Academic Advising Holds prevent the student from enrolling in classes until the student receives academic advising, and vary by major. Students must meet with their advisor prior to class registration so that the student's program can be discussed and course recommendations can be made.
Action to take:
Attend your scheduled Red Raider Orientation session to meet with your academic advisor. No action prior to RRO is required.
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| Academic Orientation Hold (TR) - Red Raider Orientation |
| Academic Orientation Hold (TR) - Red Raider Orientation |
All incoming students will have an Academic Orientation Hold. This is the only hold that cannot be removed prior to your orientation session.
Action to take:
This hold will be removed when you complete your online modules and attend your scheduled Virtual Red Raider Orientation session.
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| Can I be placed on a waitlist for an RRO session that is full? |
| Can I be placed on a waitlist for an RRO session that is full? |
There is not a waitlist for RRO. Students can log in to check if any previously closed sessions have availability.
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| Can I see the session dates before I log-in to register? |
| Can I see the session dates before I log-in to register? |
Due to the limited amount of seats per major in each of the sessions, students must log-in to the registration system to see available dates.
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| Can I sign up for Housing/Dining Plan/Parking at RRO? |
| Can I sign up for Housing/Dining Plan/Parking at RRO? |
You can do this during your scheduled VRRO session. However, we suggest trying to take care of these items before participating in VRRO. Check the Admitted Student Tasklist for a list of all items to complete prior to participating in VRRO.
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| Can I switch my session dates after I have already registered? |
| Can I switch my session dates after I have already registered? |
Yes, you are able to switch session dates two days prior to your virtual RRO session. To change an orientation date, log back into the RRO registration system, click on the "Dates" tab, and choose an available session. Be sure to click "Save and Continue" or "Save and Exit Reservation" so the changes are saved.
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| Do I have to pay the guest fees before I submit my reservation? |
| Do I have to pay the guest fees before I submit my reservation? |
Red Raider Orientation has made the decision to provide Parent & Family/Guest programming free of charge for 2021. We will continue to provide programming, education, and involvement activities for parents, family members and guests.
Students should still register guests to for Red Raider Orientation so that we can provide you with information and resources.
If you need to change any information after you have already registered for orientation, you can log back into the registration website and update your information up to one week prior to your scheduled RRO session.
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| Do I have to pay the RRO fee before I submit my reservation? |
| Do I have to pay the RRO fee before I submit my reservation? |
The RRO fee is applied to your tuition bill and cannot be paid in advance.
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| Housing Form E (TR) – University Student Housing |
| Housing Form E (TR) – University Student Housing |
Students with fewer than 30 college hours, excluding dual credit or credit by exam, are required to live on campus unless exempted by University Student Housing. The "Housing Form E" registration and transcript hold is placed on a student's account when the student does not meet the criteria for an exemption from the residency requirement and has not yet signed up for on-campus housing.
Action to take:
To remove the hold, you must either show proof of your off-campus eligibility by fulfilling one of the exemption requirement categories listed in OP 30.25 OR sign up for a room on-campus using the Priority Room Selection system. To learn more, visit the University Student Housing website.
For questions, please contact TTU Housing at housing@ttu.edu.
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| How can admitted.ttu.edu help me? |
| How can admitted.ttu.edu help me? |
Admitted.ttu.edu provides a comprehensive checklist of steps for a student to take prior to beginning classes at Texas Tech University for the fall semester. The checklist tracks your completion of some of the items.
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| How do I change my major? |
| How do I change my major? |
To change your major:
Log in to your RaiderConnect account. Note: This is the account you used during the admission process and is different than the eRaider you will use for the Admitted Student Tasklist.
Select the correct application Note: Former Tech, Second Degree & Non-degree applications as well as currently registered student are NOT able to change majors through this process. If you are a currently enrolled TTU student, please contact your advisor to complete a transfer.
Select your requested major. Note: Some majors are restricted, meaning you will be allowed to select a major from the programs that you are qualified to enter. Please refer to information on admission requirements for specific colleges. If you have been admitted to the University at the time of your request, the options for changing your major could be restricted due to additional requirements of some programs. You will be allowed to select a major from the programs that you are qualified to enter.
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Red Raider Orientation has made the decision to provide Parent & Family/Guest programming free of charge for 2021. We will continue to provide programming, education, and involvement activities for parents, family members and guests.
