About PhD Program,
Offered by the School of Accounting, our PhD in Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting is designed to train students to conduct analytical and timely empirical research to prepare them for successful academic careers. The program leverages the resources and excellence of Rawls College in related fields such as finance, management, economics and statistics.
Our faculty have been published in many elite journals with research interests ranging from audit, taxation, earnings management, oil/gas accounting, corporate sustainability and accounting information systems. Their research accomplishments allow us to provide a challenging and rewarding environment in which students can work closely with faculty, whatever their fields of interest.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- Unofficial copies of transcripts, and test scores are required for application evaluation purposes. If admitted, you will be required to submit official transcripts, diplomas/degree certificates, and test scores. Please do not send official transcripts until you have received a notice of acceptance from Texas Tech Graduate School.
- All applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution in the United States or its equivalent from a foreign institution. Non-US institutions must be recognized by their government/government ministry or department to award undergraduate and/or post-graduate degrees.
- For more specified information on required transcripts, see the “Country-Specific Document Information”
PhD Funding Coverage,
Our numerous funding opportunities combined with Lubbock’s low cost of living, help us ensure our PhD program is affordable and competitive. Through both Rawls College and the Texas Tech University Graduate School, doctoral students can apply for assistantships, scholarships, travel stipends and research grants.
Nearly all admitted students in good academic standing receive funding support through assistantships and scholarships. Assistantships are generally available for a period of four years and provide students the opportunity to receive an out of state tuition waiver. Additionally, students can qualify for scholarships.
Funding is available to support student research and conference travel.
Application Requirement,
- Application (Required) – submit a completed application online.
- Non-refundable application fee(Required) – $75 initial application fee, or $25 for each subsequent application in the same term.
- Transcripts(Required)
- Resident Alien Card(Required for Immigrant Permanent Residents)
- Transcripts & Required Documents
- Official Proof of English Proficiency
- Proof of Financial Support (Optional)
- Residency Questionnaire Information for Tuition
- Restricted IP Addresses
- Return of Documents
Application Deadline,
Jan 15, 2025
Application Fee,
- $75 initial application fee (non-refundable)
- $100 after January 15 for Summer applications
- $100 after April 15 for Fall applications
- $100 after September 15 for Spring applications
