College Resource

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my child automatically admitted to TCU because I am an employee?

No. Your student must apply for admission and be accepted. Apply for Admission here.

If my child does not get admitted to TCU when she applies, can she apply again?

Yes. We keep an application for a year, so you can just fill out a reactivation form and send any transcripts with new grades. We will waive the fee, essay and resume.

What happens if my child doesn’t get admitted to TCU?

Your student can attend TCC or a local community college and TCU will pay the cost of tuition. Students who are denied admission and attend a community college must complete a minimum of 24 transferable college hours to be considered for admission. To learn more about tuition reimbursement from a community college contact Maricia Reeves in the Office of Financial Aid.

Can my child choose any classes at the community college and be reimbursed?

No. Only classes that would transfer to TCU will be reimbursed. Vocational/technical and remedial classes will not transfer. For a list of classes from a community college that will fulfill the TCU Core Curriculum (basics) click here.

What does the tuition benefit pay for?

The benefit only covers the cost of tuition. It does not cover books, fees, a room or the cost of food.

Do I need to pay TCU when my student enrolls?

You will not need to pay tuition if you filled out the Employee Tuition Benefit Form.  You will receive a bill for the fees - you can pay this in four bills during the semester, not all at once.

Can the tuition benefit be combined with any other aid?

Yes, your student can still apply for FAFSA based financial aid, such as Pell Grants.

How do I fill out the FAFSA?

It requires using numbers from the IRS 1040 form from the previous year. It can be filed after January 1 (when taxes have been completed) for the next academic school year.

Can a student attending TCC or other local community college transfer to TCU?

Yes, they can apply for admission as a Transfer Student. To learn more about transferring to TCU, visit the Transfer section of the Admission website or click here.

Where do I get a form for the Tuition Assistance Benefit? 

The form is online under Forms and Publications on the Human Resources website or can be obtained from Human Resources or the Financial Aid office.

How do I get my reimbursement if my student is attending another school? 

A copy of the classes taken and a copy of the invoice from the community college are submitted to Maricia Reeves in the Office of Financial Aid office.  An approved Employee Tuition Assistance Benefit form is required for reimbursement. 

Can my student receive other academic scholarships in addition to the tuition benefit?

For the employees who will only be receiving ½ tuition, the dependent can receive an academic award and/or other grant aid up to the cost of tuition until such time as the employee is eligible for the full tuition benefit.

Can my grandchild use the tuition benefit if he or she lives with me?

Only if your grandchild is legally adopted and declared as a dependent on your tax return.