The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is a large public research university in Arlington, Texas, in the Dallas‑Fort Worth metro, known for strong programs in nursing, business, computer science, engineering, and communications plus a diverse, commuter‑heavy campus and Division I athletics. Students often rave about the career‑focused environment, many clubs and organizations, location‑driven internships, and the chance to live affordably while still being close to a major urban job market.
Common Majors
nursing, business administration, computer science, engineering
“UT Arlington feels like a big, diverse campus in the DFW area where you can study in strong business and tech programs, join lots of clubs and UT Arlington events, and still be close to internship‑rich city life, and many students say they were surprised by how quickly the 420‑acre campus and 100‑plus organizations made them feel professionally active yet connected.”
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$11,727 / $29,299
Conference
Western Athletic Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.