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History
In 1978, Tarleton State University established its Fort Worth presence with Dr. Lamar Johanson’s medical laboratory science program, initially enrolling eight students. The program expanded, relocating to the Richard C. Schaffer Building in the 1990s.
The 2006 move to the Hickman Building marked a turning point. Student numbers grew significantly, reaching over 1,700 by 2015.
Walton Global donated 80 acres in 2014, paving the way for a permanent campus, with the master plan approved in 2017.
The vision culminated in 2019 with the opening of the Campus Administration Building, solidifying Tarleton State Fort Worth’s permanent presence.
The Interprofessional Education Building opened in Fall 2024, alongside the first cohort of first- and second-year students. With a current enrollment of nearly 2,600 and 60+ programs, the campus stands as a beacon of opportunity and innovation.

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Tarleton State Fort Worth’s main location, less than 20 minutes from Downtown Fort Worth, consists of 80-acres on Chisholm Trail Parkway. Texas A&M-Fort Worth opens in Fall 2026 and select instruction, the Transfer Texan Hub, and resources are located at TCC Trinity River. Learn more about these locations and Tarleton State Online by select the buttons below.