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When was TCU founded?
When was TCU founded?
1873
Where was TCU initially located?
Where was TCU initially located?
Thorp Spring, TX
What year did TCU move to Waco?
What year did TCU move to Waco?
1895
What year did TCU move to Fort Worth?
What year did TCU move to Fort Worth?
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What native lands do we acknowledge that TCU was founded upon in Fort Worth?
What native lands do we acknowledge that TCU was founded upon in Fort Worth?
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What is TCU's mission statement?
What is TCU's mission statement?
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What is TCU's total enrollment?
What is TCU's total enrollment?
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What is the number of undergraduates at TCU?
What is the number of undergraduates at TCU?
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What is the male to female percentage at TCU?
What is the male to female percentage at TCU?
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What is the average class size at TCU?
What is the average class size at TCU?
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What is the student to faculty ratio at TCU?
What is the student to faculty ratio at TCU?
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What percentage of students are from out of state?
What percentage of students are from out of state?
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What is the first year to sophomore retention rate at TCU?
What is the first year to sophomore retention rate at TCU?
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What is the four year graduation rate at TCU?
What is the four year graduation rate at TCU?
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What percentage of students are involved with Greek life at TCU?
What percentage of students are involved with Greek life at TCU?
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How many faith traditions are represented among the TCU student body?
How many faith traditions are represented among the TCU student body?
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How many years must students live on campus?
How many years must students live on campus?
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What is TCU's athletic conference?
What is TCU's athletic conference?
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How many countries can students study abroad in from TCU?
How many countries can students study abroad in from TCU?
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Where is the counseling center located at TCU?
Where is the counseling center located at TCU?
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How many areas of undergraduate study does TCU offer?
How many areas of undergraduate study does TCU offer?
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What is The Harrison?
What is The Harrison?
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What is Worth Hills?
What is Worth Hills?
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What is Brown-Lupton University Union?
What is Brown-Lupton University Union?
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What is the Intercultural Center?
What is the Intercultural Center?
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What can be found inside the BLUU?
What can be found inside the BLUU?
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What is Campus Commons?
What is Campus Commons?
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What is the First Year Quad?
What is the First Year Quad?
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What does the Frog Fountain represent?
What does the Frog Fountain represent?
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Study Notes
TCU Founding and Location History
- TCU was founded in 1873.
- Initially located in Thorp Spring, Texas.
- Relocated to Waco in 1895.
- Moved to Fort Worth in 1910.
- Acknowledges the Wichita and affiliated tribes' native lands in Fort Worth.
Mission and Enrollment
- TCU's mission is to educate ethical leaders and responsible citizens globally.
- Total enrollment is approximately 11,000 students.
- Undergraduates make up about 9,000 of the total enrollment.
Demographics and Academic Environment
- Gender distribution: 40% male and 60% female.
- Average class size: 27 students.
- Student to faculty ratio: 13:1.
- Out-of-state students represent 50% of the body.
- First-year to sophomore retention rate stands at 92%.
- Four-year graduation rate is 70%.
- 50% of students are involved in Greek life.
Campus Life and Housing
- 60+ faith traditions represented among students.
- Freshmen are required to live on campus for 2 years.
- The newest building, The Harrison, houses the Chancellor and University Administration, and provides services like academic coaching and career services.
- Worth Hills offers upperclassman housing with a two-year residency requirement.
- Brown-Lupton University Union (BLUU) serves as the main student hub with dining, event spaces, and health services.
Student Services and Facilities
- Intercultural Center is a new inclusive space celebrating diverse student identities and provides various support services.
- Campus Commons is the central hub for events and student organizations, promoting campus life and traditions.
- First Year Quad includes dorms specifically for first-year female students, providing various amenities and residence hall features.
Athletics and Study Abroad
- TCU is part of the Big 12 Conference for athletics.
- Students have opportunities to study abroad in over 50 countries.
Campus Safety and Support
- TCU has a strong campus safety presence, including retired law enforcement officers and an alert system.
- Facilities include a counseling center located in Jarvis and a comprehensive health center offering various medical services.
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Test your knowledge about Texas Christian University, from its founding in 1873 to its current campus life and demographics. Learn about TCU's mission, enrollment statistics, and the diverse traditions represented among its students. This quiz covers key facts and figures that define the TCU experience.
