Texas Tech University - Demographics & Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

Texas Tech University has a diverse student body with 44% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White

55.3%(17,704)

Hispanic

29.5%(9,457)

African American

6.1%(1,966)

Asian

3.2%(1,022)

American Indian or Alaska Native

0.3%(108)

Pacific Islander

0.1%(22)

Two or More Races

4.3%(1,368)

Unknown

1.2%(380)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color44%

Total Enrollment40,378

International Students2%

Cultural Engagement

Texas Tech University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Texas Tech University has a gender distribution of 49% female students and 51% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men

50.8%(16,548)

Women

49.2%(16,031)

Other

0.0%(10.5)

Gender Statistics

Men16,548

41% of total enrollment

Women16,031

40% of total enrollment

Other10.5

0% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Texas Tech University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 76% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 7% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18

1.0%(340)

18-19

39.2%(12,786)

20-21

37.2%(12,111)

22-24

15.9%(5,166)

25+

6.7%(2,176)

Graduate Student Ages

18-19

0.0%(2)

20-21

3.7%(288)

22-24

29.5%(2,299)

25+

66.8%(5,210)

Age Diversity Insights

76%

Traditional Age (18-21)

Non-Traditional (25+)

19%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Texas Tech University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 91% in-state residents, 7% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State

91.2%(6,103)

Out-of-State

7.2%(479)

International

1.6%(109)

Regional Representation

In-State6,103

91% of student body

Out-of-State479

7% of student body

International109

2% of student body

States Represented

47 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

44%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

49%

Female Students

Global Reach