Admissions Requirements

1. Apply directly to the Texas Tech Graduate School.

2. Compile the following information:

q Completed university application form and application fee.

q Completed Spanish Graduate Program application.

q Completed teaching application form.

q GRE scores.^*

q Official copies of transcripts from all previously-attended universities. For transcripts not in English, and official translation is preferred.

q Statement of Purpose (300-500 words in Spanish): State the reasons why you are applying to this program, including a) your experience with the Spanish language, b) your experience with Hispanic cultures and literatures and c) their relationship to your future plans.

q Two letters of recommendations (at least one should be from a university professor). Letters can also be emailed to Liz Hildebrand.

q Optional: academic writing sample in Spanish (8-10 pages).

3. Send or fax compiled information to:

           Liz Hildebrand, Spanish Graduate Admissions

           Texas Tech University

           Box 42071

           Lubbock, TX 79409-2071, USA

           (Fax: 806.742.3306)

 

 

^*International students do not submit GRE scores. The requirement is the completion of one of the Texas Tech University-approved English exams with a score of:

50 on a TOEFL paper exam

213 on a TOEFL computer exam

79 on a TOEFL internet exam

6.5 on the IELTS

If the student has a degree from a U.S. university, the TOEFL and/or IELTS may be waived.