Texas Tech cost of attendance and housing budget
Start with the payment count in your lease. Add recurring charges and one-time fees, then keep the refundable deposit separate so you know how much cash to set aside.
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Read the published school budget
These estimates cover one 2026–27 academic year per domestic undergraduate living on or off campus. Texas Tech lists $7,500 for housing, $4,500 for food, $1,200 for books and supplies, $2,731 for transportation and $2,000 for personal expenses. For installment amounts and due dates, use your lease and university billing schedule.
Texas Tech Financial Aid undergraduate cost to attend · Checked
Show all six Texas Tech budgets
| Student group | Tuition and fees | Annual estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Texas resident | $11,852 | $29,783 |
| Nonresident | $24,451 | $42,382 |
| Engineering resident | $13,604 | $31,535 |
| Engineering nonresident | $26,204 | $44,135 |
| Business resident | $13,658 | $31,589 |
| Business nonresident | $26,258 | $44,189 |
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