minor of their choice in business administration, finance, mathematics, public administration, statistics, sociology, or other possible areas of study. The program has been designed to take advantage of the strengths of the department and areas of interest to students. The second option allows graduate students to select a minor in personal financial planning, a joint Ph.D. program between the department and the College of Human Sciences. Completion of the doctoral program in agricultural and applied economics with a minor in personal financial planning qualifies graduates to take a test administered by the Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards to become Certified Financial Planners.

Each Ph.D. candidate is expected to demonstrate competency by satisfactorily completing (1) a comprehensive written examination in each specialty field chosen, (2) a dissertation research project that demonstrates original independent scholarly research, and (3) a final oral exam.

We do not accept recommendation letters from applicants. They must come directly from your referees, and must be signed. Incomplete letters sent will cause delays in processing.

Falsification of any of the required documentation will void any admission and/or failure to comply with all of these requirements and directions for applying to this program can result in rejection from the program.

Horticulture Science (MS)

The Master of Science in Horticulture degree program is designed specifcally to meet the needs of today's working professional. Horticulture is the application of basic scientific information to the growing and use of edible (fruits, nuts, and  vegetables) and ornamental plants (annual and perennial flowers and woody plants). Today's horticulture  students focus on the challenges and practices of genetics and breeding, propagation, biotechnology, production, management, handling and storage, marketing, and use of horticultural plants. 

This non-thesis degree program requires a minimum of 36 semester hours of graduate coursework and is considered a terminal degree. A maximum of six hours of coursework from another institution may be evaluated for transfer to Texas Tech University. Students must take the last 6 semester credit through Texas Tech University. An oral exam is required during the graduating semester.

Business Administration - Finance (PhD)

The Texas Tech University Ph.D. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance prepares doctoral students to become highly-proficient in all of these facets within their area of specialization. The program's primary objective is to train doctoral students to be academic scholars and for a career in university teaching, research and publication of original research.

We accept students in the fall semester only. The deadline for admission is May 1st for both domestic and international students; however, the Rawls College will start considering completed applications beginning the previous fall semester. Therefore students are encouraged to apply as soon as they can to maximize their chances of admittance and to have access to the broadest range of funding opportunities.

Contact

Dr. Brett Myers: eligibility questions and information about the program 806.834.5274

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Business Administration - Management (PhD)

The Ph.D. in Business Administration with a concentration in Management at the Rawls College of Business prides itself on taking a collaborative approach to education by fostering a positive and inclusive learning community that values diverse and innovative thoughts. The faculty is committed to helping each Ph.D. student become a researcher capable of conducting and publishing original research in the top-tier of the profession.

Contact

Dr. Diana Hechavarria (Coordinator): eligibility questions and information about the program 806.834.4702

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Civil Engineering - Construction Engineering (MS)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report, which includes an Internship; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Music - Performance - Saxophone (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Music - Performance - Trombone (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Agricultural Communications - Agricultural Leadership (MS)

The Master of Science in Agricultural Communications is designed to prepare graduates for entry into or advancement in a variety of mass media, marketing, and public relations positions. This program also provides development of professional communications skills for related careers in agribusiness, government service, education, and extension. The Master's degree program in agricultural communications provides a flexible program,which can be tailored to meet each student's unique situation.

This program (available on-campus and online) typically takes four semesters to complete. The Master of Science in Agricultural Communications requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate course work for the thesis option and 36 semester hours of graduate course work for the non-thesis option (see the detailed curriculum).

Biotechnology - Bioinformatics Research (MS)

From fall 2018, the Master of Science in Biotechnology is offered both a non-research based (30 hours), which can be completed in one year, and a two-year research-intensive program (38 hours).

The MS in Biotechnology is a two-year program, with the first two semesters consisting of required and elective coursework. The second year (nine to 12 months) is devoted to research (and possibly additional advanced coursework). Students may satisfy the research requirement in either of two ways: (1) complete an M.S. thesis, based on research carried out in the laboratory of a participating faculty member, or (2) complete a non-thesis internship in a research laboratory on campus, an industrial research laboratory, a government laboratory, or a not-for-profit foundation laboratory. Students who select a non-thesis option must pass a comprehensive final exam during their fourth (or final) semester. Options should be carefully discussed with the director and/or graduate advisor  Dr. Jatindra Tripathy

Students interested in the program should have an undergraduate degree that provides a sound background in biological sciences, preferably from a molecular perspective. A limited number of scholarships will be available at the start of the fall semester for outstanding first-year students. Students awarded these competitive scholarships will be eligible to pay tuition at the in-state rate.

Biotechnology - Life Science Research (MS)

From fall 2018, the Master of Science in Biotechnology is offered both a non-research based (30 hours), which can be completed in one year, and a two-year research-intensive program (38 hours).

The MS in Biotechnology is a two-year program, with the first two semesters consisting of required and elective coursework. The second year (nine to 12 months) is devoted to research (and possibly additional advanced coursework). Students may satisfy the research requirement in either of two ways: (1) complete an M.S. thesis, based on research carried out in the laboratory of a participating faculty member, or (2) complete a non-thesis internship in a research laboratory on campus, an industrial research laboratory, a government laboratory, or a not-for-profit foundation laboratory. Students who select a non-thesis option must pass a comprehensive final exam during their fourth (or final) semester. Options should be carefully discussed with the director and/or graduate advisor  Dr. Jatindra Tripathy

Students interested in the program should have an undergraduate degree that provides a sound background in biological sciences, preferably from a molecular perspective. A limited number of scholarships will be available at the start of the fall semester for outstanding first-year students. Students awarded these competitive scholarships will be eligible to pay tuition at the in-state rate.

Kinesiology - Human Performance (MS)

The Master of Science in Kinesiology provides advanced study in Human Performance. This degree requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate courses and provides thesis and non-thesis options. The thesis option requires successful completion of a research project culminating in a thesis and its defense, which comprises 6 of the 36 hours. The non-thesis option requires 36 hours of coursework, along with passing of a comprehensive evaluation. Each student will have a faculty advisor with whom the planned course of study must be developed.

Personal Financial Planning (MS) - On-Campus

The non-thesis master's degree in personal financial planning requires a minimum of 36 hours. Appropriate leveling coursework may be required. 

With Our Personal Financial Planning Master's Degree, You'll Stand Out in a Growing Profession

• Asset and wealth management
• Insurance
• Tax planning
• Financial counseling
• Charitable Giving
• Risk management
• Retirement
• Estate and retirement planning
• Financial law
• Business Practices and Entrepreneurship

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Personal Financial Planning (PhD)

Texas Tech's Ph.D. program is the first Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning

The doctoral degree requires a minimum of 60 semester hours of graduate work beyond the bachelor's degree, exclusive of credit for the dissertation which is an additional 12 credits. Following the completion of introductory skills, methods, theory, and statistics coursework, a qualifying examination for admission to candidacy for the Ph.D. degree will be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Graduate School. 

Classes are taught on the Texas Tech campus with an online-only option available. The PhD program is designated for Fall semester entry only.

Admission to the Ph.D. program is based on a comprehensive review of information rather than any single factor. Decisions are based on a review of the following criteria:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
• GPA from undergraduate and any graduate degree programs
• GRE, GMAT, or LSAT scores (not required)
• TOEFL scores (international students only)
• Official transcripts
• One letter of recommendation is required, but up to three are accepted

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Personal Financial Planning (MS) & Law (JD) Dual

The Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning (PFP)/Doctor of Jurisprudence is designed principally for the student who wishes to supplement his or her legal training with a broad understanding of personal financial planning issues. This combination is particularly helpful to students intending to practice in financial areas such as taxation, estate planning, structured settlements, compliance, trust administration, and advanced planning for ultra-high net worth clients.

The PFP degree satisfies the education requirement for students wishing to sit for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam. A student may complete both degrees with 104 hours of law and financial planning courses.

Classes are taught on the Texas Tech campus and are not offered in an online format.

With Our Personal Financial Planning Master's Degree, You'll Stand Out in a Growing Profession

• Asset and wealth management
• Insurance
• Tax planning
• Financial counseling
• Charitable Giving
• Risk management
• Retirement
• Estate and retirement planning
• Financial law
• Business Practices and Entrepreneurship

For more information about the Personal Financial Planning Master's Degree

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Petroleum Engineering (MS)

The Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering offers two options: the thesis option and the non-thesis option:

Thesis Option

The department graduate advisor will meet, advise, and approve courses for the degree each semester. In addition to the written thesis, the candidate's thesis committee will administer a final oral exam/defense of the completed thesis. This thesis option requires a minimum of 30 credit hours comprised of 24 hours of coursework and 6 hours of PETR 6000 (thesis), and a minimum of 3 hours of PETR 5121 is required (seminar during the first three long semesters).

Non-Thesis Option

The graduate program for a non-thesis master's candidate is specifically tailored for that candidate's educational background, industry experience, and individual interest. For the non-thesis program, a final comprehensive examination is required by the department and the Graduate School. The policy governing the comprehensive examination is available with the departmental graduate advisor. Comprehensive examinations are given only after the graduate dean has admitted the students to candidacy. The non-thesis option requires a minimum of 33 credit hours comprised of 27 hours of coursework and 6 hours of PETR 6001 (report). PETR 5121 is required (seminar during the first three long semesters).

Petroleum Engineering (PhD)

The objectives of the Ph.D. program are to provide students opportunities to reach a critical understanding of the basic scientific and engineering principles underlying their fields of interest and to cultivate their ability to apply these principles creatively through advanced methods of analysis, research, and synthesis.

The Ph.D. degree is awarded primarily on the basis of research. Applicants for the doctoral degree must have a degree in engineering disciplines and must meet the approval of the department's graduate committee. Students majoring in this department for a doctoral degree must take the qualifying examinations by the second long semester of enrollment. These qualifying examinations consist of two parts. The first part is based on the undergraduate curriculum and concerns the following four areas of petroleum engineering: production, drilling, reservoir engineering, and formation evaluation. Students will have only two chances to take and successfully pass the first part of the qualifying exam. If students do not pass the qualifying exam by the second attempt, the student will be removed from the program.  The second part of the qualifying examination is an oral defense of the dissertation proposal.