Students should still register guests to for Red Raider Orientation so that we can provide you with information and resources.
If you need to change any information after you have already registered for orientation, you can log back into the registration website and update your information up to one week prior to your scheduled RRO session.
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| How much does it cost to attend Texas Tech University? |
| How much does it cost to attend Texas Tech University? |
You can estimate costs by viewing the Tuition and Fees and using the Financial Aid Estimator.
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| I am a distance learning student. Do I have to register for RRO? |
| I am a distance learning student. Do I have to register for RRO? |
Distance Learning students (not taking any courses on the Lubbock campus) need to contact the primary academic advisor of the desired online program for assistance.
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| I am an international student. What do I need to do for RRO? |
| I am an international student. What do I need to do for RRO? |
International students must attend Red Raider Orientation. Some students may also need to check-in with International Affairs. For more information, visit the Office of International Affairs site.
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| I am in the Honors College. Why does my "college" and major say something else? |
| I am in the Honors College. Why does my "college" and major say something else? |
The Honors College curriculum is completely independent of your major. The Honors College offers honors courses throughout the various academic colleges and majors at Texas Tech. Therefore, students of all majors can participate in the Honors program. If you are accepted into the Honors College, your College listed within the RRO Registration System and on the Admitted Student Dashboard will be associated with the academic major you chose on your ApplyTexas admissions application.
There is no "Honors" major. Students enroll in an academic program in a college of their choice AND they enroll in the Honors College at the same time; so most Honors students have dual enrollment in two colleges. The Honors College offers one major, Honors Arts & Letters (HAL) and one minor, Environment and the Humanities (EVHM). Students in the HAL program enroll only in the Honors College.
Students who apply to the Honors College at Texas Tech University will have a primary academic advisor in the College of the major they are pursuing, AND will also have an Honors College advisor who will help guide them in selecting courses to meet the Honors requirements. At Red Raider Orientation, you will meet with both your primary academic advisor and your Honors College advisor.
If you have questions about the Honors College, please email honors@ttu.edu or call (806) 742-1828
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| I attended a Transfer Visit Day/Connect Tech/University Day/Raider Roadshow and I have had a tour of campus. Why do I have to attend orientation? |
| I attended a Transfer Visit Day/Connect Tech/University Day/Raider Roadshow and I have had a tour of campus. Why do I have to attend orientation? |
Events through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions are designed to help students and guests become better acquainted with Texas Tech. In order to meet with an advisor and register for classes, Summer and Fall admitted students must attend Red Raider Orientation in June, July, or August. Spring admits must attend an orientation date in January.
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| I just completed an item on the checklist. Why didn't it change to "complete"? |
| I just completed an item on the checklist. Why didn't it change to "complete"? |
Once you have completed an item, please allow 24 to 48 hours for the tasklist to update your status to "Complete."
Some items on this tasklist (like parking and scholarship application) are not tracked electronically, but that does not mean they are not important or required. If you know you have completed an item, or have received a confirmation email, you can check the item off yourself.
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| I need to cancel my orientation. What do I do? |
| I need to cancel my orientation. What do I do? |
You should only cancel your Red Raider Orientation if you are no longer interested in attending Texas Tech University. If you are no longer wanting to attend Texas Tech, you will need to reach out to the Office of Admissions at 806-742-1480 to officially withdraw your application from Texas Tech University.
Please note that students that have completed their RRO online modules will still be assessed their orientation fee.
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| I need to test for TSI. When should I test? |
| I need to test for TSI. When should I test? |
We encourage all students to test prior to their virtual RRO. The Texas Success Initiative testing is vital in making sure you are able to register for classes at RRO. Due to the Coronavirus, offices are closed, and staff are working remotely. The TSI Assessment is currently only being administered online. To take the TSI Assessment, click on the following link https://www.depts.ttu.edu/testing/TSIvoucher.php. Read the information provided and complete the Request for an Off-Campus TSI Testing Voucher.
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| I want to be a coach or work in the health and fitness industry. What should I major in? |
| I want to be a coach or work in the health and fitness industry. What should I major in? |
The College of Education is now offering three new programs for students interested in coaching careers. A degree in Multidisciplinary Studies with a Minor in Coaching prepares students to teach math or science at the middle school level, grades 4 – 8, and gain the skills necessary for coaching in all sports. Multidisciplinary Science with a Minor in Coaching prepares students to teach Biology at the secondary level, grades 8 – 12, while gaining necessary skills for coaching sports in high school.
