Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Lead on to a bright future
Nurturing doers, dreamers, and trailblazers
Texas Christian University is a place where students learn how to adapt to whatever the future might bring, develop critical-thinking skills, and forge new paths. With a choice of rigorous academic programs in 115 undergraduate areas of study, 53 master’s-level programs, and 28 areas of doctoral study, Horned Frogs are primed for professional success and personal achievement after graduation. This is an education in which people are the priority. The TCU experience enables our students to broaden their intellects, beliefs, and values—the qualities most needed for leadership in a rapidly evolving environment.
Whether in the fine arts, health, or engineering, Horned Frogs can discover their passions and expand their talents. At TCU, professors love being in the classroom. These mentoring teacher-scholars also conduct well-published, leading-edge research, often with undergraduates at their side.
Horned Frogs live, learn, and play 24/7 in a beautiful setting in dynamic Fort Worth. They work out in state-of-the-art recreational facilities, watch Big 12 NCAA athletic competitions, and participate in 240 organizations, all without leaving campus—when they’re not providing thousands of hours of volunteer service to their community; interning in New York or London; practicing journalism in Washington, DC; experiencing international business in Hong Kong; or perfecting interior design skills in Florence. This is how Horned Frogs are learning to change the world.
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#89 Best National Universities | U.S. News & World Report |
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#3 Best-run colleges | The Princeton Review |
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#5 Best alumni network | The Princeton Review |
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#56 Best colleges for veterans | U.S.News & World Report |
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#3 Best quality of life | The Princeton Review |
• Founded in 1873
• Total enrollment of 12,273: 10,523 undergraduates, 1,750 graduate students
• Students hail from 50 states and 76 nations
• 115 undergraduate areas of study
• 53 master’s programs
• 28 areas of doctoral study
• 2,234 employees
• 699 full-time faculty members
• 86% of faculty with the highest degree in their discipline
• Freshman retention rate of 91%
• Student-faculty ratio of about 13:1
• 91,000 living alumni
• School colors: Purple and White
• School mascot: The Horned Frog
ACADEMIC COSTS (2022–2023)
Full-time tuition: $53,890
Housing and dining: $14,250
Books and supplies: $900
Total fall and spring estimated direct cost: $69,130
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Office of Admission awards academic scholarships to our highest achieving admitted students. First-year student awards are based primarily on a combination of grades, ACT or SAT score and curriculum rigor. Meeting minimum GPA and test scores does not guarantee scholarship eligibility. For purposes of both admission and scholarship consideration, TCU superscores both the ACT and the SAT. The SAT/ACT is optional in consideration of both admission and scholarship through 2023.
COMPETITIVE FRESHMAN AWARDS
• Chancellor’s Scholarship: Full tuition for four years
• Dean’s Scholarship: $25,000 per year
• Faculty Scholarship: $22,000 per year
• TCU Scholarship: $18,000 per year
• Founder’s Scholarship: $12,000 per year
SUCCESSFUL RESULTS
• $52,369 average starting salary
• 80% of students employed or enrolled in graduate school within 90 days of graduation
• 81% with internships
• 41% receiving academic credit for internships
• 2 internships completed per student