In addition to regulations established by the Graduate School, applicants for candidacy for the doctor's degree are required to complete a minimum of 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor of science degree in petroleum engineering comprised of 60 hours of coursework (which may include up to 12 hours of 7000-level research) and 12 hours of PETR 8000 (dissertation). During their coursework, students are required to demonstrate high proficiency in one of the four areas mentioned above. The coursework of each student must also meet any additional recommendation of the student's dissertation committee.

Other requirements such as the rules and guidelines for constituting M.S. and Ph.D. graduate committees, are detailed in the department M.S. and Ph.D. manuals. The graduate advisor determines course content and transferrable hours from any previous Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering programs. No more than 24 hours can be transferred. Transfer equivalencies must be approved by the Graduate Program Committee or graduate advisor during the first semester of enrollment.

The department has no specific foreign language requirement (but a foreign language for the Ph.D. degree can be specified at the discretion of the student's dissertation advisor). Research tools are included as an integral part of the degree program in the minor or major courses of each student. Additional information may be obtained from the departmental program advisor. The graduate faculty advisor, who is in contact with the graduate faculty, will be the final decision maker when matters require. 

Public Administration (MPA) & Law (JD) Dual

The Department of Political Science, in association with the School of Law, offers a program which enables the student to earn both the J.D. and M.P.A. degrees in approximately four years of full-time study. Both degrees can be completed with 102 hours of public administration and law courses (plus 6 hours of internship) instead of the 129 hours plus internship required if pursued separately. The application must be made and approved by both the School of Law and the Graduate School. No student may complete the M.P.A. program in less than 12 months.

Public Administration (MPA)

The Master of Public Administration program is designed to provide students with the highest quality education in preparation for careers or advancement of careers and in public, nonprofit, and healthcare organizations. The program stresses the acquisition of academic theory and practical skill to foster an ethical and enduring commitment to public service values of serving the public interest with accountability and transparency; serving professionally with competence, efficiency and objectivity; acting ethically to uphold the public trust; and demonstrating respect, equity and fairness in dealings with the public and fellow workers.

The program provides students with a public service perspective to do the following:

• Lead and manage organizations
• Understand and contribute to public policy
• Critically analyze policies, programs, problems, and issues and make pertinent recommendations
• Communicate effectively in oral and written discourse with a diverse and changing workforce and public.

Applicants to the M.P. A. program should complete the Graduate School application process and submit two letters of reference.

The M.P.A. degree is a non-thesis program that requires 39 hours of in-class coursework and a 3-hour internship. Of these hours, 21 are specified as core curriculum and must be completed by all students. The remaining hours are courses that are grouped as a combination of courses in a concentration and, as determined by the advisor, electives. The 3-hour internship can be substituted for in-service students with substantial public service work experience. In order to complete the required 42 hours, students who receive such approval will have a choice of submitting a report integrating their previous experience with the study of public administration or taking a 3-hour elective. There are no foreign language or thesis requirements. M.P. A. students must develop their courses of study in consultation with the department's M.P. A. director. Terminal M.P.A. graduate students are required to complete, submit, and orally present a degree portfolio at the conclusion of their degree program.

Courses are scheduled so that the M.P. A. degree may be obtained in evening study.

Psychology - Experimental (MA)

The Experimental Psychology PhD program encompasses Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience, Human Factors, and Social Psychology.

This Ph.D. program also offers a terminal master's degree (M.A.) option in experimental psychology and a combined B.A.-M.A. option with a concentration in one of the concentration areas of experimental psychology, human factors. The doctoral program typically takes four to five years of full-time study, and the terminal master's program typically takes two years of full-time study. Graduate students in the human factors concentration frequently complete an approved internship, often for one to two semesters, at an appropriate agency (e.g., federal or state agency, consulting company, engineering group, high-tech business, transportation agency, healthcare facility, military base). The concentration areas available in the experimental psychology graduate program at the master's and doctoral levels are cognition and cognitive neuroscience, human factors, and social psychology. Extensive details regarding a typical curriculum in each of the concentration areas of experimental psychology are available online at www.psychology.ttu.edu. The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society accredits the experimental psychology graduate program with a concentration in human factors (Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, P.O. Box 1369, Santa Monica, CA 90406-1369 USA). A doctoral degree in psychology has some variance in the required total hours because of such factors as the differences between doctoral psychology programs, diversity of student interests, range of academic backgrounds, and other practical issues. Doctoral students in psychology at Texas Tech typically earn approximately 90-120 credit hours of required coursework in their graduate program before successfully completing their doctoral degree. In addition, other doctoral program requirements must be completed successfully before the doctoral degree is awarded. The doctoral program in experimental psychology does admit a few students for terminal master's degrees in experimental psychology, although the majority of students in this program are admitted for the doctoral program in experimental psychology. Doctoral students also complete requirements for a master's in experimental psychology as they pursue their doctorate in three concentration areas: cognition and cognitive neuroscience, human factors, and social psychology. The human factors concentration is also available in a combined B.A.-M.A. version in which the bachelor's degree is awarded in psychology and the master's degree is awarded in experimental psychology with a concentration in human factors. All the doctoral programs in psychology require courses specific to their own specialty, along with more general psychology courses that are department-wide requirements for graduate students, such as research methods, statistics, and some of the psychological bases of behavior (e.g., biological, cognitive, developmental, social, and historical bases of behavior). All doctoral students are required to complete a second-year research project or its equivalent (e.g., an empirical master's thesis), doctoral qualifying exams specific to each doctoral program in the department, and a dissertation. Students in the human factors concentration within experimental psychology also complete numerous practicum courses and an approved internship. Interdisciplinary study with other relevant and cooperating departments/colleges on campus is also available. For example, some psychology doctoral students take elective human sciences courses such as child and adolescent development. Doctoral students with a human factors concentration in experimental psychology may choose engineering topics such as industrial, organizational, and computer engineering. Application instructions and forms for psychology are available at www.psychology.ttu.edu. Deadline for receipt of the complete application for the experimental psychology doctoral program is December 15. Many graduate courses in psychology and all graduate courses in psychology with a practicum component are limited to full-time graduate students who are officially admitted and enrolled in one of the psychology degree graduate programs. Full-time graduate students from other degree programs must get written permission from the instructor before enrolling in a psychology graduate course.

Psychology - Clinical (PhD)

The Clinical Psychology Program (CPP) at Texas Tech has been accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1972. We emphasize training in research training in a variety of fields within psychology, including faculty with emphases that include both adult and child/adolescent populations. The CPP also emphasizes evidence-based clinical work, and we recognize that graduate students have a variety of career aspirations that may evolve during the course of their graduate training. Thus, we believe that the combination of training in both clinical adult and clinical child/adolescent psychology is a strength of our program that prepares our graduates for a wide array of career opportunities.

In addition to adhering to the scientist-practitioner model, the CPP also operates under a mentorship model of training. Thus, it is very important that students have research interests that are similar to our faculty given that individual CPP faculty make offers to prospective graduate students. That is, each student is admitted to a particular lab with a faculty mentor, in addition to being admitted to the Clinical Psychology Program (and the Graduate School). Thus, it is essential that prospective students evaluate the degree to which our program's training model, and the research interests of at least one of our CPP faculty members, align with their own goals for graduate education.

The Clinical faculty take a holistic approach to reviewing applications. Information related to academic achievement (overall GPA, Psychology GPA, and last 60-hours GPA), research and applied/volunteer experiences, letters of recommendation, a personal statement that describe goals and interests, and overall match are a few of the factors that are used to evaluate applications. Consistent with the American Psychological Association, the Clinical faculty are committed to recruiting, educating, and retaining graduate students from various backgrounds.

Psychology - Counseling (PhD)

Thank you for your interest in our APA-accredited doctoral program in counseling psychology. We ascribe to a scientist-practitioner training model that emphasizes training in both research and clinical skills, with a commitment to fostering an appreciation of multicultural diversity. Our program uses a mentoring model in which we try to match incoming students with a particular faculty member with whom they will work closely during their time here. Therefore, the match between students and faculty is very important in our admissions decisions. After you browse some of the information about our department, we encourage you to get in touch directly with individual faculty members to ask specific questions about their current research and to share you own interests.

This Ph.D. program typically requires five to six years of full-time study, including an approved one-year internship at an appropriate training agency (e.g., approved university counseling center, community mental health center, hospital, outpatient clinic, correctional facility, healthcare system, psychological-services consortium). Extensive details regarding a typical curriculum are available in the program handbook, which is online at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/psy/counseling/. Students may elect to earn an optional master's degree in psychology during their pursuit of the doctoral degree. Deadline for applying to the program is December 1st of each year for the next academic year.

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Plant & Soil Science (PhD)

The doctoral program in Plant and Soil Science requires 60 semester hours of graduate coursework beyond the baccalaureate degree and 12 dissertation hours, totaling 72 hours. Doctoral students can specialize in crop protection, crop science, fibers and biopolymers, horticulture, and soil science. The specialization should be chosen at the time of the preliminary examination. If the preliminary examination for admission to doctoral studies reveals weaknesses in the student's subject matter background, the student may be required to take remedial courses designated by the graduate faculty of the department. The student's advisory committee will make recommendations concerning language requirements and basic work in other sciences.

A Ph.D. candidate in the department is required to take written and oral comprehensive qualifying examinations prepared and conducted by the graduate committee. The purpose of these examinations is to determine whether or not a candidate possesses a depth of knowledge in their area of specialization, a breadth of knowledge in supporting areas, understanding of the scientific method, and the ability to communicate knowledge in an organized and scholarly manner.

Research, teaching, and scholarship stipends are often awarded to qualified applicants. Nonresident tuition is often waived with the award. Students having this support have special responsibilities in research and/or teaching.

