FAQ | Texas Tech K-12

What is Texas Tech K-12?

Texas Tech K-12 is an accredited online school offering kindergarten through 12th-grade educational options through Texas Tech University. Programs include full-time tuition-free and tuition-paid enrollment, individual courses, Credit by Exams (CBEs), dual credit and educational solutions for schools and districts.

Is Texas Tech K-12 accredited?

Yes. Texas Tech K-12 is accredited and provides curriculum aligned with applicable Texas education standards.

Is Texas Tech K-12 fully online?

Yes. Texas Tech K-12 provides online educational options that allow students to complete coursework remotely. Program schedules, enrollment timelines and testing requirements vary depending on the student’s program.

What grades does Texas Tech K-12 serve?

Texas Tech K-12 provides educational options for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

Where can Texas Tech K-12 students live?

Eligibility varies by program. The tuition-free program is available to eligible Texas residents. Tuition-paid options are available to students in Texas, throughout the U.S. and internationally.

What is the difference between the tuition-free and tuition-paid programs?

Texas Tech K-12 offers two full-time online school options.

The tuition-free College Preparatory Academy is available to eligible Texas residents and follows designated enrollment periods, academic calendars and applicable public-school requirements.

The full-time tuition-paid program is available to students in Texas, other states and internationally and provides greater flexibility in enrollment timing.

Both programs provide Texas Tech K-12 curriculum and can lead to a Texas high school diploma for students who meet graduation requirements.

Tuition-Free Program | Tuition-Paid Program

Which Texas Tech K-12 program is right for my student?

The best option depends on the student's location, academic needs, enrollment timeline and whether they need a full-time program or individual courses.

Explore Texas Tech K-12 Programs

Can my child take only one Texas Tech K-12 course?

Yes. Students may enroll in individual Texas Tech K-12 courses without becoming full-time students. Students enrolled at another school should confirm with their school counselor that the course will meet their academic requirements before enrolling.

Individual Courses

Can homeschool students enroll in Texas Tech K-12?

Yes. Texas Tech K-12 offers options for students transitioning from or supplementing homeschool education. Enrollment and documentation requirements depend on the program selected and the student's academic history.

Does Texas Tech K-12 offer credit recovery?

Yes. Texas Tech K-12 offers courses and Credit by Exams that may help eligible students recover academic credit. Students should work with their school counselor or Texas Tech K-12 academic advisor to determine the appropriate option.

Credit by Exams

Does Texas Tech K-12 offer dual credit?

Yes. Eligible high school students can take dual credit courses that allow them to earn high school and college credit simultaneously.

Dual Credit

Does Texas Tech K-12 offer Credit by Exams?

Yes. Texas Tech K-12 offers more than 150 Credit by Exams (CBEs) for eligible students seeking course credit, credit recovery or academic acceleration.

Credit by Exams

Who is eligible for Texas Tech K-12's tuition-free program?

Texas Tech K-12's tuition-free College Preparatory Academy is available to eligible Texas-resident students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Students must meet current eligibility and enrollment requirements, and admission is subject to available capacity and designated enrollment periods.

Tuition-Free Eligibility & Enrollment

When can I apply for the tuition-free program?

Texas Tech K-12 accepts tuition-free applications during designated enrollment periods. Application deadlines and enrollment dates may vary by semester.

Current Enrollment Dates

How does the tuition-free lottery work?

When eligible applications exceed available capacity, Texas Tech K-12 may use a lottery to determine enrollment. Current lottery dates, deadlines and instructions are posted with tuition-free enrollment information.

What do I need to apply for the tuition-free program?

Application requirements vary based on the student's grade level and academic history. Families should review the current application checklist for required documentation, eligibility requirements and enrollment deadlines before applying.

What does tuition-free mean?

Eligible students enrolled in the tuition-free program do not pay tuition for their full-time Texas Tech K-12 education. Families should review current program information for any additional responsibilities, technology requirements or other applicable costs.

What are the attendance requirements for tuition-free students?

Tuition-free students must meet Texas Tech K-12 attendance, academic engagement and course-progress requirements. Families should review the current Student Handbook and academic calendar for specific expectations.

Student Handbook | Academic Calendar

Does Texas Tech K-12 follow a traditional school calendar?

Academic calendars and attendance requirements vary by program. Tuition-free students must follow the current Texas Tech K-12 academic calendar and meet required attendance and academic progress expectations.

Academic Calendar

Are STAAR and EOC exams required?

Students enrolled in the tuition-free Texas Tech K-12 program must participate in applicable state-required assessments, including STAAR and End-of-Course exams.

STAAR & EOC Testing Information

Who can enroll in the full-time tuition-paid program?

The full-time tuition-paid program is available to students seeking flexible online education through Texas Tech K-12. Students may reside in Texas, elsewhere in the U.S. or internationally.

What does asynchronous learning mean?

Asynchronous learning means students and teachers do not have to be online at the same time for daily instruction. Students can log in and complete lessons and assignments at times that work for their schedule while still meeting Texas Tech K-12 academic, attendance and course-progress requirements.

Teachers provide instruction, feedback and academic support throughout the course, but students are responsible for actively engaging with their coursework and staying on track.

When can tuition-paid students enroll?

Tuition-paid enrollment offers greater flexibility than the tuition-free program. Students should review current admissions information for enrollment dates, course timelines and requirements.

Tuition-Paid Enrollment

Can tuition-paid students earn a Texas high school diploma?

Yes. Full-time tuition-paid high school students who successfully meet Texas Tech K-12 graduation requirements can earn a Texas high school diploma.

Graduation Requirements

How much does the tuition-paid program cost?

Tuition and fees vary based on enrollment and program needs. Families should review the current tuition and fee schedule for the most up-to-date pricing.

Tuition & Fees

Are Texas Tech K-12 classes live or self-paced?

Texas Tech K-12 courses are primarily asynchronous, meaning students do not attend live classes at a set time each day. Instead, students access lessons, assignments and course materials online and complete their work on a flexible schedule within established course and program timelines.

While asynchronous learning provides flexibility in when students complete their daily coursework, students are expected to maintain consistent academic engagement and progress. Specific schedules, deadlines and requirements vary by program and course.

How much time should students spend on coursework?

The amount of time needed varies by grade level, course and student. Students should maintain consistent academic engagement and progress to stay on track with program requirements and completion deadlines.

How do students communicate with their teachers?

Texas Tech K-12 students have access to instructors and academic support throughout their courses. Communication options and expectations vary by course and program.

How can parents monitor their student's progress?

Parents and guardians can monitor student progress through available Texas Tech K-12 systems and should maintain regular communication with their student and Texas Tech K-12 team.

What technology does my student need?

Students need reliable access to a computer and internet connection that meet current Texas Tech K-12 technology requirements. Some courses and assessments may have additional software, webcam, microphone or proctoring requirements.

How are Texas Tech K-12 exams proctored?

Some Texas Tech K-12 exams require online proctoring. Current online proctoring requirements, technology specifications and testing instructions are available through Texas Tech K-12 Testing Resources.

Online Proctoring Requirements

Can students earn a Texas high school diploma through Texas Tech K-12?

Yes. Eligible full-time students who successfully complete Texas Tech K-12 graduation requirements can earn a Texas high school diploma.

Graduation Requirements

Are Texas Tech K-12 courses NCAA-approved?

Select Texas Tech K-12 high school courses are approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center. Student-athletes should verify that their specific course is NCAA-approved before enrolling.

Can Texas Tech K-12 students earn college credit?

Eligible students may have opportunities to earn college credit through Texas Tech K-12 dual credit offerings.