Affordable for lower and middle-income families through substantial aid. Higher-income families pay closer to sticker price.
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What You'll Pay at Texas Christian University
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The Cost Formula
Tuition
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Net Price
$17,940
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
Texas Christian University Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Tuition and Fees
$61,740
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$36,660
Texas Christian University Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$17,956
$30–48k
$16,980
$48–75k
$17,940
$75–110k
$34,990
$110k+
$53,450
Understanding Your Aid Package
Texas Christian University has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$17,940/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$17,956/year
14% of students receive Pell Grants
Financial Aid Profile
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14%
Pell Grant Recipients
Lower-income students receiving federal aid
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20%
First-Generation Students
Parents without bachelor's degree
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How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$21,500
Range (25th–75th)$8,750 – $26,500
Median Parent PLUS Loans$54,925
Debt Manageability
0.28x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$68,424
Earnings Growth
+13%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$-709
55th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$44,497
25th %ile
$98,051
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about Texas Christian University Cost & Financial Aid
After financial aid, the average net price at Texas Christian University is $17,940.
Families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $17,956 at Texas Christian University. 14% of students receive Pell Grants.
Texas Christian University offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for Texas graduates is $21,500, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $228 over 10 years.