Wildlife, Aquatic, & Wildlands Science Management (PhD)

Those interested in pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in the Department of Natural Resources Management should consult with Dr. Mark Wallace (mark.wallace@ttu.edu), the department chairperson, and/or Dr. Richard Stevens (richard.stevens@ttu.edu) prior to enrolling for any course.

Doctoral candidates may specialize in grazing management, range improvement, range animal nutrition, fire ecology, plant ecology, plant physiology, wildlife habitat management, big game ecology, upland game ecology, fisheries, or wetland ecology and management.

Attainment of a Ph.D. brings the expectation that the individual can serve as a faculty member or research scientist. Therefore, the Ph.D. candidate is generally involved in generation of original ideas, proposal writing, and funding negotiations.

The Ph.D. student must show considerable command of the scientific literature, creativity at hypothesis formation, skill at research design, the ability to solve a problem, and competence in data analysis. The major professor and graduate advisory committee do not solve the details but serve as advisors and critics to give the student a taste of the peer review system used in science. The outcome is judged on its originality and contribution to science and whether it is substantial enough to merit publication.

The doctoral graduate program is directed by a major professor and a graduate advisory committee. The major professor chairs the graduate committee. The major professor and student work closely together on all aspects of the student's graduate degree program. PhD students undergo a preliminary assessment (oral or written or both), define an original research problem, and write a detailed proposal. The proposal should consist of a title, a statement of the problem and rationale forgathering original research data, a statement of objectives including hypotheses to be tested, a review of the literature, and a detailed description of the design, data analysis, and procedures of the study.

Ph.D. students are required to complete from 60 to 80 hours (exclusive of dissertation NRM 8000 credits) beyond the B.S. with at least 15 hours from outside the Department. Only classes numbered above 5000 are acceptable for graduate credit. All Ph.D. students must complete one semester of teaching practicum (NRM 7210) and at least 1 experimental design class. No more than 6 hours of credit will be given for independent study (600X) or research (7000) classes.

Ph.D. candidates are also required to take a set of written (and possibly oral) comprehensive examinations prepared and conducted by the graduate committee. The purpose of these examinations is to determine whether or not a candidate possesses a depth of knowledge in their area of specialization, a breadth of knowledge in supporting areas, an understanding of the scientific method, and the ability to communicate knowledge in an organized and scholarly manner.

Landscape Architecture (MLA)

The landscape architecture program vision is to advance the discipline of landscape architecture through innovative learning, research, and service activities. First professional B.L.A. and M.L.A. degrees are accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB). Student learning outcomes are coordinated throughout the curriculum, and in each semester to develop creative leaders ready for professional licensure and practice in the public or private sector. The graduate program specializes in semi-arid landscapes, while engaging design and planning issues critical to a sustainable, resilient, adaptable earth and its growing urban populations.

The Master of Landscape Architecture program offers both first professional and post-professional degree options vital to the Department's vision to advance the discipline of landscape architecture. The first professional LAAB-accredited degree program is designed to accommodate students who do not have a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (B.L.A.) or related design degree but who wish to become licensed landscape architects. Post-professional students, who already have a B.L.A. or related design/planning degree, develop a specialization in the discipline, and/or prepare to enter an academic career in landscape architecture. Faculty advisors assist students in their development of a specific program of study to meet their goals and satisfy university and LAAB requirements. 

First professional M.L.A. students begin with a sequential curriculum of leveling courses (up to 36 credit hours) focused on student learning outcomes aimed at competencies required for the Landscape Architecture Registration Examination (LARE national license exam). All students, both first and post-professional, take an individualized set of up to 36 semester credit hours required for the specialization and career interest. All graduate students can include a study abroad and/or professional internship as part of their required specialization course of study.

Computer requirement. All students are required to provide their own graphics workstation meeting Landscape Architecture departmental specifications. A graphics workstation meeting the spec is critical to efficient and effective fused analog and digital workflows taught throughout the curriculum using state-of-the-art CAD, BIM, GIS, graphics, visualization, and modeling tools.

Thesis and project thesis options. Both first and post-professional degree students have the option of preparing a thesis or a project thesis. The project thesis option is typically chosen by students who desire to obtain a first-professional degree and enter professional practice. The thesis option is optimal for post-professional degree students seeking greater research and theoretical opportunities and is particularly suited to a career in academia or public practice.

Admissions. Admission requirements are established by the Texas Tech University Graduate School. At this time, neither the Graduate School nor the Department of Landscape Architecture requires the GRE for admission. Application of both U.S. and international students may be made through the Graduate School website.

In addition to the Graduate School requirements, the Department of Landscape Architecture requires: 1) a letter of intent addressing how an M.L.A. degree from Texas Tech will help the student achieve his or her goals and make a difference in the world, 2) two letters of reference, and 3) a digital portfolio in PDF format of graphic and/or creative works, including writing. Letters of reference should be from individuals who are familiar with the applicant's academic abilities and related professional experience. Transcripts should be official transcripts requested by the applicant to be sent directly from the granting institution to Texas Tech University Graduate School. The digital portfolio PDF can include drawings, sketches, photography, images of landscape projects, creative writing, or any form of artistic and creative work that is of interest to the candidate and their future goals.

Animal Science (MS)

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences offers non-thesis, 36-hour Master of Science degrees in animal science with concentrations in livestock production (beef cattle, swine, sheep and goat, dairy cattle, equine and poultry), agricultural product processing (meats or feeds emphasis), companion animal, feedlot management, ranch management, and equine assisted therapies and activities. An internship is required for these degrees. Master of Science in Animal Science students may pursue studies in topics including: animal breeding (physiology or genetics), livestock (ruminant or monogastric) or companion animal nutrition, animal behavior and welfare, growth and development, livestock production, animal health, companion animal science, equine science, equine-assisted therapies and activities, human-animal interactions, or meat science. This degree requires a thesis in addition to at least 24 semester hours of coursework and 6 thesis hours.

Educational Diagnostician Teaching Certificate

In conjunction with the state of Texas, the special education program provides for coursework in the certification areas of generic special education, educational diagnostician, visual impairment, and deaf education. Additional national certifications are available in orientation and mobility and applied behavior analysis. Students in the graduate special education program are prepared to work with individuals with disabilities in a variety of settings, including public schools, higher education, and the private sector. A post-baccalaureate degree to obtain generic special education certification is also available. To be certified in the state of Texas, students must pass the TExES examination for their area.

Specific areas of interest within the special education program include autism, applied behavior analysis, generic special education, orientation and mobility, visual impairment, deafblindness, and deaf education.

A minimum of 33 hours is required for the teaching certificate. This certificate program requires an earned master's degree in Education.

Special education program applicants for the post-baccalaureate, certification, master's, or doctoral program must complete an application found at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/ education /graduate/ . Acceptance to the certificate program does not guarantee later acceptance to the doctoral program. For additional information, visit www.educ.ttu.edu .

Music - Conducting - Wind (DMA)

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is a 45-hour program past the master's program oriented toward professional practice in music emphasizing the creation or performance of musical works and the application and transmission of knowledge about musical works. Fields of specialization are in performance, conducting, composition, and piano pedagogy. A non-dissertation program, the degree culminates in four doctoral performance projects which are designed to suit the professional interests and aspirations of the student. A research document is a component of the final doctoral project. 

Music - Pedagogy - Strings (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

The MM - Pedagogy program requires all applicants to submit a curriculum vitae, personal statement, and writing sample, as well as a sample teaching video. Please upload performance videos in the “Optional Materials” section.

You will also be prompted for the names and email addresses of three evaluators who will complete a letter of recommendation for you. These individuals will receive an automated request from the TTU admissions system.

Accounting - Audit (MSA)

The 36-hour M.S.A. program is designed to prepare graduates for professional careers in the practice of accounting. Concentrations are available in auditing/financial reporting and taxation. Graduates are prepared for professional service in a variety of fields.

Contact: 806.742.3181 | Rawlsgrad@ttu.edu

Civil Engineering - Environmental (PhD)

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering offers a 30-hour Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.)

Students working toward a M.S.C.E. specialize in one of the principal sub-disciplines of civil engineering (e.g., environmental engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, or construction engineering and management) in this degree program. The thesis option allows students to complete 24 hours of coursework, perform 6 credit hours of independent research, and write a thesis based on the findings of the research. Requirements for the non-thesis option are as follows:

• Students enrolling in a non-thesis master's program may fulfill the degree requirements by either (a) completing 27 credit hours of graduate-level coursework and 3 credit hours of CE 6330, Master's Report; or (b) completing 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework.
• Students will not be allowed to use credit/non-credit courses (e.g., CE 7000 to fulfill the required 30 credit hours.
• Students will be required to complete successfully a department-administered comprehensive exam during their graduating semester.

Life Centered Financial Planning Certificate

Life Centered Financial Planning is a set of courses focused on financial life planning developed by Industry pioneer Mitch Anthony, Deena Katz, and Sarah Asebedo, Ph.D. that teaches both the personal skill-sets and the discovery methodologies necessary to succeed as a practitioner of Life-centric Financial advice. This includes three courses: Fundamentals of Life Centered Planning (Anthony), Planning with Emotional Intelligence (Anthony) and Client Communication and Counseling (developed by Katz and Asebedo).

The Life-Centered Financial Planning Certificate is no longer open for new student registrations effective Fall 2023. New students interested in this content area can apply to the Financial Health and Wellness Certificate, which consists of a set of courses focused on promoting feelings of contentment and achievement within the financial planning space. The program takes a systemic approach to financial health and wellness by incorporating elements of optimal communication under stress and best-practice approaches garnered from complementary disciplines.

Students who have completed one or more of the Life-Centered Certificate courses should reach out directly to sarah.asebedo@ttu.edu for further guidance.

