FORT WORTH, TEXAS (Aug. 21, 2026) — On Monday, Aug. 24, Texas Christian University will kick off its 2026-2027 academic year by welcoming a record number of undergraduate students (more than 11,000), including more than 2,800 first-year students, the largest incoming class in the university’s 153-year history.
There are several visual opportunities for coverage over the next week. Arrangements must be made in advance through news@tcu.edu or by calling 817-257-NEWS (6397).
“There’s nothing quite like the energy of the first day of a new academic year,” said Chancellor Daniel W. Pullin. “Our students bring unique backgrounds, perspectives, goals and ambitions to TCU, and together, they make this community stronger. We’re excited to welcome them home and see how they bring their all to the year ahead.”
WHO:
Nearly 13,000 students now call TCU home
WHAT:
The “Welcome Home” event celebrates the first day of classes featuring food trucks, first day of school photos and giveaways
WHEN:
Monday, Aug. 24 | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE:
The Intellectual Commons (next to the Mary Couts Burnett Library, 2905 S. University Dr.)
