How Fort Worth is Leading the Charge in Higher Education Growth

Fort Worth is experiencing a transformative wave in higher education, driven by major expansions and new developments from institutions like Texas A&M University and the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). This momentum is shaping Fort Worth into...

Wednesday, Sep 11, 2024

Fort Worth’s Higher Education Boom

Artist's rendering of the new UTA West campus overlooking a small lake with kayakers in the water

"The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) announced plans to establish a new 51-acre campus in west Fort Worth located at Walsh, with plans to open the first building by fall 2028. The campus, known as UTA West, aims to eventually serve over 10,000 students, supporting the region’s rapid growth and bolstering workforce development in key industries. This campus will further solidify UTA’s role as a key player in the Fort Worth region’s educational landscape."

Fort Worth is experiencing a transformative wave in higher education, driven by major expansions and new developments from institutions like Texas A&M University and the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). This momentum is shaping Fort Worth into a key hub for educational excellence and innovation.

 

Read why this matters for Fort Worth Economic development.