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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.tcu.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Texas Christian University
Texas Christian University (TCU) is a private Christian research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Founded in 1873 by Addison and Randolph Clark as AddRan Male and Female College, it is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its nine colleges and schools. The university is known for its strong academics, spirited campus life, and Horned Frogs athletics, competing in NCAA Division I Big 12 Conference.
Key Facts
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 325 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
3/10
Diversity
8/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$21,628 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 1/10
Popular fields
Health AdministrationCounselingComputer ScienceCommunicationData SciencePsychologyEducationNursing
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Student Life
12,000 students (900 international)
Campus: Urban, 325 acres
Location: Fort Worth, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
Mary Couts Burnett LibraryAmon G. Carter StadiumResearch LabsStudent HousingDining Halls
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 54%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 54%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school