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WALKING TOUR MAP884455663379913131111121214142211Start hereTCU Office of Admission3301 Bellaire Drive NorthFort Worth, TX 761291010

1 Mary Wright Admission Center6 Frog FountainThis is where your TCU journey begins. The folks in this buildingOn campus since 1969, and renovatedtravel the world recruiting new Horned Frogs, read and processin 2008 when the Campus Commonsapplications, and send admission decisions and scholarship letterswas completed, this icon is one ofto incoming students.the most photographed locations atBuilding Hours:TCU. Each flute represents a studentMonday through Friday,class (the tallest represents seniors,8 a.m. - 5 p.m.etc.) and the water flowing from800.TCU.FROG (828.3764)flute to flute represents the passing ofadmissions.tcu.eduknowledge. Don’t miss this opportunityfrogmail@tcu.eduto snap a picture!2 Worth Hills7 Sadler MallThis city block is home to residence halls, dining and athletics.Scharbauer and Reed halls are academic buildings that house theUpperclass and Greek students enjoy new and renovated housingJohn V. Roach Honors College and AddRan College of Liberal Arts.near four on-campus restaurants and a food truck. Baseball, soccer,Sadler Hall is an administrative building where the chancellor’s andtennis, track & field and intramurals all compete in this location, too.vice chancellors’ offices are located. Be sure to rub the nose of theA parking garage is also located here.horned frog statue; it’s good luck! (Students do it before a test.)3 Daniel-Meyer ComplexStudents gather here to cheer on the mighty Horned Frogs as theydominate in football in Amon G. Carter Stadium and basketball inSchollmaier Arena. On-campus athletic events are free to students.Schollmaier Arena is also where students begin their time at TCUduring the Chancellor’s Assembly before the first day of class, andend their time at Commencement.4 Brown-Lupton University Union(the BLUU)The main on-campus eatery, Market Square,is on the second floor. This all-you-careto-eat restaurant prepares meals for allpalates and dietary restrictions. Chickfil-A and Union Grounds (the coffeeshop) are other dining options. TheStudent Government Chambers andother student organizations, a Spirit Shop,a U.S. Post Office and information desk arefound here, as well.5 Campus CommonsThis is the green space surrounded by four upperclass residencehalls. Many annual traditions take place here, including concerts,Homecoming festivities, the annual Christmas Tree Lighting andfilm screenings, just to name a few. First-year residence halls arejust beyond the Campus Commons, and all are newly-renovated.First- and second-year students are required to live on campus.8 Robert Carr ChapelEvery hour, the bell tower rings the alma mater and tolls the time.The steeple is the highest point on campus (two inches higherthan the stadium) and the chapel hosts more than 200 weddingsper year. Though there is no chapel attendance requirement at TCU,more than 60 faiths are represented in the student body. TCU hasan historic relationship with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).9 Mary Couts Burnett LibraryNewly-renovated in 2015, the library isopen 24 hours a day, Monday throughFriday, and offers extended weekendhours. Students find resources likecomputer labs, a bistro, a help deskand even a 3-D printer. Meetingrooms are available by reservationfor group projects, and of course,millions of books, moviesand periodicals are available forresearch and check-out.10 Rees-Jones HallRees-Jones Hall is a state-of-the-art academic building focusedon interdisciplinary learning and is home to the School ofInterdisciplinary Studies. “Smart” classrooms feature cutting-edgetechnology, writable walls and movable furniture. TCU featuresan average class size of 27, a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, andclasses that are taught by professors (not assistants) who areaccessible outside the classroom with an open-door policy andoffice hours.

