Texas Wesleyan University or TXWES was founded by the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in 1890. Texas Wesleyan has historically combined service to a residential population along with its strong commitment to a commuting and adult population. Throughout its history, the University has remained closely affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The University maintains special relationships with several United Methodist congregations, and some of the trustees are representatives of the United Methodist Church. In keeping with Methodist tradition, the University welcomes individuals of all faiths and is thoroughly inclusive in its practices.
The mission at TXWES is to develop students to their full potential as individuals and as members of the world community. A graduate education at Texas Wesleyan isn’t just a piece of paper — it’s a total immersion into a field of study that combines the knowledge and experience of professors, peers and business professionals. The University also has cooperative programs with a number of high schools that allow seniors to enroll in university classes for credit and become familiar with the university experience. Undergraduate and graduate programs are offered on campus and through distance education. Faculty scholarship informs teaching and advances knowledge and understanding.
TXWES is committed to the principles that each student deserves personal attention and that all members of the academic community must have freedom to pursue independent thought and to exercise intellectual curiosity. The University endeavors to create a learning environment where each student is provided an opportunity to pursue individual excellence, to think clearly and creatively and to communicate effectively. The University also strives to develop a sense of civic responsibility and spiritual sensitivity, with a commitment to moral discrimination and action. Texas Wesleyan University strives to develop informed, responsible and articulate citizens.
The University actively seeks and employs faculty and staff with commitment and dedication to teaching, inspiring and serving students. Texas Wesleyan University recognizes its responsibility to the community by providing leadership and talent through programs that enable and enrich society.
Realizing that most students will enter the workforce before returning to graduate school, Texas Wesleyan University will maintain graduate professional programs of high quality in formats that are accessible to working adults. These programs will focus on deepening and broadening critical thinking, analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills in the context of professional content.
Career Services at Texas Wesleyan offers career development assistance, support and resources — from selecting a major to starting a career — for all Texas Wesleyan students. Our career counselors not only help you map your career plan, but they also make sure you’re taking classes that will help you reach your goals.
Location
Fort Worth, Texas (USA)
Fort Worth offers the perfect mix of career opportunities and entertainment options. Texas Wesleyan puts you right in the middle of it all. The Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area is one of America’s largest economies. New jobs are being created here every day. Fort Worth consistently ranks among the best cities to live, work and do business and one of the most diverse economies in the nation. Technology, defense, transportation, energy, education, telecommunications, manufacturing, healthcare, retail and more keep our city working. Newgeography recently listed Fort Worth as one of the nation’s best cities for job growth. The U.S. Census Bureau reports Fort Worth is among America’s largest and fastest growing cities.
Texas Wesleyan University brings the “Smaller. Smarter.” philosophy to everything we do, including our residence halls. You won’t see any high-rise facilities that house a small city’s worth of students anywhere on our campus. We are all about small communities that have a big impact. More resources available to Texas Wesleyan students, including counseling, health and safety services. You can request funding for your student group here, too.
School & Faculty
- Arts & Letters
- Business Administration
- Education
- Health Professions
- Natural & Social Sciences
