We have multiple types of camps and dates throughout the summer! Below are dates in chronological order, check out the Frog Camp Descriptions & Locations below for specific information about each camp.
While all camps located in Texas are free to attend, the * notes camps with a cost associated; please see the tab labeled “Cost of Frog Camp.”
2026 Dates:
- Challenge A: June 3-5, 2026
- Challenge B: June 8-10, 2026
- Casa Nueva A: June 13-15, 2026
- Alpine A*: June 16-20, 2026
- All Stars A: June 20-22, 2026
- Casa Nueva B: June 24-26, 2026
- Casa Nueva C: June 29-July 1, 2026
- All Stars B: July 8-10, 2026
- Mystery*: July 8-12, 2026
- Portugal*: July 12-18, 2026
- Honors- Vienna: July 19-26, 2026; Exclusive to students admitted into the Honors College
- Boston*: July 20-24, 2026
- Alpine B*: July 27-31, 2026
- Challenge C: August 13-15, 2026
View a comprehensive calendar of Orientation AND Frog Camp Dates! It’s possible to maximize your visit to Fort Worth by attending a Frog Camp that leads into an Orientation or an Orientation that leads into Frog Camp! For example, attend Orientation Session 3 that leads into Frog Camp Challenge A. Or attend Frog Camp All Stars A that leads into Orientation Session 7. Note: you cannot overlap Orientation or Frog Camp days due to conflicting schedules; the registration system will automatically negate options that conflict. The exception is Transfer Orientation 2 and Casa Nueva B, we built those out so Transfer students can attend both back-to-back!!
Only incoming students who have submitted their tuition deposit will have access to Frog Camp registration.
Starting March 24 at 5:30pm CT, those who have submitted their tuition deposit can login to their myTCU portal, click on the Admission Status & Checklist tile, and register for Orientation and Frog Camp! It’s one form for both programs. Students will be prompted to complete several general information forms and then will have the ability to register for a Frog Camp session.
Each camp has a limited number of spots. Once a camp is full, there will be an option for students to be added to a waitlist. We recommend waitlisted students also register for a camp that is available. This is because there is no guarantee spots will become available at the camp a student is waitlisted for. Spots can go quickly, so we recommend that students register as soon as possible.
TCU recognizes the value of the Frog Camp experience and offer the opportunity to attend Frog Camp at no cost for any of our camps located in Texas.
Travel camps (out of state) have separate fees associated with each individual camp. Students must make an initial non-refundable deposit of $500 when they select a travel camp. The remaining balance for each camp will be due approximately 2-4 weeks prior to camp.
Travel Camp Costs
| Frog Camp | Dates | Total Cost | Deadline to Cancel & Pay Balance in Full (11:59PM CT) | Charge for no-show or cancelling after deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge A | June 3-5, 2026 | Free! | May 24 | $325 |
| Challenge B | June 8-10, 2026 | Free! | May 29 | $325 |
| Casa Nueva A | June 13-15, 2026 | Free! | June 3 | $325 |
| Alpine A | June 16-20, 2026 | $1,100 | June 2 | $1,100 |
| All Stars A | June 20-22, 2026 | Free! | June 10 | $325 |
| Casa Nueva B | June 24-26, 2026 | Free! | June 14 | $325 |
| Casa Nueva C | June 29- July 1, 2026 | Free! | June 19 | $325 |
| Mystery | July 8-12, 2026 | $2,500 | June 24 | $2,500 |
| All Stars B | July 8-10, 2026 | Free! | June 28 | $325 |
| Portugal | July 12-18, 2026 | $3,700 | June 12 | $3,700 |
| Honors- Vienna | July 19-26, 2026 | $3,700 | June 19 | $3,700 |
| Boston | July 20-24, 2026 | $2,250 | July 6 | $2,250 |
| Alpine B | July 27-31, 2026 | $1,100 | July 13 | $1,100 |
| Challenge C | August 13-15, 2026 | Free! | August 3 | $325 |
| *camps traveling outside Texas require a $500 non-refundable deposit upon registration | ||||
Incoming students with a demonstrated financial need based on Pell Grant status, completion of FAFSA, and use of a enrollment deposit waiver may be eligible for financial assistance.
Frog Camp Cancellation & No-Show Policy
Should participants cancel their registration after the cancellation deadline listed above, this fee will be charged to their student account. Similarly, students will receive this charge if they do not show for the camp for which they are registered.
There is a no show fee and/or late cancellation (within 10 days of a camp date) fee of $325 for our camps in Texas.
Travel (out-of-state) camps have a no show fee and/or late cancellation (within 2 weeks of a domestic travel camp date and 1 month prior to international travel camp) fee reflecting the price of the respective camp.
When scheduling travel, students must plan to attend their registered camp in its entirety. Students are unable to arrive late or leave early from camp, please make travel arrangements accordingly. Each camp has varied start and end times, check the emails you receive to plan accordingly. TCU is not responsible for any missed or delayed personal flights.
Travel camps have unique flight details. After a student is registered they will receive information. Please review start/end times and airport information diligently before securing a flight.
Housing Accommodations
All students are provided housing accommodations in a hotel or cabin during Frog Camp and randomly assigned a roommate. We do not take requests for a specific roommate during Frog Camp.
If you are attending a Frog Camp and participating in an Orientation session the next day, you can remain in accommodations on campus between programs. If you are participating in an Orientation session and attending a Frog Camp the next day, the same applies. Students with either of these back-to-back occurrences are contacted about 2 weeks prior to confirm any need for this scenario.
Unfortunately, TCU cannot provide additional housing accommodations outside of these situations. We do not provide housing for travel days. If your camp starts on a Wednesday and you arrive to Fort Worth on a Tuesday, we do not provide housing Tuesday evening. If camp ends on a Friday, we do not provide housing Friday night. If you are arriving prior to your session or staying additional nights after your session late, please make your own accommodation reservations off campus at a local hotel.
Who can I contact with questions or more information?
Email at frogcamp@tcu.edu
What do I do if the camp I want to attend fills up?
Each camp has a limited number of spots. Travel camps outside Texas take 24-48 students; Texas camps, local to DFW, have around 200 students. Once a camp is full, there is an option for students to be added to a waitlist. We recommend waitlisted students also register for a camp that is available. There is no guarantee spots will become available at the camp a student is waitlisted for.
How do I register for Frog Camp?
Registration for Orientation & Frog Camp opens on March 25th at 5:30pm CT. Those who have made their enrollment deposit and registered for Orientation can register for Frog Camp. Login to your myTCU portal and clicking on the Admission Status & Checklist tile. Students will be prompted to complete several general information forms and then will have the ability to register for a Frog Camp session.
How much is the travel Frog Camp deposit?
You must pay a $500 non-refundable deposit to register for a travel Frog Camp. The remaining balance will be due closer to your camp session. Due dates for these can be located in the “Cost of Frog Camp” tab.
Why should I attend Frog Camp?
Frog Camp is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is designed to help with your transition into TCU. Frog Camp provides an opportunity to connect with other incoming students, learn more about TCU, and further prepare you for life in college. Most importantly, Frog Camp is FUN!
I have a dietary restriction, how can I make sure that I have food at camp?
Upon registration, you can provide any dietary restrictions or special accommodations. Please make sure you fill this out so we can ensure we have the proper food and accommodations prepared for you.
How do you staff your camps?
We always have two, trained TCU staff members at each camp for safety and risk management purposes. In addition, we have graduate student interns, student directors, student facilitators, and faculty/staff members all affiliated with TCU prepared to help students have fulfilling experience.