In general, winning admission to Texas Tech comes down to three simple steps:
1
Contact a member of TTU-CR’s Recruitment Team. They will invite you to campus, get you a fee waiver, and help you fill in your application form.
2
Share your achievements:
English proficiency test scores
High school or previous university transcripts, translated into English
SAT or ACT score (recommended)
3
Wait for your admission and picture yourself as a Red Raider! Don't forget to check your email frequently for notifications and important information.
Exam Options | Texas Tech Costa Rica
Exam Options
TSI: Assesses college readiness in math, reading, and writing. Required for students entering Texas public colleges and universities.
ACT: Standardized test with sections on English, math, reading, and science, plus an optional writing section. Scores range from 1 to 36.
SAT: Measures knowledge in reading, writing, and math. Maximum score is 1600, widely accepted by universities.
Duolingo: Online test with adaptive assessment in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Results in 48 hours.
Cambridge: Internationally recognized exams from A2 to C2. Includes B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE).
IELTS: Tests listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Two versions: Academic (university) and General Training (work/migration).
TOEFL: Used for university admissions, evaluating reading, listening, speaking, and writing. Scores range from 0 to 120.
English Proficiency Exemption
Students from some countries are exempt from submitting English proficiency examination scores. Check with our Admissions Team to apply for a waiver. *Scores can be from TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, Cambridge CPE, Cambridge CAE, or Duolingo.
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