Fort Worth may be best known for the historic Stockyards, great neighborhoods, and its famous BBQ, but there are also great colleges in and around the city. If you’re helping your teens, students, or group members explore higher education options, Fort Worth is worth a visit. It has large public universities as well as smaller, private liberal arts schools.
Organizing a college tour trip for a big group can be stressful, but finding reliable group transportation doesn’t have to be. Partybus.com can help streamline group travel around the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We’ll find you the perfect Fort Worth bus rental or fleet for your group’s size, no matter how many people you’re traveling with. Call us at 877-563-2133 to get started. Now, let’s explore what Fort Worth has to offer:
Texas Christian University (TCU)
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Address: 2800 S University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76129
Phone: (817) 257-7000
TCU is a private university with an 8,000-person student body, a world-class football team (Go Frogs!), and a reputation for rigorous academics. The business school, nursing program, communications program, and ranch management program attract many out-of-state students, making it a diverse, fun place. In the sports world, TCU is also known for its baseball and equestrian teams.
The campus is beautiful as well, with red brick buildings, lush green spaces, and towering oak trees. It’s conveniently located near downtown, which has tons of attractions, restaurants, and museums. TCU also owns the beautiful Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center just across from campus. It’s a great spot to see TCU’s iconic mascot, SuperFrog, before embarking on a campus tour.
Group Tours
You can request a group visit here for groups of up to 100 people. Tours are available to freshman and transfer students, as well as those interested in graduate programs. You can even reserve a private tour for your group of high school students with a presentation tailored to your organization’s educational program.
Group visits are available Monday through Friday and usually start at 9 a.m. Tours take about 2.5 hours and end at the TCU Barnes & Noble Bookstore, where you’ll find Horned Frogs merch, snacks, and refreshments. Your charter bus can drop everyone off in front of the Welcome Center and park in the visitor parking lot at the corner of West Cantey Street and Stadium Drive.
If anyone in your group has mobility concerns, let the admission team know. The tour can be adjusted to meet their needs. You can also request an ADA-accessible bus when you reserve your charter bus through Partybus.com.
University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)
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Address: 701 S Nedderman Dr, Arlington, TX 76019
Phone: (817) 272-2011
UTA is a public research university with a 40,000+ person student body known for the acclaimed engineering, nursing, and business programs. It’s a popular choice for students who want a rigorous education and easy access to the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. The university is also well-known for sports teams like the Mavericks baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, and tennis teams.
UTA’s campus has an urban design aesthetic, but there are still plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy the Texas sunshine. Explore areas like the relaxing green lawns and shade trees of the University Center Mall and the serene Cooper Street Pedestrian Mall with its water features and student lounge.
Group Tours
You can book a group tour of the UTA campus for a maximum of 50 students at a time with one chaperone required for every 10 students. Each tour will include a presentation by an admission counselor, a guided walking tour of campus, and a stop at the University Center.
Group tours are offered from 9:00 am to 11:00 a.m. Monday through Friday, though times may vary. Reservations for group tours must be made 2 weeks in advance. Once your group arrives at campus, your driver can drop everyone off in front of the E.H. Hereford University Center on West 1st Street, while waiting for your group in the parking lot at Lot 49. If you’re having trouble finding the Welcome Center or Parking Lot 49, call 817-272-2011 for assistance.
Texas Wesleyan University (TWU)
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Address: 1201 Wesleyan St, Fort Worth, TX 76105
Phone: (817) 531-4422
This small private college near downtown Fort Worth was established by the Methodist Episcopal Church in 1890 and has a student body of around 3,000. It may be smaller than UTA, but the school offers a unique academic experience to its students. The beautiful campus sits on a bluff overlooking downtown, and TWU prides itself on class sizes of 17 students to 1 faculty member.
The small class size allows for more personalized interactions with professors and is the perfect option for those who crave a lot of individual attention. Texas Wesleyan is widely known for its social work, nursing, and business programs, as well as pre-law and pre-med.
Group Tours
Group tours of TWU’s campus are available for high school students and their parents as well as transfer students, adult learners, and veterans. On top of a guided walking tour of campus, group visitors can enjoy a presentation led by an admissions counselor or a financial aid counselor. Visitors can also request to see student housing, athletic facilities, or other buildings on campus.
Group tour reservations can be made by calling 817-531-7562 at least a week in advance. TWU’s parking areas are limited but your driver can park in the lot across the street on Wesleyan Street. If there isn’t a spot available, you’ll need to park off-site in downtown Fort Worth.
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Address: 2001 W Seminary Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76115
Phone: (817) 923-1921
If you have a church youth group or religious organization, consider adding Southwestern Baptist to your list of college stops. Opened in 1908, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is one of the largest seminaries in the world with around 2,500 students each year. It is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and offers over 100 degree programs.
The sprawling 200-acre campus includes a library with over 1 million volumes (the largest theological library collection in Texas), the Cowden Hall performance space, a historic chapel, a museum, and multiple dining halls.
Group Tours
Campus visits for prospective students are offered Monday through Friday and include an information session about the campus and a walking tour of the grounds. You can also request to sit in on chapel or a class and take a tour of student housing during your visit. Parking is available in the visitor lot near the Riley Center, though oversized vehicles are required to park in the back lot near the seminary’s baseball field.
Tarrant County College
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Address: 828 Harwood Rd, Hurst, TX 76054
Phone: (817) 515-8222
Tarrant County College, or TCC, is a multi-campus community college with over 48,000 students enrolled and a stellar reputation in the DFW area. TCC has six campuses in total: South Campus, Southeast Campus, Northeast Campus, Northwest Campus, Trinity River Campus, and Connect Campus. TCC offers an affordable education for students who are working, want to get their associate’s degree, and want to transfer into a 4-year institution later on. It’s also great for high school students to take dual credit classes while finishing their diploma.
Campus Tours
Each TCC campus offers personalized tours to meet each group’s needs. If you have a class of nursing students, you can visit the Health Sciences building at the Trinity River Campus. If you’re bringing a group from a high school, you’ll want to visit your local campus to get an idea of what TCC has to offer. While you’re on campus, be sure to ask your guide about TCC’s Transfer Pathways, which make transferring into a 4-year university simple. Keep in mind that you will need to organize parking arrangements for your minibus or charter bus rental. Street parking in the area is often restricted, so call ahead and make a plan with your driver.
Weatherford College
Address: 225 College Park Dr, Weatherford, TX 76086
Phone: (817) 594-5471
Weatherford College is a small community college with around 6,000 students and a strong focus on agriculture and equestrian studies. It’s located about an hour west of Fort Worth, which is the perfect amount of time for students to study or take a quick nap in a charter bus rental while you travel. Each semester, Weatherford College hosts a series of events that showcase the agriculture department’s equine studies program. You can request a group visit to see the college’s beautiful facilities and learn more about the nationally-ranked agriculture program.
Campus Tours
Campus tours at Weatherford College begin at the Doss Heritage & Culture Center and include a presentation from the admission staff, a campus tour, and a meal at the Coyote Cafe. Group tours can be requested at least two weeks in advance by emailing wcinfo@wc.edu. You can also request parking for your bus rental when you book.
Rent a Bus from Partybus.com For Your Fort Worth Campus Tour!
Navigating the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex can be a bit challenging, especially if your group isn’t familiar with the highways. Partybus.com has a nationwide network of bus rental professionals, so we can help your group of students, teachers, or friends explore colleges throughout the metroplex and beyond. Your charter bus rental will be equipped with a driver, as well as the amenities you request for a smooth and relaxing ride. Call our team anytime at 877-563-2133 to get your campus tour set up!