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To double in size, UNT Health Fort Worth cuts colleges from 6 to 4
By Dang Le at Fort Worth Report
· June 7, 2026
· 5 min read
Christopher Ray, senior vice president and provost, has a vision for UNT Health Fort Worth: double the number of students over the next five years. “North Texas is one of the fastest-growing regions in America, and I feel very strongly that the world needs more of what we provide,” Ray said at a UNT
Key takeaway The health science institution moved from six colleges to four June 1, after eliminating the College of Public Health and College of Health Professions and shifting their programs into remaining colleges at UNT Health.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The reorganization of UNT Health Fort Worth into four colleges from six has significant implications for the city's healthcare education landscape. As the institution aims to double its student body over the next five years, this streamlining effort is expected to save around $600,000 annually in administrative personnel costs. This move is particularly noteworthy given the rapid growth of the North Texas region, where Fort Worth is a major hub. With its proximity to the Fort Worth Stockyards and the Cultural District, UNT Health Fort Worth is well-positioned to capitalize on the area's expansion. The fact that no academic programs were cut and related programs were moved into larger academic units suggests a strategic approach to growth, one that prioritizes efficiency and budget flexibility. As the city continues to navigate the challenges of providing healthcare services to a growing population, the success of UNT Health Fort Worth's reorganization will be closely watched, particularly in relation to its potential impact on the local healthcare workforce.
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Category: tcu ·
Published: June 7, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Christopher Ray, senior vice president and provost, has a vision for UNT Health Fort Worth: double the number of students over the next five years. “North Texas is one of the fastest-growing regions in America, and I feel very strongly that the world needs more of what we provide,” Ray said at a UNT
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