Educational Leadership (MED) - Non-Certification

Texas Tech University's Masters of Education (Non-Certification) in Educational Leadership is a 36-hour online program designed to prepare graduates for non-certified positions in education, government, the private sector, nonprofits, leadership & policy institutes, research based advocacy groups, or to continue to a doctoral degree. Emphasis is on (1) understanding the relationships between education, leadership, and policy; (2) using evidence to make education-related decisions and policies; and (3) preparing to lead meaningful change through policy, research, and practice.

Kinesiology - Motor Behavior and Exercise and Sport Psychology (MS)

The Master of Science in Kinesiology provides advanced study in Motor Behavior/Exercise and Sport Psychology. This degree requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate courses and provides thesis and non-thesis options. The thesis option requires successful completion of a research project culminating in a thesis and its defense, which comprises 6 of the 36 hours. The non-thesis option requires 36 hours of coursework, along with passing of a comprehensive evaluation. Each student will have a faculty advisor with whom the planned course of study must be developed.

Social Work - Advanced (MSW) - On-Campus

To complete a Master of Social Work degree, students will follow one of four possible tracks. Those with standard admission (no prior bachelor's degree in social work) will complete 59 hours of graduate credit, including 900 field placement hours, and will begin in the fall semester. Full-time students on the standard track can complete the program in two years, while part-time students should be finished in four years.

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in social work from a program that was accredited (or approved by) the Council on Social Work Education may be eligible for advanced admission status. On this track, students normally start in the summer and will complete 32 hours of graduate credit, including 500 field placement hours. Full-time students on the advanced track can complete the program in one full calendar year, while part-time students should be finished in two years.

Although opportunities for research are available, the MSW is a non-thesis degree program. For further information, our program website is https://www.depts.ttu.edu/socialwork/index.php and you may contact us at sasw.socialwork@ttu.edu

Agricultural Communications & Education - Agricultural Leadership (PhD)

The  Doctor of Philosophy  in Agricultural Communications and Education is a resident degree designed to prepare students for a future career as a faculty member. The program provides an opportunity for advance study in the human dimensions of agriculture (agricultural communications, agricultural education, & agricultural leadership) to meet the growing demand for college and university faculty who can provide instruction in more than one dimension.

This degree program requires a minimum of 48 semester hours of graduate coursework along with the development of a dissertation (12 hours) beyond a master's degree (total of 60 hours post-master's degree).  See the detailed curriculum .

Each doctoral candidate is expected to demonstrate competency by satisfactorily completing (1) a comprehensive written examination, (2) a dissertation that demonstrates original, independent scholarship, (3) a final oral examination, and (4) a minimum of ten outside-of-course experiences in the various human dimensions of agriculture including, but not limited to, teaching, communications, extension, international, and research ( see the Experience Plan outline ).

Curriculum & Instruction - Curriculum Studies & Teacher Education (PhD)

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D) with a track in Curriculum Studies and Teacher Education is designed for people who want an in-depth understanding of the issues and that are faced by curriculum and teacher education specialists, regardless of whether they are leaders in a classroom, at central office, an agency, a professional organization, the community college or the university. This program requires 93 hours of graduate coursework with the possibility of 30 transfer hours applying. The requirements to apply for this program are:

• Resume.
• Writing Sample.
• Personal Statement.
• Letters of Recommendation.
• Unofficial Transcripts.
• GRE Scores.

Curriculum & Instruction - Language, Diversity & Literacy Studies (PhD)

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D) with a track in Language, Diversity & Literacy Studies is designed to create scholars who are critically committed to empowering and advocating for linguistically and culturally diverse communities of learners. Graduates of this program will experience collaborative and innovative research that leads to knowledge and understanding of multiple learners and their literacies. The Ph.D. program is 93 hours of graduate coursework with the possibility of 30 transfer hours applying. The program requirements to apply are:

• Resume.
• Writing Sample.
• Personal Statement.
• Letters of Recommendation.
• Unofficial Transcripts.
• GRE Scores.

Philosophy (MA)

The master's degree program is aimed at providing a broad background in philosophy while encouraging complementary work in an approved minor field of study.The student may choose to complete 24 hours of graduate coursework plus 6 hours of thesis research. Alternatively, the student may complete 33 hours of graduate coursework and then take an oral exit examination over a significant research paper. Up to one third (but no more than 9 hours) of the student's coursework may consist of graduate courses in disciplines other than philosophy, subject to the approval of the departmental graduate advisor.For specific information on admission to the program, prospective students should contact the Department of Philosophy and the Graduate School. Students from fields other than philosophy are encouraged to apply, although they may be required to complete a certain amount of philosophy leveling work during their first year of enrollment.The department also offers a Graduate Certificate in Ethics. This requires four courses in ethics on the graduate level.

Physics (MS)

Thesis Option 

This program requires a minimum of 24 hours of course credit plus 6 hours of thesis research with a minimum of 18 hours in the department. The thesis is defended in a final oral examination.

Non- Thesis 

This program requires 36 hours of course credit with a minimum of 24 hours in the department, plus passing a master's examination.

Physics (PhD)

The core courses for the Ph.D. in Physics degree are the same as those for the M.S. degree, plus PHYS 5302 and PHYS 6306. There is no applied concentration for the PhD., so students intending to earn the Ph.D. must complete all four core courses. Further selections of advanced courses should be made in consultation with the graduate and research advisor.Students seeking the Ph.D. degree must pass a preliminary examination and a qualifying examination as described in the departmental Graduate Booklet and in accordance with Graduate School requirements. Examination topics are drawn from general undergraduate physics and graduate core courses. The program requires a Ph.D. dissertation based on original research.Students are encouraged to get involved in research early by taking PHYS 7000, which may count toward the degree. Thesis hours in PHYS 6000 (6 hours for the M.S. with thesis option) and 12 hours of PHYS 8000 (for the Ph.D.) should be taken as early as possible. Students must maintain a B average in the four core courses in addition to the overall B average required by the Graduate School.

Political Science (MA)

Master's degree work may follow either of two plans: 24 hours of coursework plus a thesis or 36 hours of coursework without a thesis. M.A. students are required to take POLS 5381, POLS 5382, and POLS 5383.

More program information can be found on the department website: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/politicalscience/DegreePrograms/MA-PS.php

Psychology - Experimental (PhD)

The Experimental Psychology PhD program encompasses Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience, Human Factors, and Social Psychology.



This Ph.D. program also offers a terminal master's degree (M.A.) option in experimental psychology and a combined B.A.-M.A. option with a concentration in one of the concentration areas of experimental psychology, human factors. The doctoral program typically takes four to five years of full-time study, and the terminal master's program typically takes two years of full-time study. Graduate students in the human factors concentration frequently complete an approved internship, often for one to two semesters, at an appropriate agency (e.g., federal or state agency, consulting company, engineering group, high-tech business, transportation agency, healthcare facility, military base). The concentration areas available in the experimental psychology graduate program at the master's and doctoral levels are cognition and cognitive neuroscience, human factors, and social psychology. Extensive details regarding a typical curriculum in each of the concentration areas of experimental psychology are available online at www.psychology.ttu.edu.

The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society accredits the experimental psychology graduate program with a concentration in human factors (Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, P.O. Box 1369, Santa Monica, CA 90406-1369 USA).

A doctoral degree in psychology has some variance in the required total hours because of such factors as the differences between doctoral psychology programs, diversity of student interests, range of academic backgrounds, and other practical issues. Doctoral students in psychology at Texas Tech typically earn approximately 90-120 credit hours of required coursework in their graduate program before successfully completing their doctoral degree. In addition, other doctoral program requirements must be completed successfully before the doctoral degree is awarded.

The doctoral program in experimental psychology does admit a few students for terminal master's degrees in experimental psychology, although the majority of students in this program are admitted for the doctoral program in experimental psychology. Doctoral students also complete requirements for a master's in experimental psychology as they pursue their doctorate in three concentration areas: cognition and cognitive neuroscience, human factors, and social psychology. The human factors concentration is also available in a combined B.A.-M.A. version in which the bachelor's degree is awarded in psychology and the master's degree is awarded in experimental psychology with a concentration in human factors.

Psychology (MA)

The Psychology MA degree is only available to current PhD students in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology at this time.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in the Experimental Psychology MA program, which encompasses Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience, Human Factors, and Social Psychology, you must complete the "Experimental Psychology MA" application. If you meant to apply for the Experimental Psychology MA, please select the "Cancel Application" button below. You will then need to add a new application by clicking the "New Application" button on your Application Portal homepage and selecting the "Experimental Psychology MA" program from the drop-down list of programs.

Current PhD students in Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology may apply to receive an MA in Psychology during the course of their matriculation in the program. The Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology departments each have their own requirements for when students are eligible to add the Psychology MA to their degree plan. For more information and details on the specific process, please contact the graduate advisor in your program.

Please visit the Department of Psychological Sciences' webpage (http://www.psychology.ttu.edu) for more information.

Anthropology (MA)

The graduate degree program in anthropology is designed to provide broad training for students who wish to enter a Ph.D. program, prepare for undergraduate or community college teaching, or pursue a non-teaching career for which M.A.-level training in anthropology is appropriate and useful. The program emphasizes training in basic theory and methods. We follow a three-field approach to anthropology at the graduate level, meaning all students take a "core" class in each subfield (ethnology, physical anthropology, and archaeology), but can then specialize in their area of interest by taking elective courses and conducting thesis research. Before applying you should contact the professor who best matches your research interest to learn about his/her research and to inquire if he/she is accepting new students.

Decisions on the program of study, specific courses, and thesis topics are made through consultation with the graduate advisor and other faculty members as appropriate on the basis of the student's background, interests, and objectives.

Coursework.The anthropology curriculum requires 9 hours of core courses in the following three subfields: archaeology, physical anthropology, and ethnology. Students are required to take ANTH 5305 (ethnology core), ANTH 5341 (archaeology core), and ANTH 5312 (physical core). Thirty-six total hours of graduate credit are required, including 21 hours of elective courses. The elective courses may include a 6-hour minor or courses outside of anthropology. Students, in consultation with the graduate advisor, will also elect the thesis or non-thesis option for 6 hours of graduate credit. A grade of B or better is required to receive graduate credit for a course. Coursework is planned in consultation with the graduate advisor or thesis director soon after admission to the graduate program.

