College of Science & Engineering

About the school

The Texas Christian University (TCU) ranked No. 2 among “Best Colleges for Education in Texas” (Niche.com, 2023) and established its College of Science and Engineering (CES) in 2000.

The university strives to cultivate a scientific curiosity and knowledge culture, focusing on personalised research and internship opportunities in science, mathematics, and engineering. Its top-ranking education and social work programmes reflect this mission.

The university has produced notable graduates who have excelled in their respective fields. Some of them are Winthrop Paul "Win" Rockefeller (Republican politician, businessperson and member of the Rockefeller family), Shantel VanSanten (a leading Hollywood actor), and Gordon Richard England (former US Deputy Secretary of Defence and US Secretary of the Navy).

TCU is in the 13th most populous U.S. city—Fort Worth in Texas—which is ranked the No. 4th Best City to Relocate (Sperling’s Best Places), one of the 25 best places for young professionals (U.S. News and World Report, 2022), and one of the 50 best places to travel (Travel and Leisure, 2021).

Where is the school located?

Life at the College of Science & Engineering

Student life at TCU is dynamic, with approximately 275+ student organisations helping international students connect, grow, and thrive in the culturally diverse environment at the campus. Creativity comes alive with concerts, recitals, performances, exhibitions, and lectures organised for students.

On-campus housing options include residence halls with single rooms to double and triple sharing ones, featuring communal kitchens or kitchenettes, laundry facilities, micro-fridges, study areas, and recreational facilities.

Off-campus housing options near TCU are plentiful and cater to varied preferences. The university offers resources and tools to help students arrange off-campus accommodations, including a posting platform to share room/roommate requirements and a brochure for tips on off-campus living.

Resources, including a health and recreational centre, are offered to keep students engaged and happy.

Dining at the university is an incredible experience, with assorted options available to students. The campus has something to satiate everyone's cravings, from cafes to food courts and even fast-food franchises like Chik-fil-A. Additionally, several meal plans cater to students' dietary needs.

TCU also takes student safety very seriously, with facilities like parking and transportation options available. The university has its police force and other safety protocols to ensure students can focus on their studies without worrying about security.

Additional benefits of studying at the College of Science & Engineering

Student housing at TCU is the “Nation’s Second Best”, according to The Princeton Review TCU is ranked No. 5 for Happiest Students (Princeton Review 2023) TCU-CES’s STEM Scholar Program received the Inspiring Programmes in STEM Award 2023 from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine

Admissions criteria

Along with CES’s admission requirements for graduate programmes, you must also satisfy the TCU requirements; the university considers a bachelor’s degree standard.

Complete and submit the online application form. International applicants must also attach the International Student and Scholar form and their application.

Admission deadlines are flexible and vary for different departments. You can check the specific guidelines of your preferred course/department for deadlines and additional requirements here.

Other necessary admission requirements for international graduate programme applicants include:

Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose (SOP): Required

Write a 1,000-word statement outlining your goals for graduate study, career aspirations, and specific ways that TCU can help you achieve those goals

Letter(s) of recommendation from an employer, academic, etc.: 3 letters

Undergraduate transcripts (translated into English): Required

Graduate admissions test result (GMAT, GRE, LSAT): Not required

Proof of proficiency in English (e.g., TOEFL/IELTS): Required (international students must submit the scores for one of the tests listed below):

Minimum test scores: TOEFL (internet based) min score: 80 TOEFL (paper-based) min score: 550 IELTS min score: 6.5

Proof of financial support: Required

Resume/CV: May be required by specific programmes

Application fee: Approximately $60

Find the estimated annual expenditure for international students enrolled in graduate programmes below. The tuition fee is based on nine enrolment hours for the fall and spring semesters (approximately $1,982 per semester hour).

Tuition fees: Approximately $35,676 Graduate student activity fee: Approximately $48 Health insurance: Approximately $2,205 Student government fee: Approximately $90 Food and housing: Approximately $20,236 Books and supplies: Approximately $900 Transportation: Approximately $1,444 Miscellaneous: Approximately $3,980 Loan fee: Approximately $108 Total estimate: Approximately $64,487

Please consult the school’s necessary admissions and financial aid websites here for detailed information and updates.

Job placements

Meet your career consultant, create your career plan, search for jobs and internships, gain skills and experience, prepare for interviews or access intern scholarship support with the vast array of resources available at the university for your career development.

You can consider the Handshake platform when searching for jobs/internships and attend career fairs organised by the university to connect with potential employers or explore job opportunities. Two of the significant career fairs include:

TCU Career and Intern Expo TCU Engineering and Technology Fair

Fact: Average annual starting salary for graduates – Approximately $61,946