With an acceptance rate of 41%, Texas Christian University manifests a competitive admission policy for international students. All undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs at Texas Christian University observe a holistic approach to the student selection process. Currently, the application fee is waived off for UG applicants. However, PG applicants are required to pay around 60-100 USD (~4,300-7,300 INR).
The university is test-optional and has no minimum requirement for GPA or standardized test scores. Students with excellent academic achievements, outstanding scores in various exams to study in USA and multiple LORs have a high chance of getting selected for admission. International students require verified financial statements to support the student’s expenses of at least 1 year. Selected students will receive an I-20 form sent by the college to apply for a US student visa.
Highlights
| University | Private |
| Established | 1873 |
| Type | Co-educational |
| Enrolled Students | Undergraduate-9474 Graduate- 1550 |
| Application Portal | Online |
| Application Fee |
Undergraduate: Free |
| Application Deadline | February 1(Regular Decision) |
| Average TOEFL Score | iBT- 80 |
| Average IELTS Score | 6.5 |
| Academic Calendar | Semester Based |
| Average Class Size | 27 |
| Students to Faculty Ratio | 13:1 |
| Financial Aid | Scholarships, Loans, Grants |
| Work Experience | Required for Some Graduate Programs |
Texas Christian University Admission Deadlines
The university offers an array of courses for international students that observe flexible admissions deadlines. The admissions are generally done for Spring and Fall semester. The following table tabulates the admission deadlines and by when the decision regarding the admission will be declared. These deadlines are for Undergraduate programs as those for graduate programs vary from course to course.
| Semester | Application Deadline | Decision By |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action/Decision | November 1 | January 1 |
| Spring | November 1 | January 1 |
| Fall (Regular Decision) | February 1 | April 1 |
Texas Christian University International Student Admissions
Texas Christian University, USA accepts international students from all over the world representing 84 countries. The International Students must have completed equivalent Education to that of US High School Diploma. The process for international applicants and domestic students is quite similar except for the fact that they need to submit some additional requirements. The application as well supporting documents must be submitted before the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to apply?
Application Portal: Undergraduate students can apply through College Application for Undergraduates and Common Application. Graduates can apply through College Application for Graduates.
Application Fee: Free for undergraduates, fee for graduate programs are variable.
Admission Requirements - International Applicants must fulfill the following conditions to be eligible for Texas Christian University Admissions:
- Completed application.
- Official Transcripts of School - These must be sent directly to Texas Christian University by the school. These can be either emailed at frogmail@tcu.edu or sent through mail in a sealed envelope. If it is not in English then it must be translated and sent with certified translations in English.
- ACT/ SAT scores.
- Proof of English Proficiency- TOEFL/IELTS.
- Essay on one of the four topics given by the University (300- 400 words).
- Academic LOR from School Counselor, or School Teacher.
- Resume (Graduate Students).
- GMAT and GRE scores for graduate students.
- Students can submit any of their work such as poems, essays, paintings if they wish to.
- Bank Documents supporting the capability of the parents/guardian to support the finances of the students for at least one year.
- Certificate of finances.
- Passport Copy.
English Proficiency Test Scores
International Students need to demonstrate that they are proficient in English language. One way to do so is Standardized English Proficiency test Scores like TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent. The Students from English Speaking Nations are exempted from these tests. Students with strong SAT/ ACT scores for it. The Minimum Scores required are listed below:
Visa Process for International Students
International Applicants need to obtain an F1 visa to study in the USA or to pursue their education at Texas Christian University, USA. The steps involved in obtaining the same are:
- The accepted students will be mailed the I- 20 form along with the acceptance letter.
- The applicant then needs to contact the US Embassy in their Home Country and proceed with the Application.
- They need to pay I-901 SEVIS Fee.
- The Documents required in VISA application are: valid passport, certificate of finances, bank statements, transcripts, standardized scores, proof of health insurance/ verification form, original I- 20, receipt of the payment of SEVIS fee.
Texas Christian University Undergraduate Admissions
The institute offers undergraduate degrees in more than 117 undergraduate courses across 10 schools and colleges. The university charges no application fees
Where to Apply:
- College Application
- Common Application
Admission Requirements:
- Completed Application
- Proof of Residence
- Essay( 300-500 words) on of the four topics that the university will provide.
- School counselor recommendation.
- LOR from teachers are recommended
- Official high school transcripts sent directly from the school.
- Proof of English proficiency by international students.
- SAT and ACT Scores required.SAT Code- 6820 and ACT Code- 4206.
Texas Christian University Graduate Admissions
Texas Christian University offers 65 masters and 38 doctoral degrees for international aspirants to study in the USA. Most of the graduate programs require competitive GMAT or GRE scores for admission. The following table provides the admission details of some of the programs.
| Course | Official Transcripts | Admission Deadlines | Basic Admission Requirements | GMAT/GRE Tests | SOP/ LOR | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | Required |
Early action - October 15 |
4 year Bachelor's Degree with all official transcripts | Competitive GRE or GMAT | 3 LOR | Essay, resume, interview (if required), relevant work experience. |
| MS in Mathematics | Required | Variable | Bachelor's in a relevant field, with grade B (~83-86%) | Competitive GRE or GMAT | Not required | Essay |
| MS in Business Analytics | Required | April 1 | Bachelor’s with grade C (~73-76%) | Satisfactory SAT, ACT, GRE or GMAT | Not required | Resume |
| MS in Criminal Justice | Required | Fall – January 1, Spring – September 15 |
Bachelor's in Liberal Arts Foundations with GPA- 3.0 (~83-86%) | GRE optional for holistic review | 3 LOR | Essay of 1000 words, personal statement |
| MS in Nursing | Required | Variable | Bachelor's Degree in relevant program | Not required | Not required | Not required |
Note: MBA courses require higher English proficiency test scores than general requirements for other courses. Following are the English proficiency requirements for MBA courses-
Texas Christian University has quite a selective and comprehensive approach to its admission process. It assesses applicants’ academic records, Scholastic development, Leadership Potential, Determination and talents while considering him/her for admissions.
University admission decisions are sent within 2 to 4 weeks of application. University gives most importance to the academic credentials, talents, leadership potential and achievements. These factors are highly considered while determining admissions to the university.
Applicants having sufficient undergraduate record but who lack certain requirements for graduate programs are granted conditional admission by the university. Occasionally admissions are also granted if deadlines have been exceeded. All the transcripts must be sent directly by the School to the University. While applying for graduate programs, one must go through the program specific requirements of the desired course.
Texas Christian University Program Fees & Deadlines
| Program | Important Dates | Fees | Exams Score | Application Fees | Eligibility | Financial Aid | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
fall (15th Feb 2022) | USD 53,700/Yr USD 53,700 /Yr | - | - | - | |||
M.B.A 2 years | Round 1 (15th Oct 2022) Round 2 (5th Jan 2023) Round 3 (1st Mar 2023) | USD 30,290/Yr USD 30,290 /Yr | - | - | - | ||
Round 1 (15th Oct 2022) Round 2 (5th Jan 2023) Round 3 (1st Mar 2023) | USD 30,290/Yr USD 30,290 /Yr | - | - | - | |||
B.S Engineering 4 years | fall (1st Nov 2021) | USD 50,160/Yr USD 50,160 /Yr | - | - | - | ||
M.B.A Energy Professionals 2 years | Round 1 (15th Oct 2022) Round 2 (5th Jan 2023) Round 3 (1st Mar 2023) | USD 30,290/Yr USD 30,290 /Yr | - | - | - |
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