Go online to APPLY TODAY!11 University DriveMany favorite hangouts are near theBerry/University intersection, andAn application is complete when all of the followingitems are received by the Office of Admission.the TCU Campus Store is locatedthere, as well. Head north onUniversity and you’ll run into theAPPLICATION CHECKLISTCultural District, downtown and Application for admissionthe Historic Stockyards. University 50 nonrefundable application feeDrive connects TCU to the city of Fort EssayWorth, which is ranked in the Top 10 by Official high school transcript(must be sent from the high school) Counselor evaluation (freshmen only) Teacher evaluation SAT Reasoning or ACT scores Official college transcripts from each institutionattended “Freedom of Expression” page or ZeeMee (optional)Forbes for Fastest Growing and also Top Cities for Job Seekers.12 Clark HallNamed for our founders, Addison andRandolph Clark, this hall housesfreshmen and was renovated in2008. All rooms feature cableand high-speed internet hookups, microwave-refrigeratorcombinations and free laundryFRESHMAN DEADLINESfacilities. Access to all halls is byID card and a resident assistantis on-duty 24/7. Froggie Five-O,NOVthe student escort service, offers1free rides to the residence halls.13 Tom Brown-Pete WrightNOV1The on-campus apartments are for upperclassmen and featurefour private bedrooms and two bathrooms in each fullyfurnished apartment. The TCU Language House consists of foursuites dedicated to students studying French and German whoFEB1want to immerse themselves in these languages and cultures.Students are equipped for a better study-abroad experience,and have an opportunity to continue progress after returningfrom abroad.May1Early ActionNon-binding decision from TCU by January 1Early DecisionBinding decision from TCU by January 1Tuition deposit required by January 15Final DeadlineAdmission notification by April 1National CandidateReply DateApplications received after February 1 will be considered on a space-available basis.14 University Recreation CenterTRANSFER DEADLINESThis 200,000-square-foot facility is free to studentsand features weight and cardio equipment, aclimbing wall, two gyms, sand volleyballAPRcourts, an outdoor pool and patio, an15Early Action for Fallindoor track with four lanes (8 laps 1 mile), six racquetball courts, twosquash courts, a natatorium withsix lanes and a diving well, billiardsand a lounge area. It’s home towomen’s volleyball and the swimmingand diving teams.AUG1MAY1DEC1Final Deadline for Fall(transfers from U.S. only)Summer DeadlineFinal Deadline for Spring(transfers from U.S. only)

While you’re in Fort Worth.At t r ac t ions15thLARGESTCITY U. S .IN THEFAMouSworldM US E U M SAmon Carter Museum ofAmerican ArtShowcases American art,including Carter’s personalcollection of works by FredericRemington and Charles Russell.3501 Camp Bowie Blvd.Casa MañanaBroadway and Children’s Theatreproductions areseen by nearly 200,000people annually.3101 W. Lancaster Ave.Fort Worth Botanic GardenA lush 110-acre tapestry ofdappled shade and vibrantsplashes of color.3220 Botanic Garden Blvd.Fort Worth Museum ofScience and HistoryPrograms and exhibitsinterpreting science andthe history of Texasand the Southwest.1600 Gendy St.Will RogersMemorial CenterLocation for the Fort WorthLivestock Show and Rodeo, andother events.3401 W. Lancaster Ave.Sundance SquareThe best shopping, dining,and entertainment in the heartof Fort Worth.Downtown Fort WorthWater GardensFountains abound in thispeaceful urban park.1502 Commerce St.Four Day WeekendAn award-winning improvcomedy troupe.312 Houston St.General Worth Square /JFK TributeJFK spent his last night inFort Worth.Main & 8th StreetsKimbell Art MuseumMuseum of international artwith collections rangingfrom antiquities to 20th centurycontemporary art.3333 Camp Bowie Blvd.Modern Art Museum ofFort WorthCollects and presents postWorld War II art in all media.3200 Darnell St.IntermodalTransportation CenterA light rail train runs to Dallasor Grapevine and back.1001 Jones St.Panther Island Pavilion onthe Trinity RiverHome to festivals, concerts,paddle sports, adventureruns and more.395 Purcey St.Bluebonnet CircleHome to several favoritelocal restaurants.South end of University Dr.University Park VillageShopping CenterShopping and dining sure toplease everyone.1612 S. University Dr.Monnig Meteorite GalleryOne of the largestuniversity-based meteoritecollections in the world.2950 W. BowieMovie TavernWatch new releases whileenjoying a meal.2872 Crockett St.Montgomery PlazaRetail and restaurants in anhistoric setting.2600 W. 7th St.Justin BootsOutlet of the original,handcrafted cowboy boot.717 W. Vickery Blvd.The Woodshed SmokehouseAn homage to all things grilled,roasted, and slow-cooked in anindoor/outdoor place.3201 Riverfront Dr.F ro g Fav e sRecommendations from the TCU Admission StaffMichael GlynnMelt Ice CreamRotates new craft flavors everysix weeks.1201 W. Magnolia Ave.BeatrizGutierrezCherese DickersonMcKinley’s BakeryThe best strawberry cupcakesand cake.1616 S. University Dr.Joe T. Garcia’sFamous Tex-Mex food in agarden atmosphere. Cash orcheck only.2201 N. Commerce St.David SteinVictoria HerreraCoyote Drive-InDrive-in movies, concerts andice skating in the winter.223 NE 4th St.Los VaquerosGreat Tex-Mex in the historicStockyards.2629 N. Main St.StMargareT RESKMike MooneyhamTavernaWood-fired pizza and yummyweekend brunch.450 Throckmorton St.Rodeo GoatHouse-ground organichamburgers.2836 Bledsoe St.Caitlin ProvostLili’s BistroGorgonzola fries are a favorite.1310 W. Magnolia Ave.Jill SanglRailhead BBQThe chopped brisket is incrediblytender and the fresh-cut friesare abundant.2900 Montgomery St.