Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Yes, TTUHSC is online, offering a robust curriculum in healthcare that students can complete entirely remotely throughout its six schools. Online programs are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels, from online bachelor’s degree programs to online doctoral degrees. NCES data shows that 33% of TTUHSC undergrads and 43% of graduate students enroll in online-only education. Fields of study include nursing, healthcare administration, public health, and mental health counseling.

TTUHSC offers some unique programming options. For example, an online accelerated veteran to BSN program is available for former service members who have received prior military medical training and want to apply their experience to a nursing degree. Full-time student veterans can complete this 61-credit program in as little as a year. 

Yes, TTUHSC is a good school. In addition to having an exceptionally high graduation rate, College Scorecard data shows TTUHSC alumni have high median earnings of approximately $84,000, almost double the average for all four-year colleges and universities. According to NCES data, TTUHSC also has a very low 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio, which means students can expect smaller class sizes conducive to receiving quality individualized instruction. 

TTUHSC also has a favorable institutional accreditation status. TTUHSC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctorate degrees, and certificates. This accreditation status signifies that SACSCOC finds TTUHSC’s financial practices sound and its academic programming meets federal quality standards. Additionally, nine industry-specific agencies programmatically accredit TTUHSC for its various healthcare and education degree programs.

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It may also be helpful to consider that the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard data shows that TTUHSC has a significantly higher-than-average graduation rate of 92%. 

TTUHSC is known for its impact on the local community and healthcare through education, research, and care delivery. It holds the unique distinction of being a Special Focus Four-Year Research Institution (Very High Research Activity University), as designated by The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. As of 2022, TTUHSC is one of only 22 elite four-year special-focus research universities nationwide to receive this honor due to the high quality of its healthcare, medicine, and research curriculum. 

According to College Scorecard, TTUHSC’s bachelor’s degrees in registered nursing, clinical/medical laboratory science, and communication disorders sciences provide the highest earnings for graduates. Graduates earn median annual salaries of approximately $76,600, $61,300, and $55,100, respectively.

Additionally, OnlineU's proprietary Salary Score ranks colleges by how much their alumni earn compared to graduates with the same degree nationwide. Out of 100 points, TTUHSC has a bachelor’s Salary Score of 49, 57 for its master’s, and 56 for its doctoral degrees. Its bachelor’s degrees in health and medical administrative services have a near-perfect Salary Score of 98.

It’s unknown how difficult it is to get into TTUHSC. It’s unclear if entrance exams, such as the SAT and ACT are required, though the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) may be required for enrollment into TTUHSC’s School of Medicine. TTUHSC doesn’t report acceptance information to College Scorecard.

It always helps to meet with an admission advisor to ensure you have everything you need and meet all minimum requirements when applying to college. They can tell you how competitive the school or program you’re interested in is.

Each TTUHSC school and program may have individual GPA requirements. For example, its nursing bachelor’s degree program prefers that students apply with a 3.0 GPA or higher, while other programs only require 2.5.  However, you should always consider your previous academic performance when picking a college — the more competitive the college, the higher the minimum GPA they are looking for. 

TTUHSC’s admission requirements for new students may vary by school and program. However, students should be prepared to submit the following as part of their application:

• An application
• A $75 application fee
• Official high school transcripts or GED
• Official college transcripts, if transferring credits
• Official military transcripts, if applicable
• MCAT scores, if applicable

Depending on the program, students may also need to submit documents, such as proof of licensure, immunization records, and a resume. Some students may be required to pass a background check. An admission advisor can guide you through the process.

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