**Prior to Red Raider Orientation, you will need to verify only your major. During RRO, you can work with your Academic Advisor to declare a minor.
A second major option is Kinesiology, through the College of Arts & Sciences. This degree prepares individuals for professional careers, advanced graduate study, and entry into allied health programs (e.g., physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical school). Students majoring in Kinesiology may choose from one of four tracks: Exercise & Health Promotion, Exercise Science, Physical Education Teacher Education, or Sport Management.
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| I want to be a Nurse. What should my major be? |
| I want to be a Nurse. What should my major be? |
Pre-Nursing is considered a designation at Texas Tech University; it is not a major. Students designated as Pre-Nursing are advised by Pre-Professional Health Careers and will take the prerequisite nursing courses at Texas Tech in order to apply for admission to the School of Nursing at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center (or other nursing program) to complete their degree.
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| I wanted to major in Business, but my major is listed as Undeclared or another major. Can I switch back to Business? |
| I wanted to major in Business, but my major is listed as Undeclared or another major. Can I switch back to Business? |
Admission to Texas Tech University does not guarantee admission to the Rawls College of Business.
All business majors have enrollment restrictions for incoming first year students (see below). If you applied to a business major and did not meet the assured admission requirements, you were either admitted into your second major choice or as an undeclared student. And, if you still want to pursue a degree in business, don't worry; many TTU students apply to these restricted majors after their first year.
Assured Freshman Requirements Students graduating from an accredited high school who have the required combination of high school class rank and college entrance test scores indicated below will admitted into the COBA Pre-Business program.
First Year Students: If you were in the Top 10% of your class: -ACT Score: No minimum -SAT Score: No minimum If you were in the First Quarter (excluding 10%) of your class: -ACT Score: 24 -SAT Score: 1180 If you were in the Second Quarter of your class: -ACT Score: 26 -SAT Score: 1240 If you were in the Third Quarter of your class: -ACT Score: 27 -SAT Score: 1280 If you were in the Fourth Quarter of your class: -Application Review
Transfer Students: If you have 12-23 hours, you must have a 2.50 cumulative GPA If you have 24 or more hours, you must have a 2.25 cumulative GPA
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| I was just accepted to Texas Tech, but I keep getting an “unmatched imported student” error. |
| I was just accepted to Texas Tech, but I keep getting an “unmatched imported student” error. |
Once a student is accepted to Texas Tech, it can take up to 24 - 48 hours for your information to be imported to the Admitted Student Tasklist.
If you continue to see errors, please email admitted@ttu.edu.
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| If I change my major after I have already registered for RRO will I have to pick a new session? |
| If I change my major after I have already registered for RRO will I have to pick a new session? |
No, major changes do not require a session change. It may take up to 48 hours for the new major to appear in the system.
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| I'm really busy. Can I finish my RRO early? |
| I'm really busy. Can I finish my RRO early? |
All portions of RRO are considered mandatory. Please plan to participate in RRO all day, for the duration of your scheduled session. See the Schedule Overview for more details.
You don't want to miss important things like meeting your academic advisor and registering for classes. If you do not attend, arrive late or leave during any portion of the event, you may be blocked from registering for classes.
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| Immunization Requirement (TR) - Student Health |
| Immunization Requirement (TR) - Student Health |
All students are required to show proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) AND Meningitis vaccines before enrolling in classes.
We will be looking for two doses of the MMR vaccine and a current Meningitis vaccine. A current Meningitis vaccine is a vaccine that has been received within 5 years.
For more information on the immunization requirement, please visit the Immunization Requirements for New Students page on the Student Health Services website.
Action to take: Submit your records to Student Health Services by:
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| TSI Hold (TR) – Registrar's Office |
| TSI Hold (TR) – Registrar's Office |
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a state mandate that requires students to be assessed in reading, writing and math skills prior to enrolling in college, and to be advised based on the results of that assessment. For students enrolling without a TSI Exemptions, they will be required to take the TSI Assessment, to measure proficiency in the basic areas of study for fulfillment of the TSI requirement.
