Application Process

Graduate Programs 

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers the Ph.D. and M.S. degree in Chemistry, with a specialization in five subfields: analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. Most information on these programs can be found by looking through the research interests of our faculty and the graduate courses we offer. 
 
Graduate Studies may begin in either the Fall or the Spring semester. Applications are evaluated as they are received; however, the following application deadlines apply.  

 

 
When gathering your application documents, please have the following prepared to upload to the application portal.

• Unofficial transcripts for all college & universities you have attended
• Copies of TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores (if international)**
• Resume or CV. Include in your resume/CV full references to any publications you are an author on. Make sure to include the appropriate doi when applicable.
• Statement of purpose or intent
• Two references of professors, instructors or someone you have worked for professionally in a chemistry or biochemistry field.
  • Reference letters should be both signed and on official letterhead
• Answers to the Questions for Chemistry under the Custom Questions
  • Please list at least two areas of interest
  • Please list the three professors with whom you would most like to work. It is suggested that you also explain these three choices in your statement of purpose.
  • The application fee is currently set at $75 USD. You will be required to pay this fee upon submission of your application. 

 
*The GRE is not currently required for admission to the Graduate School at TTU. 
**For international students, official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores not more than 2 years old must be submitted by the 12th class day of your first semester at Texas Tech University. 
 
When you are ready, apply to our program through the Graduate School by clicking the button below: 

 

Apply

If you are a first-time applicant, you will need to create a new account in the application portal. Please make sure to list an e-mail address that you check regularly when creating this account. After your account is created, answer the questions regarding your student information, upload and submit all required documents, and submit your application. 

 

Having issues in the application portal? 
If you experience any technical issues with your application, or need to request changes, please send an e-mail to graduate.admissions@ttu.edu for assistance. Include in this email:

Your full name 
Your application number (A-XXXXXXX) 
The term for which you are applying 
A brief description of the issue you are experiencing or the request you are making