TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

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Texas Christian University

School Overview

Texas Christian University has a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a large city (in Ft Worth, TX). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral (and professional) degree.

Contacting the School

2800 S University Dr
Ft Worth, TX 76129
Main Phone: (817) 257-7000
Web Site: www.tcu.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 7,306 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 548 male students and 903 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 37.8% of the student body, while females made up 62.2%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (5)%, Hispanic (6)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 71.4% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 510. One quarter of students scored at least 620.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 520 or higher. One fourth of students scored 630 or higher.

Degree Levels

Certificate, < 1 year
Certificate, 1-2 years
Certificate, 2-4 years
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctor's Degree
First-Professional Degree

Degree Programs

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Agribusiness

Agricultural Business And Management

Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Area Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

Engineering

General Engineering

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Home Economics

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Biological And Physical Sciences

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Romance Language And Literature

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Social Work

Theology And Religious Vocations

School Accreditation

Texas Christian University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Texas Christian University is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Texas Christian University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Conference USA (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,362
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 18,400
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,362

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

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