Research

As a Carnegie R1 institution, research at The University of Texas at Arlington endeavors to improve the world we live in through the relentless pursuit of game-changing discovery.

Research Impact

No. 1

Most innovative university in the Metroplex

U.S. News and World Report, 2025

9th

Fastest-growing doctoral public institution in the U.S.

by the Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, 2024

$155 million

in research expenditures

The University’s ever-growing research portfolio attracts high-achieving students and faculty from across Texas and around the globe.

R-1

Doctoral University

Very High Research Activity designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

18

Number of best graduate programs at UTA

by U.S. News and World Report, 2024

13 March

NASA taps UTA to shape future of autonomous aviation

UTA team tasked with developing safety systems for drones and unmanned flying vehicles

10 March

UTA team wins prize for vital U.S. magnet technology

Physics professor J. Ping Liu helps boost nation’s energy security and advance toward a world-class magnet research hub

5 March

Dallas Co. Constable, UTA partner to improve services

Researchers will analyze staffing, resources and operations to provide data-driven recommendations for better service delivery

4 March

UTA begins groundbreaking study on how we age

Study of Tarrant County residents will use advanced imaging and genetics to explore health declines in older adults

3 March

UTA retains top-tier U.S. research status

Among only 5% of universities nationwide to receive R1 status, UTA expands its research impact

Two students working on electrical project

Research Opportunities

Our efforts have earned us the classification of R1: Doctoral University- Highest Research Activity from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions for Higher Education. Funding for our burgeoning research enterprise continues to grow year after year.

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