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Texas Tech University's Lubbock campus is anchored by the Administration Building, an original 1925 landmark modeled after Spain's Universidad de Alcalá de Henares, with new Red Raiders moving into residence halls during "Tech-In" each August, many first-time freshmen housed in Chitwood and Weymouth Halls, home to the university's First Year Success Learning Community.
Enrollment
34,184
Total Students
Freshman Class
8,546
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 21 - August 23, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
69%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
A specific move-in timeslot is required and must be reserved in advance - residence halls will not open for occupancy outside your scheduled window. Texas Tech's campus is officially dry, meaning alcohol is prohibited in residence halls and at most university events. Texas Tech reached on-campus housing capacity for the 2026-27 academic year, so confirm your housing contract status well before the June 1 deadline to avoid needing a formal Housing Exemption.
August 21 - August 23, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Chitwood Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Weymouth Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Links open Texas Tech University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
Red Raider Orientation (RRO) (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - August 20, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$11,000
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
Get the Ultimate College Move-In Checklist
A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Texas Tech University.
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