Thesis Option.Students in the anthropology program are strongly encouraged to write a thesis, particularly if they plan to continue their studies in a doctoral program. Students choosing this option are required to take 30 hours of coursework (including 9 core hours and 21 elective hours, which may include 6 hours outside of anthropology) plus 6 hours of thesis credit. The thesis is based on original research done in consultation with the thesis advisor. Students must submit a thesis prospectus prior to initiating their research and must defend the completed thesis to the department before the thesis may be submitted to the Graduate School.

Non-Thesis Option.Students choosing the non-thesis option are required to take 36 hours of coursework (including 9 core hours and 27 elective hours, which may include 6 hours outside of anthropology). In addition to the coursework requirement, students must choose a three-person committee (two of these faculty must be in the anthropology program) to administer a three-day exit examination in their final semester.

Sociology (MA)

Decisions on the program of study, specific courses, and thesis topics are made through consultation with the graduate advisor and other faculty members as appropriate on the basis of the student's background, interests, and objectives.

Coursework.The sociology program provides coursework specialization in such areas as family, criminology and deviance, social psychology, inequality and race, demography and migration, medical sociology , and aging. Six of the 36 required hours may be taken as a minor outside the department. Selection of a minor requires approval of the graduate committee. In lieu of a foreign language, each student is required to demonstrate proficiency in computer analysis of data. A grade of B or better is required for graduate credit.

Thesis, Non-Thesis Options.Students in the sociology program may select the thesis option or non-thesis option. The thesis option is strongly recommended for students who plan to continue their graduate studies by applying to a doctoral program. Students choosing the thesis plan in sociology are required to take 30 hours of coursework (including two required courses in theory and two in methods) plus 6 hours of thesis credit. They are also required to complete a thesis that is acceptable to the student's departmental thesis committee and demonstrate proficiency in a statistics software program. Students may petition the Graduate Committee to substitute another organized course from within the department for one of the required theory and/or methods courses. Students choosing the non-thesis plan are required to take 36 hours of coursework (including one course in theory, two courses in methods, and 3 hours ofSOC 5331). They are also required to complete a paper on a topic related to their professional interests that is acceptable to the student's departmental committee.

Assessment.In the sociology program, a final examination is required. The final examination in the thesis plan involves at least one of the various areas in sociology listed above. Students may present at two conferences in lieu of taking the final exam. In the non-thesis plan the examination includes coursework taken, work experience outside the department, and the topic of the formal paper.

Food Science (MS)

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences offers non-thesis, 36-hour Master of Science degrees in animal science or food science with concentrations in livestock production (beef cattle, swine, sheep and goat, dairy cattle, equine and poultry), agricultural product processing (meats, food or feeds emphasis), companion animal, feedlot management, and ranch management. An internship is required for these degrees.The master's degree in food science emphasizes the scientific and technological aspects of pre- to post-harvest food processing and distribution. Knowledge of the physical and biological sciences, economics, marketing, and engineering is applied to product development, food processing, packaging, food microbiology and safety, food defense, food security, quality control/assurance, technical sales, and distribution. Research programs involve food safety, food security, food processing, food microbiology, food quality, and processing. Consumer demands for a variety of highly nutritious and convenient foods of uniformly high quality create many and varied career opportunities in the food and allied industries. These careers include management, research and development, process supervision, quality control/assurance, procurement, distribution, sales, and merchandising.

Animal Science (PhD)

The doctoral program in animal science requires 60 hours of graduate coursework and 12 dissertation hours, totaling 72 hours. Students may transfer in 30 hours of coursework from a M.S. degree (excluding thesis and seminar hours) if approved by the student's advisory committee. Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science may specialize in one of several areas of interest such as animal breeding and genetics, livestock or companion animal nutrition, reproductive or environmental physiology, animal health and epidemiology, animal behavior and welfare, growth and development, companion animal science, equine science, meat science, or food science. No foreign language requirement exists, but such a requirement may be instituted at the discretion of the student's advisory committee.The department has a collaborative agreement with the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management in the College of Arts and Sciences that will lead to a Ph.D. in Animal Science with an emphasis in exercise physiology. The program is designed for students with specific interests in human physiology and exercise. The curriculum includes coursework in physiology, biochemistry, neurosciences, cell function and regulation, and statistics. A preliminary examination administered by joint faculty from exercise physiology and animal science is required before the dissertation proposal.Interested persons should contact the department graduate coordinator. Additional general degree requirements may be found in other sections of the catalog.Students who receive stipends have special responsibilities in research and teaching. These awards include waiver of nonresident tuition.

Agricultural Economics (MS) & Law (JD) Dual

Texas Tech is one of the few universities in the nation with both an Agricultural and Applied Economics Department and a School of Law. A joint M.S./J.D. degree program is available to qualified students.

The joint M.S.-J.D. degree provides students who want to practice law in an agricultural and/or natural resource setting with graduate training in economics. Those who select this option must be admitted to both the Law School, the Graduate School, and the departmental M.S. program.

We do not accept recommendation letters from applicants. They must come directly from your referees, and must be signed. Incomplete letters sent will cause delays in processing.

Falsification of any of the required documentation will void any admission and/or failure to comply with all of these requirements and directions for applying to this program can result in rejection from the program.

Agricultural Communications Leadership Certificate

The 12-hour Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Communications Leadership enables individuals working in agricultural communications professions to increase their understanding of the more complex and dynamic communication strategies such as crisis communications, knowledge management, and effective online media utilization. It increases students’ understanding of leadership and the people with whom they interact on a daily basis, enabling them to perform their professional duties more effectively and efficiently.

Agricultural Leadership Certificate

The 12-hour Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Leadership will enable individuals working in any sector of the agricultural industry to develop an understanding of theoretical leadership principles as well as the basics of applying leadership techniques to groups in a variety of situations.Contact: Dr. Scott Burris

Horticultural Landscape Management Certificate

The 12-hour Graduate Certificate in Horticultural Landscape Management addresses a need in the green industry, which is one of the largest agricultural industries in Texas, to help professionals update their credentials. Industry changes in recent years have left many professionals seeking the kind of supplementary training this certificate provides.

Soil Management Certificate

The 13-hour Graduate Certificate in Crop Protection provides supplementary training and updated credentialing in the development of crop protection chemicals.

Contact: Dr. Sanjit Deb - sanjit.deb@ttu.edu, 806.834.1373

Architecture (MAR)

Master of Architecture Program

In the United States, most state registration boards require a degree from an accredited professional degree program as a prerequisite for licensure. The National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), which is the sole agency authorized to accredit U.S. professional degree programs in architecture, recognizes three types of degrees: the Bachelor of Architecture, the Master of Architecture, and the Doctor of Architecture. A program may be granted an 8-year, 3-year, or 2-year term of accreditation, depending on the extent of its conformance with established educational standards.

Doctor of Architecture and Master of Architecture degree programs may consist of a preprofessional undergraduate degree and a professional graduate degree that, when earned sequentially, constitute an accredited professional education. However, the preprofessional degree is not, by itself, recognized as an accredited degree.

The Master of Architecture accredited professional program consists of an undergraduate curriculum of 128 hours and a graduate curriculum of 60 hours. The dual Master of Architecture/Master of Business Administration includes an additional 30 credit hours in the graduate program. Successful completion of a graduate comprehensive exam (GCE) is required.

For more information about the Master of Architecture program, please email the Graduate Advisor at sarah.hatley@ttu.edu.

Architecture Post-Professional (MS)

Master of Science in Architecture Program

The Master of Science in Architecture (M.S.) is a research-based academic degree for students interested in advanced architectural studies. This degree does not prepare students to receive an architecture licensure. It is for students with an accredited professional B.Arch. or M.Arch. degree, or an approved bachelor's degree in architecture or in a related discipline (e.g., art, interior design, engineering, archaeology). Students who have non-architecture degrees and wish to enter the program and those who do not have a basic understanding of computing and computer-assisted design skills may be required to complete leveling work that will not accrue graduate credit toward their degree. Students will be required to complete a minimum of 28 credit hours of graduate study and write and defend a thesis (6 hours). Students requesting admission into the Master of Science in Architecture program must meet the entrance standards of the Graduate School and the College of Architecture. The admission application includes a portfolio of creative work (writing, design, drawing, photography, etc.) that reflects the student's level of design interest, intellectual inquiry, and communication skills, GRE scores, GPA, Statement of Intent/Purpose, CV/Resume and three letters of recommendation. International applicants must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.

There are three options for Master of Science in Architecture (M.S.) students:

• Master of Science in Architecture with specialization in Digital Design and Fabrication
• Master of Science in Architecture with specialization in Design and Health
• Master of Science in Architecture with specialization in Urban and Community Design

Academic requirements vary depending on the option chosen. Candidates for the Master of Science in Architecture must specify the option in which they are interested. After the first semester, students will be matched with a faculty member who will serve as their academic advisor and the chair of their thesis committee. The advisor will be responsible for guiding the student concerning electives, developing a thesis proposal, and selecting thesis committee members. All students seeking a degree must complete the program in residency, including the thesis.

For more information about the Master of Science in Architecture program, please email sarah.hatley@ttu.edu.

Land-Use Planning, Mgmt, & Design (PhD)

Land-Use, Planning, Management, and Design Program

The interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Land-Use Planning, Management, and Design (LPMD) focuses on various aspects of land and land use. It trains students to be leaders in their community and their organizations with enhanced understanding of multidisciplinary endeavors, improved communication skills between compartmentalized systems of knowledge, and the ability to bring knowledge from one discipline to focus on problems and ongoing projects in another. LPMD training prepares students to be leaders in administrative, legislative, research, or design organizations that deal with land use.

