Overview
Student Population
| Location | Fort Worth, Texas |
| Online | tcu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Texas Christian University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) faith. In the most recent statistical year 19,782 prospective students applied, and 10,606 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,560 enrolled in the school. 11,621 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 317 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $51,570 plus fees of $90. TCU is ranked 96 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Academics
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Outcomes
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TCU is rated within the top 20% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Texas Christian University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#96 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#82 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Texas
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Texas
#325 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1130/1350 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.68 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $90 |
| Room and Board | $14,040 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,828 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,428 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Communication | 18% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228875 IPEDS survey data for Texas Christian University.
Current students may use the Texas Christian University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.