Hey guys, really dreaming about studying at Texas Christian University (TCU). Was wondering if anyone knows about their GPA requirements? Also, is it unweighted or weighted? Thanks!
Texas Christian University (TCU) is a bit flexible when it comes to GPA requirements. They conduct a holistic review of applications which means that your personal essays, extracurricular activities, recommendation letters, and other factors also play a significant role in their admissions decisions.
However, the average high school GPA of TCU’s entering freshmen class typically ranges around 3.68 on the unweighted 4.0 scale. This implies that TCU is quite competitive and you'll need to have above average high school grades to get in.
Additionally, it's important to note that TCU considers your weighted GPA, which allows for higher GPAs for harder classes. So student's who take AP and honors courses can end up with a GPA over 4.0. That being said, TCU will still look at the unweighted GPA to measure academic success with the traditional grading scale.
Also remember, while aiming to meet this GPA is a great target, there are additional components to your application that you’ll need to focus on. TCU reviews applications holistically, considering your test scores (unless you opt for a test-optional path), essays, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and more. Your GPA is just one piece of the puzzle!
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