This program is administered by the College of Architecture with an interdisciplinary steering committee. Faculty and courses are drawn from participating units across the university. Studies of the complex factors influencing human use of resources, training in the research and evaluative methods that can be applied to interdisciplinary studies, and education in the institutional structures that shape policy and action are included in the program.

The four tracks in this program are environmental/natural resource management and planning, community planning and design, public policy administration, and historic preservation. Students with an interest in these fields as well as in architecture and many other aspects of land and land use may find the LPMD program suitable to their needs.

Students admitted to the LPMD program are expected to bring a set of knowledge and skills from their background departments. They will be exposed to various courses in contributing disciplines and, with the assistance of their advisor and/or committee, will be expected to demark an intersection that will be the focus of the dissertation. All students are required to complete a minimum of 66 hours beyond the bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 12 (8000-level) hours of dissertation. This includes specified 24 hours of multidisciplinary core courses, 21 hours of track courses, 15 hours of supporting courses and 6 hours of tool courses. Students will need to specify one track in which 21 hours of courses are selected, of which only 4 courses in one discipline can be taken. Track courses, research projects, and the student's dissertation will focus on the track selected and will be chosen by the student and approved by the advisor.

Because students come from a variety of backgrounds with different interests and career goals, one standard course of study is not required. The program coordinator conducts initial advisement and program development. A degree plan is formulated by an advisory committee drawn from three or more departments and two or more colleges. This committee arranges a student's course of study in the track specialization. The student follows a "custom-designed" program of study. The advisory committee is responsible for administering comprehensive exams and for directing both the dissertation and the student's program.

Music - Conducting - Wind (MM)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis. 

Collaborative Piano Certificate

The 15-hour Graduate Certificate in Collaborative Piano is designed for students who wish to expand their practical skills in sought-after and competitive field of collaborative and chamber music performance. It is intended as either an add-on to another graduate degree, or an alternative to master’s and doctoral degrees for students who show the potential and motivation to achieve successful collaborative career but do not wish to engage in the complete curriculum required in standard graduate degree programs.

The resume-strengthening certificate allows students to focus on advanced training and performance experience in all aspects of collaborative education with appropriate emphasis in each student’s area of interest.

Woodwind Specialist Certificate

The 14-hour Woodwind Specialist graduate certificate is designed to support the development of multiple woodwind skills for those seeking careers as doublers either in the jazz or music theater medium, or to support the development of multiple woodwind skills for music education professionals seeking to develop areas of specialty.

The certificate is comprised of two options, each containing five existing applied courses in the current School of Music Program.

OPTION 1: Four-Instrument Concentration

• 8 credits of Applied Lessons (four different instrumental sections, four enrollments of 2 credits, for a total of 8 credits), outside of the student’s home performance area to be selected from applied flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and/or saxophone.
• 6 credits from two 3-credit enrollments in Pedagogy of Applied Music and/or Applied Music Literature in areas of the student’s choice outside his/her home area of specialty.

OPTION 2: Two-Instrument Concentration

• 8 credits of Applied Lessons (two different instrumental sections, four enrollments of 2 credits, for a total of 8 credits) outside of the student’s home performance area to be selected from applied flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and/or saxophone.
• 6 credits from two 3-credit enrollments in Pedagogy of Applied Music and/or Applied Music Literature in areas of the student’s choice outside his/her home area of specialty.

Opera Certificate

The Certificate in Opera is a collaboration with the Amarillo Opera, and is designed for post-baccalaureate voice students who seek a real-world application of their performance degrees in the context of a professional opera company. The certificate can be undertaken along with a graduate degree or as a stand-alone certificate, and can be completed in 13-15 hours.

Land Arts of the American West Certificate

The 12-hour Land Arts of the American West Graduate Certificate in the College of Architecture centers on the transdisciplinary Land Arts field program that investigates the intersection of human construction and the evolving nature of the planet. The program leverages immersive field experience in the desert southwest as a primary pedagogic agent to support research that opens horizons of perception, probes depths of inquiry, and advances understanding of human actions shaping environments. Land Arts attracts architects, artists, and writers from across the university and beyond to a “semester abroad in our own backyard” that travels 6,000 miles overland while camping for two months to experience major land art monuments—Double Negative, Spiral Jetty, Sun Tunnels, The Lightning Field—while also visiting sites to expand understanding of what land art might be, such as pre-contact archeology, military and industrial facilities, and contemporary infrastructure. Throughout the travels and on campus participants make work in response to their experience, which is exhibited at the Museum of Texas Tech University to conclude the field season.

Student participants have come from North America, Australia, Chile, Spain, Belgium, and Sweden to study at Texas Tech during or after their work at the universities of Pennsylvania, Texas at Austin, Iowa, South Florida, California at Berkeley and Riverside, Carnegie Mellon, New York University, Goldsmith’s in London, Cranbrook, Rhode Island School of Design, Whitman College, Bard College, and Yale.

To help negotiate the multivalent meaning of the places visited, and to shed light on strategies to aid their comprehension, the Land Arts program invites the wisdom of field guests—writers, artists, and interpreters—to join specific portions of our journey. Past field guests have included Center for Land Use Interpretation director Matthew Coolidge, Utah Museum of Fine Arts director Gretchen Dietrich, Remote Studio director Lori Ryker, Adobe Alliance founder Simone Swan; artists Deborah Stratman, Post commodity, Joan Jonas, and Zoe Leonard; art Historians Ann Reynolds, Kevin Chua, and Monty Paret; architects Urs Peter Flueckiger, David Gregor, Jack Sanders, and Nichole Wiedemann; and writers Charles Bowden, Lucy Lippard, Barry Lopez.

The specialty courses in this certificate emphasize the merits, rigors, and risks of field work; the in-depth value of seminar-based dialog; the public exhibition of research produced products; and the synthesis, documentation and reflection of the experience as a whole in written and visual forms.

Admission into the Land Arts Graduate Certificate requires acceptance first into the Land Arts program. Then a graduate certificate application can be made with the Graduate School. Please review program admission information at https://landarts.org/category/admissions/ and reach out to info@landarts.org with any questions.

Architecture - Historic Preservation (MS)

The Master of Science in Architecture with a Concentration in Historic Preservation is a non-professional degree focused on advanced preparation for the specific specialization of historic preservation within the field of architecture.

This program is offered in El Paso.

Technical Communication - Online (MA)

About the Technical Communication Master's Program

This master's degree combines study of the history, theory, research, and genres of technical communication with practice in applying this knowledge. The thesis option requires students to complete 24 hours of graduate courses in technical communication and electives or a minor, 6 hours of research methods, and a thesis. The non-thesis option requires students to complete 36 hours of graduate courses in technical communication, electives, and a minor. Students who elect the non-thesis option must pass a comprehensive portfolio examination in the semester of graduation.

The master's degree in technical communication is available on-campus or online. Application, admission processes, and degree requirements are the same.

Prospective students are advised to consult http://www.depts.ttu.edu/english/programs_degrees/ma/tc/index.php for details of degree requirements and the course schedule.

For more information on the admissions process, please visit the department admissions webpage: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/english/degree_resources/apply/admissions.php.

Teaching Second Languages in Local & Global Contexts Graduate Certificate

This online graduate certificate will prepare candidates to integrate relevant second language teaching theories, approaches, and practices into their existing undergraduate and graduate language degree programs. This online program will consist of 12 credit hours in language teaching/Applied Linguistics.

Faculty from Texas Tech University will modify and update contents and units from existing MA courses offered at TTU and prepare the online versions to be included in this online graduate certificate program.

The graduate certificate will also address the pedagogical knowledge and skills that teachers and teacher candidates need to develop instructional materials and implement courses and modules into their academic programs.

Program Questions - Contact: Dr. Yesim Dollar at Yesim.Dollar@ttu.edu

Application Questions - Contact: Carla Burrus at carla.burrus@ttu.edu

Curriculum & Instruction - STEM Education (PhD)

Curriculum and Instruction (Ph.D.) with a track in STEM education is designed to produce graduates who can "make a difference" in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education at the local, state, national or international level with skills as a pragmatic STEM education researcher and a global STEM education. The Ph.D program requires 93 hours of graduate coursework with the possibility of 30 transfer hours applying. The requirements to apply for this program are:

• Resume.
• Writing Sample.
• Personal Statement.
• Letters of Recommendation.
• Unofficial Transcripts.
• GRE Scores. 

Educational Psychology - School Psychology (PhD)

The School Psychology Track of the Educational Psychology Ph.D. program at Texas Tech University prepares students for evidence-based practice, and to critically evaluate and investigate these practices to not only ensure effective outcomes for their clients but to also disseminate meaningful contributions to the field.

The School Psychology Track course sequence is comprised of 78 hours of coursework and 12 dissertation hours. Students must also complete at least 2 hours of internship (for a total of 92 hours) prior to graduation to be eligible for licensure and/or certification as a licensed specialist in school psychology (LSSP). Students are strongly encouraged to follow the course sequence as School Psychology Track-specific courses will only be taught in designated semesters. Due to this, students are encouraged to apply in Fall semesters, but Spring and Summer admission will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

To ensure eligibility for graduate assistantships and scholarships, prospective students should submit their application on or before December 1.

For more details on this program, please visit http://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/psychology-and-leadership/educational_psychology_school_psychology.php.

Fine Arts - Music - Musicology (PhD)

The School of Music participates with faculties of Interdisciplinary Arts, Art, Theatre, and Philosophy in an interdisciplinary program leading to the Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Arts. Prior to specializing in a specific area of visual or performing arts, students obtain a foundational core of knowledge from interdisciplinary courses including Colloquium, Arts Histories, Arts in Contemporary Contexts, and Topics; Philosophy constitutes a multidisciplinary addition. Satisfactory completion of 18 semester hours of graduate coursework during one 12-month period fulfills the program's residence requirement.

