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Horned Frogs don’t follow paths of discovery—we forge them.

Here, bold questions lead to extraordinary answers.

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Faculty Research

Our faculty create innovative solutions to the challenges that matter most – turning research into practical change that improves lives.

Research With Impact

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  • 3XIncrease in Total Research Expenditures Since 2019
  • $7.2MAwarded by NIH to TCU’s Institute for Behavioral Research
  • 85%Increase in Research Funding from External Awards Over the Past Five Years
  • 100+Student Departmental Honors Projects Completed Annually
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Student Research

Through mentored research experiences, our undergraduate and graduate students make significant contributions to their disciplines while preparing to become tomorrow’s leaders.

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Creative Activity

Our faculty and students transform abstract concepts into tangible works that challenge perspectives, evoke emotion and enrich cultural dialog across communities through composition, performance, visual expression and design.

University Strategy & Innovation Office

We’re ensuring that we remain competitive in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

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Centers & Institutes

Our specialized centers and institutes connect learners and experts across TCU’s academic community, demonstrating the university’s commitment to sharing knowledge and resources with North Texas and the world.

News

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Sifting the Past: TCU History Professor Researches Baking in the South

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The National Championship Debate: TCU Professor Analyzes a Changing College Football Landscape

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New AI Initiative to be an 'Immediate Boost' to TCU

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Netflix Aquisition of Warner Bros.: TCU Faculty Experts Explain What It Means for Industry, Consumers

December 8, 2025