Texas Tech University :: College of Outreach & Distance Education
Online & Off-campus Courses
Can't get into the class you want?
Take an online class when the class you need is already full.
Have a hectic schedule?
Online classes allow the flexibility you need to resolve scheduling conflicts and still get the credit you need.
Going away for the summer of winter break? Studying abroad?
Take Texas Tech with you. Online courses make it possible to take courses wherever you are.
Semester-based versus non-semester-based courses
What's the difference?
Non-semester-based Courses
Semester-based Courses
What's the difference?
Semester-based Courses
  1. You must first apply and be accepted to the University before enrolling. If you are planning to take just one course (your intent is not to pursue a degree or certificate), choose the "non-degree seeking" option.
  2. Courses are available during spring, summer 1, summer 2, and fall semesters.
  3. Courses are approximately one to three months in length (depending on the semester or course). View the Academic Calendar.
  4. Courses are offered online or at various off-campus locations. Search the course catalog.
Non-semester-based Courses
Administered through the College of Outreach and Distance Education, non-semester based courses are available at any time, to be completed within six months of the date of enrollment. Search the course catalog.

Texas Tech University students must download and complete Enrollment Form. Please note that the form must be submitted to CODE within 10 days of the date it was signed. Due to academic signature requirement, students pursuing a degree through Texas Tech are unable to enroll online.

College students not enrolled in a Texas Tech University degree program are not required to receive approval and can enroll online, although it is suggested that they determine applicability of CODE courses to their degree plans.
How to Enroll
Enroll in Semester-based Courses
  1. You must first apply and be accepted to the University before enrolling. If you are planning to take just one course (your intent is not to pursue a degree or certificate), choose the "non-degree seeking" option.
  2. Check with your advisor to determine eligibility and applicability before enrolling.
  3. Enroll [go to MyTech (for students) tab to register]