Types of Aid

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Financial aid includes scholarships, loans, grants and work-study. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each academic year to determine eligibility for need-based federal and state financial aid. Additionally, incoming students are encouraged to complete the CSS Profile to be considered for all TCU funded aid programs.

Scholarships

A scholarship is a financial award given to a student on the basis of academic achievement and promise.

Loans

Loans are a form of financial aid that must be repaid, usually with interest, after graduation.

Grants

Grants are awards based in part on financial eligibility and may vary from year to year depending upon the economic situation of the family.

Work-Study

The Federal Work-Study Program is a federally funded need-based employment program available to eligible undergraduate students.

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Complete the FAFSA

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using TCU’s school code: 003636.

How to File the FAFSA