8%
Lower cost of living than the national average
Living in Arlington, TX
Perched between Dallas and Fort Worth, Arlington puts you at the center of one of the fastest-growing metroplexes in the nation. The region’s fun attractions and bustling business scene are just a couple facets that give Mavericks an unforgettable experience in college and beyond.
The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex at a glance
On its way to becoming America’s third-largest metropolitan area, the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington (DFW) region is ripe for students looking to plant roots for a life of work, play, and community.
8
Million people in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex
230+
Sunny days per year
Be at the center of it all
Arlington’s central location makes it the ideal homebase for anyone who wants to enjoy access to large city amenities without living in the hustle and bustle. Beyond being in close proximity to countless points of interest, Arlington is also a convenient 10-minute drive from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Dallas Zoo
You’re less than an hour drive to the largest zoo in Texas. It’s home to over 2,000 animals representing 406 species.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
The oldest botanic garden in Texas, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden sprawls across 120 acres in downtown Fort Worth.
Six Flags Over Texas
Come visit the original Six Flags! Just a 20-minute drive from the heart of campus, you can choose from 45 attractions and 13 heart-pumping roller coasters.
Fort Worth Stockyards
This historic section of Fort Worth celebrates the city’s original heritage as the ending point of the famous Chisholm Trail. From food and drinks to the daily cattle drive, there’s something for everyone.
Perot Museum of Nature & Science
Known for its stunning features and eco-friendly designs by Thom Mayne, the Museum is a jewel in the heart of downtown Dallas.
Fort Worth Zoo
Voted as the top zoo in the country by the LA Times and USA Today, the Fort Worth zoo is home to over 7,000 native and exotic animals.
Texas State Fair
This DFW favorite welcomes over 2.2 million visitors per year from the end of September to the beginning of October. The Texas State fair unequivocally answers the question “Can you really fry that?”
Play, your way
Whether you prefer an adrenaline rush or to sit back to enjoy a show, there’s a weekend outing destination for you. Spend the day at one of the local Six Flags amusement parks for rollercoasters and waterslides, or head to one of multiple local venues for live shows and music.
Enjoy the great outdoors
With over 300 miles of hiking and biking trails, along with many lakes, you’ll never run out of new ways to explore the region’s nature. Pick your shoes, bike, or watercraft of choice and ready, set, go!
Embrace your sports fandom
Home to about 15 professional and esports teams, DFW is a sports epicenter. In Arlington alone, you can catch a Texas Rangers game at the stunning Globe Life Field, see the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium, or head to Choctaw Stadium for soccer, rugby, and football games.
Connect with the cultural scene
Learn something new off campus at the International Bowling Museum & Hall of Fame or the anticipated National Medal of Honor Museum. Then take in local art at Meadowbrook Sculpture Garden, Theatre Arlington, or the couple dozen murals downtown. You can even taste a world of cultures at DFW’s 15,000+ restaurants, which show off the region’s diversity.
Propel yourself into an bustling career hub
Texas is home to the second-highest number of Fortune 500 companies*, making it the perfect launch pad for a fruitful career. Pursue coveted internship and career opportunities at the Fortune 500 companies that call DFW home, including AT&T, Kimberly-Clark, American Airlines, Texas Instruments, CBRE, Builders FirstSource, and Southwest Airlines.
*Based on the 2024 Fortune 500 ranking