AddRan College of Liberal Arts

Texas Christian University was founded as AddRan Male and Female College, and its largest and most central academic unit continues to carry the distinctive name that Addison and Randolph Clark devised for their school.

AddRan College of Liberal Arts also continues TCU's well-developed tradition of emphasis on the liberal arts. The college's faculty and programs provide a sound foundation for a lifetime of intellectual growth and preparation for the multiple careers that most will experience in the 21st century. Courses in the humanities and social sciences form a major part of the core studies of all University students, and concentrated effort in one AddRan area can provide the base for future personal and vocational choices.

Degree programs within AddRan College vary widely. Some provide the solid liberal arts base needed for professional study toward the ministry, law, medicine, business, teaching and related fields. Some have a professional orientation within themselves, with specialized study leading toward specific career objectives. In all of the programs, students find flexibility and freedom balanced by structure and discipline.

AddRan's academic advisement system is part of its intent to help individual students meet their educational needs. Faculty members in each academic program serve as advisers. Students are expected to meet with their advisers at least once each semester as they plan studies for the next term, and appointments are encouraged at other times when students feel the need to discuss their academic options. All first-year students, whether entering freshmen or transfers, are required to see an adviser prior to registering. Names of advisers are available through each of the departments. All freshmen and pre-majors are advised through the Center for Academic Services.





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