Overview

At Geosciences - Geophysics from Texas Tech University students completing the B.S. degree will have the knowledge, tools, and technical skills necessary to understand and address global needs for society, while working to protect the environment of Earth. Students pursuing a B.S. in Geosciences are required to maintain a TTU GPA of 2.5 to remain in the program.

About Geoscience

Geoscience is a diverse field which focuses on the study of the Earth and other planets and how these systems evolve through time. Geoscientists apply principles of physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics to understand the evolution of earth history. Geoscientists are employed in environmental engineering, energy, and mining companies; state and federal agencies; and in education, law, and business. The B.S. in Geosciences commonly leads to graduate studies in the physical sciences as well as the STEM MBA.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Our Planet Earth: Principles of Geology

Our Planet Earth: Principles of Geology Laboratory

Calculus I with Applications

Principles of Chemistry

Experimental Principles of Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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Spring intake priority deadline for domestic students.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lubbock, United States

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 445 other Bachelors in Earth Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

High school transcript(s) [Texas Tech University will complete internal credential evaluation]
$75 application fee
Proof of English proficiency
SAT/ACT scores
Essay(s)
Letter(s) of recommendation
Resume

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24451 USD / year

≈ 24451 USD / year
Out-of-State

24451 USD / year

≈ 24451 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11852 USD / year

≈ 11852 USD / year

Living costs

Lubbock

United States

909 - 1335 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

About Geoscience

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Lubbock

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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