Texas Tech University

I'm a really good student, but even still you should not have too much of a problem with the school work here. a lot of the professors have their own little quirkyness, but they still do a good job at presenting the information. Lubbock is pretty much a shit hole outside of the campus, but the campus is really nice and you can always find something to do on campus or in the close surronding area (parties). The only really bad part of Tech is that it is really far from everything.

1st Year Male -- Class 2011

Faculty Accessibility: A+, Surrounding City: D+

Landscape Architecture Student:

Over all, Texas Tech is a good school. My only real complaint is that the math department relies too much on foreign profs. 80% do not speak English as their first language, and of those 50% don't speak English well. Consider yourself lucky to find an American (especially Texan) prof in a math class. Otherwise, faculty is very friendly and helpful. Bad profs are rare, but like anywhere, they do exist.

In the LARC department, the faculty is knowledgeable and helpful. You do get criticized when needed, and rewarded as well. The facilities for the department (Pavilion and old animal science building anyway)are in need of updating, but the 'new' PSS building is decent with good access to technology.

On the technology side, most Microsoft software (Windows XP and Vista too) is very affordable and even free if you download it from the school! This will save you HUNDREDS of dollars, and there is free tech support for any computer ailments. There is WiFi all over campus, and it is fast with each student having access to 6+ Mbps. And if you live off campus there is a free VPN service giving you access to University servers.

Aesthetically, the school has some good Spanish Renaissance Architecture (the only exception are buildings built between 1940 and 1980). The landscaping is pretty nice, but could be maintained better. Having said that, it is still far better than most schools; and you will be pleased with the nice views, and open spaces. The SUB is probably the best-designed building on campus so far, but a new BA building is being constructed, as is a new Recreation pool with slides and a river.Speaking of recreation, the Rec center is huge, with lots to do, and even includes rock climbing and in indoor track. There are many open fields for when you fee like playing football with your buddies, and there are plenty of places to kick back and study or read, or whatever. And on game days, the entire city turns into a big party, and the parking lots fill with over 10,000 people tailgating. Get too drunk and you get a P.I., but stay within means, and you'll have a blast!

2nd Year Male -- Class 2012

Perceived Campus Safety: A+, Surrounding City: B-

4th Year Male -- Class 2000

Education Quality: A+,