Texas Christian University | A Top Private University

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Dive into Texas Christian University’s vibrant campus life, where championship-caliber Big 12 athletics and a tight-knit, nationally-ranked academic community blend seamlessly. At TCU, you’ll experience a university that offers the best of every aspect of college life — without compromise.

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Female student waves a Horned Frog flag in a big group of TCU students while watching a football game

The TCU Difference

Exceptional Academics

You’re not just earning a degree—you’re mastering your future. TCU is a top national university offering an education that challenges you to learn and grow while still providing support and individual attention for your success.

Find Your Passion

Learn From the Experts

98%

of faculty teach undergraduates

Personalized attention

of classes have fewer than 30 students

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The TCU Difference

The Perfect Location

Our Fort Worth campus has a classic college-town vibe with big city energy. You’ll live and learn on a beautiful tree-lined campus just five miles from the excitement and opportunities of a lively urban center.

Explore Our City

Access to Internships & Jobs

Fastest-growing job market

U.S. Department of Labor, 2024

Access to Top Amenities

4^th

Largest metro area and 12th-largest city

The TCU Difference

A Welcoming Community

Join an inclusive and connected community where you’ll build lasting friendships, experience fun traditions and make unforgettable memories. Our lively campus life scene means there’s always something to do.

Find Your Place Here

It’s Easy to Get Involved

400+

Student organizations

We’re Happy & We Know It

Happiest students

The Princeton Review, 2025

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The TCU Difference

Top-Tier Athletics

From football to baseball to basketball and beyond, you’ll find a high-spirited athletics scene that’s typically only found at schools three times our size. There’s nothing quite like the energy of game day at TCU.

Cheer On the Frogs

An All-Inclusive Experience

Cost for students to attend sporting events on campus

A Winning Tradition

Big 12 championships since joining the league in 2012