Fort Worth ISD and The University of Texas at Arlington officially launched Direct to UTA: College Ready Career Bound during a signing ceremony Nov. 21 on the UTA campus.

The partnership guarantees admission to UTA for qualifying FWISD students as early as the end of their junior year, expanding college access and strengthening pathways from high school to higher education. Eligible students will receive early admission offers along with college-readiness support, including scholarship consideration, financial aid workshops, and campus experiences.

“Fort Worth ISD is deeply grateful for partners like UTA who share our commitment to opening doors for students. Direct admission strengthens not only our students’ futures, but our entire community,” Superintendent Dr. Karen C. Molinar said during the ceremony. “Nurturing student success is truly a team effort, and together we are ensuring every student has the opportunity to flourish.”

Students with a 3.25 unweighted GPA or who rank in the top 25% of their class qualify for admission, while those with a 3.5 GPA or top 10% ranking receive automatic consideration for the Honors College. UTA will support FWISD students through a dedicated liaison, peer mentoring, classroom presentations, and on-the-spot admission review events for students not initially meeting the direct-admission criteria.

For more information about the Direct to UTA: College Ready Career Bound admission program, students and families can contact their high school counselor or visit UTA’s admissions website.