The TSI Student Compliance Office will place a registration hold on any student who requires testing. A student may have one of several TSI Holds depending on which areas require testing:
Math (M) Writing (W) Reading (R) Math and Writing (M/W) Math and Reading (M/R) Reading and Writing (R/W) All (M/W/R) Your hold might be followed by "em" and a date. This indicates that the Registrar's Office sent you an email on the date indicated to inform you about any required TSI testing.
Action to take:
The TSI Assessment exam is a state approved test for TSI compliance. This test is offered daily throughout orientation. You may come as a walk-in between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Seating is limited, but you will be worked into a testing lab as soon as a seat is available. You must take the exam before you can register for any classes.
All students needing to take the TSI Assessment are STRONGLY encouraged to test PRIOR to Red Raider Orientation.
Due to the Coronavirus, offices are closed, and staff are working remotely. The TSI Assessment is currently only being administered online. To take the TSI Assessment, click on the following link https://www.depts.ttu.edu/testing/TSIvoucher.php. Read the information provided and complete the Request for an Off-Campus TSI Testing Voucher.
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| TSI Hold New Student (TR) – Registrar's Office |
| TSI Hold New Student (TR) – Registrar's Office |
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a state mandate that requires students to be assessed in reading, writing and math skills prior to enrolling in college, and to be advised based on the results of that assessment. The TSI Hold New Student is a temporary hold placed on a student account until the TSI Compliance Office has had a chance to review your files.
Action to take:
No action is required to remove this hold. Once your records have been reviewed by the TSI Compliance Office the hold will automatically be removed if you are considered TSI Complete or will be replaced with a TSI Testing Hold.
You should check back to see if testing is required, as indicated by a TSI Hold for a specific test (see below).
If you think you might be complete, you can review the TSI Exemptions to find out if you will have to take the TSI Assessment test. If you are not exempt, you must take the TSI Assessment test.
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| TSI Needs Advising (TR) – Texas Success Initiative |
| TSI Needs Advising (TR) – Texas Success Initiative |
If you do not pass the Texas Success Initiative Assessment and do not meet one of the exemption requirements, the TSI Needs Advising Hold is placed to ensure students are registered in the appropriate developmental courses and that compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is being met.
Action to take:
When you attend Red Raider Orientation, you will meet with a TSI Advisor. During check-in at your RRO session, you will receive information with an appointment to meet your TSI Advisor. You MUST attend this TSI Advising session, in addition to your academic advising session, in order to register for classes.
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| What happens if I don't register for a Red Raider Orientation session and I show up in Lubbock for orientation? |
| What happens if I don't register for a Red Raider Orientation session and I show up in Lubbock for orientation? |
Red Raider Orientation is taking place virtually for 2021. You will not be able to come to campus for VRRO or to meet with an academic advisor and register for classes. For available sessions, log in to the orientation registration system.
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| What if I have other questions? |
| What if I have other questions? |
Email us at redraiderorientation@ttu.edu
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| What if I paid for my guests and they have decided not attend? |
| What if I paid for my guests and they have decided not attend? |
Red Raider Orientation has made the decision to provide Parent & Family/Guest programming free of charge for 20210. We will continue to provide programming, education, and involvement activities for parents, family members and guests.
Students should still register guests to for Red Raider Orientation so that we can provide you with information and resources.
If you need to change any information after you have already registered for orientation, you can log back into the registration website and update your information up to one week prior to your scheduled RRO session.
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In order to ensure student success, the Rawls College of Business Administration (COBA) has established minimum requirements and expectations for undergraduate business students. All students will be classified as COBA Pre-business students until they have successfully completed the Lower Division Coursework with a minimum cumulative 3.0 Texas Tech GPA. Students will then apply to a specific major within the Rawls College of Business.
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| What is a Registration Hold? |
| What is a Registration Hold? |
An important part of Red Raider Orientation is meeting your academic advisor and registering for classes for the Fall semester. However, before you can register for classes during orientation, you must clear any registration holds. We STRONGLY encourage you to take care of any registration holds you have prior to your RRO session to help ensure a smooth advising and registration process. A hold is placed on your record to indicate that an action is needed. Academic and administrative offices can place holds on a student's account for many reasons. You can view your holds when you log into the RRO registration system. Your holds, if any, are listed under the Questionnaire page, in the Student Information section. Below, we have listed some common holds you may encounter as a new student and instructions on how to take care of these holds.
