Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003636
- Phone: (281) 487-1170
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
47.12%FINANCIAL AID RATE
80%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
16FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$24,704Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Texas Christian University
5912 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX
Texas Christian University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fort Worth, Texas, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Around 9,100 students enroll at Texas Christian University yearly.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Communications And Journalism
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1600 to 1920 on the SAT and between 24 to 29 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Texas Christian University. 38% of those students that apply are admitted to Texas Christian University, of which 26% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $36,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $7,100. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.
The mascot for TCU is the "Horned Frogs", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
- Football (NCAA Division I-A)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-A)
Students who would like to learn more about TCU may check out their website at http://www.tcu.edu/.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Texas Christian University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Texas Christian University is around 11,000 students. The student body is made up of 87% undergraduate students and 20% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $49,000-$59,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $2,100 to $2,500 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 80% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 70% | $25,367 |
Receiving Student Loans | 30% | $14,443 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Texas Christian University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dance Program
- Dietetics Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Texas Christian University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big Twelve Conference)
- Basketball (Big Twelve Conference)
- Track and Field (Big Twelve Conference)
- Football (Big Twelve Conference)
- Golf
- Rifle
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball
- Equestrian
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Texas Christian University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Farm and Ranch Management (B, C)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Journalism (B)
- Broadcast Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Rhetoric and Composition (D)
- Creative Writing
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Nurse Anesthetist (C, D)
- Dietetics (B)
- Nursing Administration (D)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Nursing Education (C)
- Pediatric Nursing
History
- History (B, D, M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
- Liberal Arts (M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Developmental And Child Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Geography (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- International Relations (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
- Interior Design (B)
- Music (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Art History (B, M)
- Dance (B)
- Music Theory and Composition (B, D, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Voice and Opera (B, M)
- Photography (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Sculpture (B)
- Ceramic Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Texas Christian University.
- Texas Wesleyan University in Lubbock, TX (5 miles away)
- Southwestern Adventist University in San Marcos, TX (22 miles away)
- Dallas Baptist University in Carrollton, TX (24 miles away)
- University of Dallas in Dallas, TX (27 miles away)
- Parker University in Canton, MA (29 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in Texas
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- Compare other Texas Christian and Bible Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003636
- Phone: (281) 487-1170
- School Homepage