Texas Christian University

Fort Worth, Texas
4-year Private university
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Overview

Texas Christian University is a private institution established in 1873 with suburban setting located at Fort Worth. It is ranked 98 in National Universities in 2024 edition of Best Colleges. Its tuition and fees are $57,220. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 10,523. It practices semester-based academic calendar.

#98 in National Universities
Setting
Suburban
Location Fort Worth, Texas
Type 4-year Private
Year Founded 1873
Selectivity Low
Size Medium
10,523 Undergraduates
Website https://www.tcu.edu

Learning

14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Business/Marketing
Most Popular Major

Majors Available

  • Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
  • Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
  • Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • English Language And Literature/Letters
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
  • Health Professions And Related Programs
  • History
  • Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
  • Mathematics And Statistics
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Natural Resources And Conservation
  • Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
  • Philosophy And Religious Studies
  • Physical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration And Social Service Professions
  • Social Sciences
  • Theology And Religious Vocations
  • Visual And Performing Arts

Cost

$74,554
Cost of Attendance
$32,005
Average Student Contribution
Instate Tution Fee $57,130
Outstate Tuition Fee $57,130
Room and Board Fees $14,800
$51,829 Median Salary After 2 years of Graduation

Applying

56% (Low Selectivity) Acceptance Rate
Admission Difficulty: Difficult
$50 Application Fee
Application Fee Waiver Available
3.7 Average High School GPA

Application Requirements

SAT/ACT Required
SAT/ACT Writing (essay) Not Required
SAT Subject Test Considered
Essay or Personal Statement Required
SAT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range
ACT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range

How to Apply?

Accepts CommonApp
Apply College's Own Application Portal
Other Applications Accepted Paper

For International Students

80 Minimum TOEFL Score
TOEFL Requirement: Required
IELTS Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of TOEFL)
TOEFL Waived if

English is language of instruction in school

Deadlines for Fall Intake Applications
Nov
01
Early Action Deadline
Nov
01
Early Decision Deadline
Feb
01
Regular Decision Deadline
Transfer Applications
Aug
01
Transfer Applications Deadline
For Financial Aid
Feb
15
Financial Aid Priority Application Deadline
May
01
Financial Aid Application Deadline

Scholarships and Financial Aid

$42,805 Average Financial Aid
Need-based Aid available for International Students

Need-based Aid

$40,747 Average Need-based Aid
Cost of Attendance for out-of-state students: $74,554
37% Students with need received Financial Aid
31.8% Students had their need fully met
Deadline for need-based financial application May 1
Forms to be submitted CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE, FAFSA

Merit Scholarships

Available
Chancellor's Scholarship
Total Worth Full tuition
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance A 3.0 cumulative GPA required at the conclusion of the freshman year and a 3.25 cumulative GPA required in subsequent years.
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
Dean's Scholarship
Total Worth $25,000 per year
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance A 3.0 cumulative GPA required at the conclusion of the freshman year and a 3.25 cumulative GPA required in subsequent years.
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
Faculty Scholarship
Total Worth $22,000
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance A 3.0 cumulative GPA required at the conclusion of the freshman year and a 3.25 cumulative GPA required in subsequent years.
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
TCU Scholarship
Total Worth $18,000 per year
Eligibility Incoming Freshman
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
Founder's Scholarship
Total Worth $12,000 per year
Eligibility Incoming Freshman
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A

Other Scholarships

TCU Mission Statement Scholarship
Total Worth $2,000
Details Created in 2002, The Ferrari Mission Award was given annually by Student Government to honor students who lived and carried out the University’s mission statement. Today, the Chancellor’s Office and Student Development Services partner in providing Mission Statement Scholarships totaling $6,000 each year. Three students are presented a $2,000 award at the fall Ring Ceremony in recognition for demonstrating excellence in fulfilling the TCU mission. You must be a current junior to apply. Applications for 2018 will open January 5 with a deadline of February 9.
Bob Bolen Leadership Scholarship
Total Worth Varies
Details The Bob Bolen Leadership Scholarship, provided by the generosity of The Sarah & Ross Perot, Jr. Foundation, honors Robert (Bob) Bolen, former Mayor of Fort Worth. The Bob Bolen Leadership Scholarship is open to current college sophomores or juniors who will be juniors and seniors beginning in the fall. Applicants should exhibit leadership ability and/or potential and a commitment to community service. Current and former military personnel, dependents of current and former military personnel, Eagle Scouts and Gold Scouts are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above and documented financial need as determined through the Office of Scholarships and Student Financial Aid. FAFSA must be received in the Office of Scholarships and Student Financial Aid by May 1.
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Students

10,523 Total Undergraduate Enrollment
School Size: Medium
91% Freshmen return to Sophomore Year
73% Students graduate within 6 years