Concentrations . Fine Arts students whose track is Music engage an individualized curriculum with a concentration in Musicology, Music Theory, Music Education, or Arts Administration. The degree program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours at the graduate level beyond the master's degree, includes a rigorous comprehensive examination, and culminates in a dissertation that allows a choice of several avenues of research created through traditional research, professional problems, or an internship.  (This degree program is detailed in the catalog section that introduces the Talkington College of Visual and Performing Arts.)

Fine Arts - Music - Music Education (PhD)

The School of Music participates with faculties of Interdisciplinary Arts, Art, Theatre, and Philosophy in an interdisciplinary program leading to the Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Arts. Prior to specializing in a specific area of visual or performing arts, students obtain a foundational core of knowledge from interdisciplinary courses including Colloquium, Arts Histories, Arts in Contemporary Contexts, and Topics; Philosophy constitutes a multidisciplinary addition. Satisfactory completion of 18 semester hours of graduate coursework during one 12-month period fulfills the program's residence requirement.

Concentrations . Fine Arts students whose track is Music engage an individualized curriculum with a concentration in Musicology, Music Theory, Music Education, or Arts Administration. The degree program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours at the graduate level beyond the master's degree, includes a rigorous comprehensive examination, and culminates in a dissertation that allows a choice of several avenues of research created through traditional research, professional problems, or an internship.  (This degree program is detailed in the catalog section that introduces the Talkington College of Visual and Performing Arts.)

Fine Arts - Music - Music Theory (PhD)

The School of Music participates with faculties of Interdisciplinary Arts, Art, Theatre, and Philosophy in an interdisciplinary program leading to the Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Arts. Prior to specializing in a specific area of visual or performing arts, students obtain a foundational core of knowledge from interdisciplinary courses including Colloquium, Arts Histories, Arts in Contemporary Contexts, and Topics; Philosophy constitutes a multidisciplinary addition. Satisfactory completion of 18 semester hours of graduate coursework during one 12-month period fulfills the program's residence requirement.

Concentrations . Fine Arts students whose track is Music engage an individualized curriculum with a concentration in Musicology, Music Theory, Music Education, or Arts Administration. The degree program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours at the graduate level beyond the master's degree, includes a rigorous comprehensive examination, and culminates in a dissertation that allows a choice of several avenues of research created through traditional research, professional problems, or an internship.  (This degree program is detailed in the catalog section that introduces the Talkington College of Visual and Performing Arts.)

Social Work (MSW) - On-Campus

To complete a Master of Social Work degree, students will follow one of four possible tracks. Those with standard admission (no prior bachelor's degree in social work) will complete 59 hours of graduate credit, including 900 field placement hours, and will begin in the fall semester. Full-time students on the standard track can complete the program in two years, while part-time students should be finished in four years.

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in social work from a program that was accredited (or approved by) the Council on Social Work Education may be eligible for advanced admission status. On this track, students normally start in the summer and will complete 32 hours of graduate credit, including 500 field placement hours. Full-time students on the advanced track can complete the program in one full calendar year, while part-time students should be finished in two years.

Although opportunities for research are available, the MSW is a non-thesis degree program. For further information, our program website is https://www.depts.ttu.edu/socialwork/index.php and you may contact us at sasw.socialwork@ttu.edu

Theatre Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts degree prepares students for further graduate work (in either a Ph.D. or an M.F.A. program), for teaching at the community college or secondary level, and for analytical positions within the profession (such as those of dramaturg or literary manager). Core requirements develop key competencies in academic research and writing, while electives ensure a familiarity with a broad range of artistic and administrative skills.

The Master of Arts degree in Theatre Arts requires a minimum of 36 semester hours beyond the baccalaureate. This includes 15 hours of MA Core Courses, 15 hours of Electives as approved by the Chair of the student's Thesis Committee and/or the Graduate Advisor, and 6 hours of Thesis (THA 6000). Completion of the MA degree requires a thesis and a final examination.

For questions regarding program requirements, please contact Abigail Wright at abigail.wright@ttu.edu.

Women's and Gender Studies Certificate

The 15-hour Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies offers a specialist interdisciplinary sub-field in women's, gender, and identity studies for doctoral and master's degree candidates. It also functions as a stand-alone credential useful for professionals in nursing, social work, law, healthcare management, and the military, as well as in faith-based organizations and the field of education. The curriculum includes courses in women's studies as well as a wide range of related courses from other departments and programs.

Contact: Dr. Aretha Marbley. aretha.marbley@ttu.edu. (806) 742-2179

Art History, Criticism, & Theory Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Art History, Criticism, and Theory comprises a minimum of 15 semester hours of graduate work that includes 6 semester hours of required courses and 9 semester hours of related courses in art history and criticism chosen in consultation with the graduate advisor for art history. Six semester hours in art history at the undergraduate or graduate level are a prerequisite (recommended) or corequisite for this certificate. Students who have met the minimum entrance requirements of the Graduate School should apply there and to the Graduate Certificate Coordinator, School of Art, for entry into the certificate program. The Graduate School will issue the certificate upon completion of the required 15 semester hours of coursework. Courses completed as requirements for another program (e.g., a minor field of study) can be applied toward the certificate.

For more information, please consult: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/art/Programs/graduate/graduate_certificate/index.php

Contact: Dr. Kevin Chua,

kevin.chua@ttu.edu

Crop Protection Certificate

The 13-hour Graduate Certificate in Crop Protection provides supplementary training and updated credentialing in the development of crop protection chemicals.

Contact: Dr. Peter Dotray, 806.834.3685,peter.dotray@ttu.edu

Global Food Security Certificate

The 12-hour, graduate certificate in Global Food Security (GFS) is an interdisciplinary program offered by the International Center for Food Industry Excellence that enables individuals to increase their understanding of the interdisciplinary issues related to the approaching global crisis of food insecurity as the world surges toward more than 9 billion people by the year 2050. The program follows recommendations from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations for increased education within the four pillars of food security: Availability, Access, Stability and Utilization. This program will help increase students' understanding of various aspects of GFS while allowing the flexibility to focus instruction in one of the four defined pillars. Courses are offered in a face-to-face or distance format by several departments within the university including Agricultural Education and Communications, Agricultural and Applied Economics, Animal and Food Sciences, Nutritional Sciences and Plant and Soil Sciences. For more information, contact the Department of Agricultural Education and Communications, the administrative department for the program

Early Music Performance Practice Certificate

The 15-hour Graduate Certificate in Early Music Performance Practice provides graduate music majors with the option of tailoring their coursework and medium ensemble participation to focus on the research and performance of medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music. This resume-enhancing certificate is especially recommended for musicology, theory, choral, or vocal/instrumental students who wish to obtain the in-demand skills required of specialists in the dynamic area of early music scholarship and performance.

Piano Pedagogy Certificate

This graduate certificate is designed for the professional piano teacher. The 13- to 17-hour curriculum, with flexible scheduling, provides enrichment and skill development both musically and pedagogically. It can also assist participants in qualifying as Nationally Certified Teachers of Music through Music Teachers National Association.

Business Administration (MBA) & Architecture (MAR) Dual

The Rawls College of Business Administration in association with other colleges and schools offers programs that enable students to obtain selected master’s degrees and an M.B.A. degree. These dual degrees require 12 hours fewer than if both degrees were pursued separately. Acceptance is required by both programs prior to pursuing a dual degree. The Rawls College of Business provides Microsoft Office Excel Specialist certification. The M.B.A. courses are offered online; please work with the M.B.A. advisor for course scheduling.

Per the agreement, the Rawls College of Business Administration will accept 12 hours of Architecture classes toward the 42-hour M.B.A. degree, while the College of Architecture will accept 6 hours of Business classes toward the 42-hour M.Arch. degree.

Design, Computation, and Fabrication Certificate

The 12-14 hour Graduate Certificate in Design, Computation, and Fabrication teaches advanced design knowledge and innovation in architecture, architecture interiors, and product design. The program is positioned at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and computation with a sustainable design and interdisciplinary direction. Students develop skills geared towards a €œdigital-craft€� based design professional orientation with emphasis on computer-aided design and material processes by leveraging state-of-the-art fabrication technologies (software, CAD-CAM, rapid prototyping, laser cutting, CNC routing, casting etc.).

Contact: Associate Professor Kuhn Park, kuhn.park@ttu.edu, 806.834.1242

Health Care Facilities Design Certificate

Rawls College participates with the College of Architecture, and the School of Nursing in a 12-hour Graduate Certificate in Health Care Facilities Design.

This is an interdisciplinary certificate that offers specialty courses to graduate students and design professionals in healthcare, emphasizing evidence-based design as a way to enhance efficiency and safety. Successful completion of the certificate will position graduates to be employed in the healthcare facilities design sector and play a leading role in evidence-based design.

Contact:Dr. Saif Haq, 806.834.6317

Health and Wellness Design Certificate

The College of Architecture partners with the Department of Public Health at TTUHSC in this 15-hour graduate certificate. It offers advanced knowledge of environmental design that enhances the physical, intellectual, emotional, mental, and spiritual health of groups and individuals. This program is flexible enough to include students with or without design backgrounds.

Knowledge areas covered include, but are not limited to, understanding salutogenic design principles and the ways design impacts health, public health principles, evidence-based design principles, research methods, and the role of research in design.

Urban & Community Design Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Urban & Community Design provides an area of specialization in urban and community design studies for graduate students and professionals in related fields of architecture. Students develop a more focused understanding of the relationship between architecture and the urban environment as it relates to research-based academic endeavors and professional practice. The certificate is further supported by opportunities to participate in the Urban Tech Downtown Studio in Lubbock and/or the international urban studio.

Contact: Associate Professor David A. Driskill, david.driskill@ttu.edu, 806.543.7165

Plant & Soil Science - Fibers and Biopolymers (MS)

Before being recommended for admission to a master's degree program with a major in this department, students may be requested to provide evidence of proficiency in background for graduate work or may be required to take (without graduate credit) such undergraduate leveling courses as may be designated by the department.

