TCU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 44.49%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1250. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $61,740
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at TCU:
- Total Enrollment: 12,938, including 318 online students
- 11,049 Undergraduate, 1,889 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 38.8% men, 61.2% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 86%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 12%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 93%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 193 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 8 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 81 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
TCU Overview
Texas Christian University (TCU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Fort Worth, TX. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The TCU's tuition & fees is $61,740 for the academic year 2024-2025. 81% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $32,812.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,938 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
TCU's acceptance rate is 44.49% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 24.72%. The median SAT score is 1250 and the ACT score is 29.
TCU ranked 114th in National Universities and 7th in Texas Colleges rankings. Texas Christian University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Texas Christian University is $61,740. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $38,658.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $66,617 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $41,770.
| Undergraduate | $61,740 |
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| Graduate | $38,658 |
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| Undergraduate | $66,617 |
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| Graduate | $41,770 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Texas Christian University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at TCU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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