Texas Christian University


Texas Christian University (TCU) is dedicated to fostering a vibrant research environment that supports faculty, staff, and students in their scholarly pursuits. The university emphasizes a teacher-scholar model, integrating teaching and research to address significant social and physical challenges. TCU's Office of Sponsored Programs provides essential support for securing external funding and ensuring compliance with research regulations, promoting innovative research and creative activities across various disciplines.

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What We Do

The Office of Sponsored Programs assists TCU faculty, staff, and students in securing external funding for research and creative activities, providing guidance and support throughout the proposal process.

TCU's Office of Research Compliance ensures adherence to ethical principles and regulatory requirements in research activities, offering training and support for responsible conduct of research.

Funding aimed at advancing research and creative activities that significantly contribute to various disciplines at TCU.

A program designed to support selected junior faculty in advancing their research and scholarship through summer stipends.

A program supporting faculty in developing and submitting proposals for competitive extramural funding.

An internal grant program to stimulate research or creative activities that represent identified opportunities for significant external funding and recognition.


Psychological and Cognitive Health and Performance


Key People

Vice Provost for Research and Dean of Graduate Studies

Director of Sponsored Programs

Manager Research Compliance

Associate Director of Sponsored Programs

Grant Compliance and Contract Specialist

Grant & Contract Specialist II


News & Updates

An annual event showcasing research and creative activities at TCU, providing opportunities for faculty and students to present their work.