Tarrant County College District is a public two-year community college located in Tarrant County, Texas, United States. The following is a detailed introduction to it:

School History

The school began to be established after voters approved the establishment of a junior college district on July 31, 1965. In 1967, the South Campus opened in southern Fort Worth. In the same year, the Northeast Campus was built in Hurst. In 1976, the Northwest Campus was built in northwest Fort Worth. In 1996, the Southeast Campus was built in Arlington. In the fall of 2009, the Trinity River Campus opened in downtown Fort Worth.

Campus Distribution

The college district has multiple campuses in Tarrant County, including the Trinity River Campus and South Campus in Fort Worth, the Northeast Campus in Hurst, the Northwest Campus in northwest Fort Worth, and the Southeast Campus in Arlington.

School Size

Number of students: In the fall of 2020, the school had a total of 46,561 students.

Student-faculty ratio: The student-faculty ratio is approximately 18:1, the low teacher-student ratio ensures that every student can get full attention and guidance from teachers.

Professional settings

Rich degree courses: The school offers degree courses including Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of Arts in Teaching, as well as degrees and certificates of vocational and technical programs.

Many popular majors: covering business, nursing, computer science, engineering technology, criminal justice, education, art, health science and other fields, such as registered nursing, business administration, computer system technology, criminal justice and safety, early childhood education and other majors.

Teaching characteristics

Transfer opportunities: It provides students with the opportunity to transfer to a four-year university. The courses and teaching quality offered can meet the needs of students for further study and help students smoothly transition to a higher level of learning.

Practical teaching: Focus on practical teaching links, through internships, experimental courses, project practice and other methods, let students apply what they have learned to actual operations, improve students' practical ability and employment competitiveness, and prepare students to enter the workplace directly after graduation.

English Enhancement Program: An English enhancement program is set up for non-native English speakers to help them improve their English communication skills and better adapt to academic and social environments.

Faculty

The college has a team of highly professional teachers, some of whom have doctoral degrees or advanced professional qualifications in related fields. The teachers not only have solid professional knowledge, but also have rich teaching and practical experience, and can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance. In addition, the school also provides teachers with continuous professional development opportunities to ensure that the teaching level and professional quality of the teaching team continue to improve.

Campus Life

Student Organizations and Clubs: The school has a variety of student organizations and clubs, covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports, public welfare and other aspects, such as student unions, academic clubs, music clubs, sports associations, volunteer organizations, etc. Students can join the corresponding clubs according to their interests and hobbies, make friends, expand interpersonal networks, and enrich their extracurricular life.

Sports Activities: The school's sports department has many sports teams and participates in various sports events, such as squash, volleyball, table tennis, football, tennis, etc. Students can participate in sports competitions and activities, exercise, and cultivate teamwork spirit and competitive awareness.

Cultural Activities: Various cultural activities are often held on campus, such as concerts, art exhibitions, drama performances, cultural festivals, etc., providing students with a platform to appreciate and participate in artistic creation, enriching students' spiritual and cultural life, and promoting the exchange and integration of multiple cultures.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition: In the 2020-2021 academic year, the tuition for in-district students is $1,728, the tuition for in-state students is $3,402, and the tuition for out-of-state students is $8,235 USD.

Funding: The school offers a variety of scholarships, grants and loans to help students reduce their financial burden and complete their studies. About 37% of undergraduates received grants or scholarships, with an average scholarship or grant of $4,768.

Rankings and Accreditation

Ranking: In 2008, the school ranked sixth among community colleges and universities in Texas and is one of the larger universities in Texas.

Accreditation: The school has been accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. In addition, many of the school's majors have also been accredited by relevant professional accreditation agencies, such as the nursing major, which has been accredited by the American Nursing Education Accreditation Commission. These accreditations reflect the school's recognition of teaching quality and professional level.