So, you’re thinking about applying to Texas Christian University (better known to most as “TCU”), and you’re curious about your chances of admission. There are a lot of factors in the admissions process. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores.

With an acceptance rate of 38%, admission to TCU is very competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1300, or an ACT score of around 27.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and you’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at TCU admission statistics.

TCU 2018 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2022

• TCU’s acceptance rate in 2018 was 38%
• For the class of 2022, out of 19,972 applicants, TCU admitted about 7,506
• The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.58
• The average ACT score was 27
• The average SAT score was 1260

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 25, and the 75th percentile score was 30.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1160. The 75th percentile score was 1360.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

Even if TCU is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have:

• Three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores)
• Three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores)
• Three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores)

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at TCU’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

TCU 2018 Application Requirements: Class of 2022

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out the TCU Online Application
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score
• Pay the $50 application fee
• Submit your high school transcript
• Submit an essay (prompts provided)
• Submit an activities resume
• Submit a counselor recommendation
• Submit a teacher recommendation

Here are the deadlines that you should be aware of:

• The application deadline is November 1st for Early Action
• The application deadline is February 1st for Regular Decision
• May 1 is the reply date for admitted students

Have you been admitted to TCU? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

TCU 2018 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2022

If you matriculate at TCU, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the student population:

• Roughly 40% are male and 60% are female
• 4.7% of students are international

TCU has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 4.7%
• Underrepresented minority: 1.9%
• Two or more races: 0.3%
• White: 75.5%

What do these admitted students plan to study? TCU offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Journalism
• Social Sciences
• Visual and Performing Arts

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

TCU Tuition Figures

At $60,704, TCU’s cost of attendance is astronomical.  Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $26,467.

Here’s a fuller look at TCU tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $60,704
• Average financial aid package: $26,467
• The average student debt of a TCU graduate is $36,550

Now, what is life like at TCU? Let’s take a look.

TCU Location

TCU’s main campus is located in Fort Worth, Texas, about three miles outside of the downtown area.

Much of the campus’ architectural style is based in Art Deco, which reflects much of Fort Worth’s older buildings as well.

Remember, you’re going to TCU for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

TCU Academics

TCU has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Actuarial Science
• Bilingual and Multilingual Education
• Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
• Directing and Theatrical Production
• Environmental Science
• Farm and Ranch Management
• Graphic Design
• History
• Information Technology
• Journalism
• Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
• Marketing
• Neuroscience
• Painting
• Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
• Sports Studies

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at TCU.

Student Life at TCU

TCU has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of TCU’s student activities:

• ArtOrg
• Brothers Of a Successful Standard
• Calling in Action, Inc.
• Design Focus
• Ensemble en Francais
• Fishing Club
• Graduate Queer Union of Thoughtful Academics
• Her Campus TCU
• Ignite Ministry
• License to Trill
• Meals on Wheels Student Association
• Net Impact
• NaturallyMi Natural Hair Organization
• Paid To Dream
• Relay for Life Club
• Senseless Acts of Comedy
• TEDxTCU

Are you an athlete? TCU’s got plenty of options for you.

TCU Athletics

TCU offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. 

TCU’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-country
• Swimming & Diving
• Soccer
• Golf
• Track & Field
• Tennis

Who might you become with a TCU degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

TCU has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• Journalist Bob Schieffer
• 1-800-Flowers founder John Davis
• NBA coach Scott Brooks
• Actor Chris Klein
• TV show creator Rob Thomas
• Author Sandra Brown
• Texas state senator Wendy Davis
• NFL quarterback Andy Dalton

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into TCU is very competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no.

If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are.

If you need to boost your GPA or test scores before application time rolls around, you should consider signing up for a course with Prep Expert. We offer one-on-one tutoring and classes, both in-person and online, at locations throughout the United States.

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