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| What is an eRaider account? |
| What is an eRaider account? |
Your eRaider account is your TTU electronic identification. Your eRaider is a single username and password that is required to access many resources at TTU.
Your eRaider account allows you to access your TechMail (e-mail), access the campus Wifi internet, access RaiderLink for class registration and information, download free software, and much more.
In accordance with University Policy and to protect your privacy, you should never divulge your eRaider Username and Password to anyone. No University Official or University sanctioned service provider will ever ask you for your eRaider password.
NOTE: Your eRaider account is different than the Raider Connect credentials you used during the Admissions process.
How to set up an eRaider ithelpcentral@ttu.edu IT Help Central, 806.742.HELP
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| What is an Rnumber? And where do I find mine? |
| What is an Rnumber? And where do I find mine? |
Your Rnumber is your official Texas Tech Student ID number. It is an 8-digit number, preceded by the letter "R". To find your Rnumber:
Go to www.raiderlink.ttu.edu Log in with your eRaider username and password. On the top of the page you will see the word Welcome followed by your name. Underneath your name, you will find a R followed by an 8-digit number. This is your TechID Number. Memorize this number. It will never change during your time at Texas Tech You can also find your Rnumber inside the Red Raider Orientation registration system on the "Personal Information" page.
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| What is Foundational Engineering? |
| What is Foundational Engineering? |
All new students who met assured admission requirements are admitted to the Whitacre College of Engineering. During your first year, you will initially work to complete a Foundational Engineering curriculum within your emphasis area.
Although your major will be listed as "Foundational Engineering" during your first year, you will still work toward your engineering emphasis area: Chemical, Civil, Computer, Construction, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, Mechanical, Petroleum, or Computer Science.
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Raider Welcome is a series of FUN and FREE events held prior to the first week of classes to help introduce you to campus and other students. More information is available at www.raiderwelcome.ttu.edu.
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| What will my parents do during RRO? Will we be together the whole time? |
| What will my parents do during RRO? Will we be together the whole time? |
There will be sessions for students only, for guests only, and some for both students and guests. Students and guests will be provided a schedule that outlines each session.
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| When can I move into the residence halls? |
| When can I move into the residence halls? |
You can find information related to residence hall move-in at housing.ttu.edu/movein
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| When do I register for classes? |
| When do I register for classes? |
Class registration takes place during a student's scheduled virtual Red Raider Orientation (RRO). Red Raider Orientation (RRO) is mandatory for all new first-year and transfer students. Additional information and dates for RRO is available at www.redraiderorientation.ttu.edu.
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| Where is my RRO confirmation email? |
| Where is my RRO confirmation email? |
RRO confirmation emails are sent to a student's TTU email account, which can be accessed at mail.ttu.edu by logging in with the eRaider username and password. For further assistance, contact 806-742-2993 or at redraiderorientation@ttu.edu.
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| Where will orientation take place? What is the schedule? |
| Where will orientation take place? What is the schedule? |
Red Raider Orientation will take place virtually for 2021. A complete schedule will be provided to students and guests at RRO.
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| Who can I contact with other questions related to making the transition to Texas Tech University? |
| Who can I contact with other questions related to making the transition to Texas Tech University? |
Transition & Engagement, 201 Student Union, 806.742.2993, admitted@ttu.edu
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| Why can't I log into the tasklist? |
| Why can't I log into the tasklist? |
If you are an admitted student and are having issues logging into the Admitted Student Tasklist, make sure your eRaider is working. Please note: your eRaider log in is different than the Raider Connect credentials you used during the Admissions process.
Additionally, only students who are FULLY admitted to Texas Tech University can access the Admitted Student Tasklist. You may need to check the status of your application.
If you continue to receive errors, please email admitted@ttu.edu
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| Why is my major listed as ExploreSTEM? |
| Why is my major listed as ExploreSTEM? |
Students who do not meet the assured admission requirements for the Whitacre College of Engineering but are still admitted to Texas Tech University are initially admitted to the ExploreSTEM Program.
While in ExploreSTEM, you will enroll in normal university core curriculum and engineering math courses. ExploreSTEM students benefit from the highly personal, success-oriented, and career-focused advising provided by University Advising during your first academic semesters at Texas Tech.
To change into Foundational Engineering after your first semester, students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on at least 12 hours of Texas Tech coursework that is included in the foundational curriculum.
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