Master of Science degree students may pursue either the thesis or non-thesis option. The thesis option (24 hours of graduate coursework plus six hours of thesis) is designed for students who intend to pursue a Ph.D. An oral exam over the research is required for the thesis option. The non-thesis option (36 hours of graduate coursework) is considered a terminal degree. An oral exam is required during the graduating semester for the non-thesis option.

Both Master of Science degrees are available at a distance; each requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate coursework without a thesis. Students must take the last 6 semester credit hours from Texas Tech, and an oral exam is required during the semester of graduation.

This program has specializations in: Crop Protection, Crop Science, Soil Science, and Fibers and Biopolymers.

Personal Financial Planning (MS) - Professional

Program Overview

The hybrid-style delivery of this master's degree meets the needs of practicing financial service professionals. With the strategic selection of electives, students can also earn a graduate certificate in Charitable Financial Planning or Financial Health and Wellness.

Students spend four weekends per semester at the TTU DFW location for 5 semesters. Classes meet on Friday evenings and on Saturday. 

Curriculum

The MS degree requires 30 hours of curriculum in topics required for CFP Board-Registered financial planning programs as well as unique electives in charitable giving, behavioral finance, interdisciplinary approaches, technology, and more.

Studying with other professionals and world-class faculty allows for more in-depth topic coverage than in typical financial planning programs.

Who Should Apply?

This professional program is designed for working adults who are ready to take the next step in building their human capital by learning from award-winning faculty with years of experience and by studying with highly motivated colleagues.

Tax Certificate for Personal Financial Planning Majors

The graduate tax certificate for Personal Financial Planning Majors has the following requirements:

1. The student must be currently matriculated in the TTU MPFP or MBA program.
2. The student must have earned a B or better in ACCT 5307. This course is required for MPFP students usually very early in their program. MBA students can take ACCT 5307 as an elective.
3. The student must have an overall graduate GPA of 3.25 or better.

Please submit a copy of your TTU transcript to your application, which you can find in your Raiderlink.

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Business Administration (MBA) & Nursing (MSN) Dual

*TTU HSC Students pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing are eligible to apply to the Rawls College of Business to pursue their MBA while simultaneously completing your School of Nursing coursework (SON). The dual degree MSN/MBA program produces outstanding nurses with an insight into the intricacies of healthcare management systems, finance, economics, and delivery. This educational background gives nurses advanced business expertise to enable them to more effectively manage the business of healthcare. 

*Students must have prior approval from the SON to apply to this program.  

Contact

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.318

Plant & Soil Science - Crop Protection (MS)

Before being recommended for admission to a master's degree program with a major in this department, students may be requested to provide evidence of proficiency in background for graduate work or may be required to take (without graduate credit) such undergraduate leveling courses as may be designated by the department.

Master of Science degree students may pursue either the thesis or non-thesis option. The thesis option (24 hours of graduate coursework plus six hours of thesis) is designed for students who intend to pursue a Ph.D. An oral exam over the research is required for the thesis option. The non-thesis option (36 hours of graduate coursework) is considered a terminal degree. An oral exam is required during the graduating semester for the non-thesis option.

Both Master of Science degrees are available at a distance; each requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate coursework without a thesis. Students must take the last 6 semester credit hours from Texas Tech, and an oral exam is required during the semester of graduation.

This program has specializations in: Crop Protection, Crop Science, Soil Science, and Fibers and Biopolymers.

Plant & Soil Science - Crop Science (MS)

Before being recommended for admission to a master's degree program with a major in this department, students may be requested to provide evidence of proficiency in background for graduate work or may be required to take (without graduate credit) such undergraduate leveling courses as may be designated by the department.

Master of Science degree students may pursue either the thesis or non-thesis option. The thesis option (24 hours of graduate coursework plus six hours of thesis) is designed for students who intend to pursue a Ph.D. An oral exam over the research is required for the thesis option. The non-thesis option (36 hours of graduate coursework) is considered a terminal degree. An oral exam is required during the graduating semester for the non-thesis option.

Both Master of Science degrees are available at a distance; each requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate coursework without a thesis. Students must take the last 6 semester credit hours from Texas Tech, and an oral exam is required during the semester of graduation.

This program has specializations in: Crop Protection, Crop Science, Soil Science, and Fibers and Biopolymers.

Plant & Soil Science - Soil Science (MS)

Before being recommended for admission to a master's degree program with a major in this department, students may be requested to provide evidence of proficiency in background for graduate work or may be required to take (without graduate credit) such undergraduate leveling courses as may be designated by the department.

Master of Science degree students may pursue either the thesis or non-thesis option. The thesis option (24 hours of graduate coursework plus six hours of thesis) is designed for students who intend to pursue a Ph.D. An oral exam over the research is required for the thesis option. The non-thesis option (36 hours of graduate coursework) is considered a terminal degree. An oral exam is required during the graduating semester for the non-thesis option.

Both Master of Science degrees are available at a distance; each requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate coursework without a thesis. Students must take the last 6 semester credit hours from Texas Tech, and an oral exam is required during the semester of graduation.

This program has specializations in: Crop Protection, Crop Science, Soil Science, and Fibers and Biopolymers.

Special Education - Deafblindness (MED)

In conjunction with the state of Texas, the special education program provides for coursework in the certification areas of generic special education , education al diagnostician, visual impairment, and deaf education . Additional national certifications are available in orientation and mobility and applied behavior analysis. Students in the graduate special education program are prepared to work with individuals with disabilities in a variety of settings, including the public schools, higher education , and the private sector. A post-baccalaureate degree to obtain generic special education certification is also available. To be certified in the state of Texas, students must pass the TExES examination for their area.

Specific areas of interest within the special education program include autism, applied behavior analysis, generic special education , orientation and mobility, visual impairment, deafblindness, and deaf education .

A minimum of 36 hours is required for the master's degree. Additional hours are required for certain certificates, including education al diagnostician. Students may select to write a thesis or complete the non-thesis route. A majority of the courses in the master's program in special education are available online.

Special education program applicants for the post-baccalaureate, certification, master's, or doctoral program must complete an application found at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/ education /graduate/ . Acceptance to the master's program does not guarantee later acceptance to the doctoral program. For additional information, visit www.educ.ttu.edu .

Higher Education Administration - Online (MED)

The Higher Education program is a competency-based program for those who wish to lead, change, and reform higher education settings. It is designed to develop scholarly and theoretical practitioners and researchers who understand the importance of equity and social justice. Graduates of the program are equipped to apply theories and practical research as tools to name, frame, and solve problems of practice, using empirical evidence to evaluate impact and develop innovative solutions for colleges and universities.

The Higher Education program is committed to excellence in preparing and supporting administrative and instructional leaders for higher education, generating and supporting research in the field of higher education, and delivering public service to the practice of higher education. The program delivers teaching, research, and professional services to students, institutions of higher education, and other academic disciplines.

Students working on a master's degree may pursue either non-thesis or thesis options. The master's program requires completion of 36 semester credit hours. During their second semester, students must declare a thesis or non-thesis option. Later, if desired, they may switch from the thesis to the non-thesis option (or vice versa) with the permission of their advisor. However, thesis credit hours they have earned will not count toward the non-thesis degree. Each option has a set of required core courses that are selected in consultation with the student's advisor.

Contact: David Jones, Djones.jones@ttu.edu, 806-834-0989

School Psychology Certificate

The School Psychology Certificate, combined with a graduate-level degree with Psychology in the title (such as the Educational Psychology M.Ed. at Texas Tech University), prepares students for evidence-based practice and to become license-eligible as LSSPs in Texas.

The combined School Psychology course sequence is comprised of 57 hours of coursework. Students must also complete 3 semester credit hours of internship, which supports a 1200-hour internship placement, prior to graduation for a total of 60 hours. All requirements must be completed to be eligible for licensure and/or certification as a licensed specialist in school psychology (LSSP). Portions of the course sequence may be waived for students applying with an eligible Master's degree conferred.

Students are strongly encouraged to follow the course sequence as School Psychology-specific courses will only be taught in designated semesters. Due to this, prospective students are encouraged to apply for Fall admission, but Spring and Summer will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For more details on this program, please visit http://www.depts.ttu.edu/education/graduate/certificates/school_psychology.php.

Music - Performance - Jazz (DMA)

The DMA in Jazz Performance resembles the other DMA performance degrees in the School of Music in terms of basic degree plan and distribution of courses. Specific Jazz courses are contained on the degree plan.

Music - Performance - Tuba (DMA)

The M.M. in Music degree offers fields of specialization in composition, conducting, jazz performance, music theory, musicology, pedagogy, and performance. The degree consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, including recitals for the performance student, thesis for the musicology or music theory student, and an original composition for the composition student. The Master of Music degree in string pedagogy or keyboard pedagogy may be attained with a 36-hour program without a thesis.

For most degree programs, a personal interview or audition before the appropriate divisional faculty is required, and will be scheduled after a review of the materials requested above.  If travel to Texas Tech University is not an option, telephone interviews or online interviews may be an option.

Finance (MS) - Accelerated Program

The Master of Science in Finance equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the many fields of finance, including corporate finance, security analysis and valuation, investment management, commercial and investment banking, real estate analysis and investment, and many others.

Rawls College undergraduate finance students are encouraged to apply to the accelerated Bachelor's-to-Master's program as soon as they have completed 90 hours of undergraduate coursework, typically during their third year. Once admitted into the program, undergraduate students work with an advisor to add graduate coursework to their academic schedule. Students who do not have a finance background may be required to take appropriate leveling courses.

Program Deadlines

February 15th - Deadline for International applicants

May 1st - Deadline for Domestic applicants

Contact

Whitnie Hill (Advisor): eligibility questions and information about the program 806.834.1275

For application questions, please contact rawlsgrad@ttu.edu or call 806.742.3184

Ecology & Environmental Sustainability (PSM)

The Professional Science Master's degree (PSM) in Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resource Management is an interdisciplinary online degree that prepares graduates for science careers in business, government, or nonprofit sectors, and focuses on sustainability science as it applies to natural resources and the environment.