Education Higher Education Guide
BY AUBREY HOWELL
2026
Readers, welcome to your CI Higher Education Edition! The state of Texas has always been known for o ering strong higher education options to our students—but as everyone’s favorite hyper-local news organization—we want to highlight how many great options are right in our backyard. So, welcome to our Annual LOCAL Higher Education Guide.
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Whether you are seeking an undergraduate degree or looking to expand your career options with a postgraduate degree, Fort Bend County and surrounding areas o er four di erent long-established colleges and universities to meet the needs of our community. In this guide, we will explore the new classes available in West Houston from a renowned local business school, several new trade and workforce programs designed to meet the growing needs of our local community, and a look at how AI is transforming the higher education space. Learn more about these stories and more on our website at www.communityimpact.com.
University of Houston uh.edu/katy (832) 842 5289 The University of Houston transforms lives and communities through education, research, service, and innovation, advancing discovery and impact locally and globally.
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Learn about what programs are o ered by local colleges
1 University of Houston Katy campus Undergraduate programs o ered: computer engineering and analytics; construction engineering; systems engineering; traditional nursing track BSN Graduate programs o ered: family nurse practitioner; nursing administration; nursing education; special populations • 22400 Grand Circle Blvd., Katy • 832-842-5289 • www.uh.edu/katy 2 Houston City College Katy campus Programs o ered: art; audio recording technology; dance; drama; engineering; lmmaking; music; music business; cybersecurity; digital information systems and logistics; supply chain management • 22910 Colonial Parkway, Katy
3 Texas State Technical College Fort Bend County campus Programs o ered: advanced manufacturing: industrial maintenance; auto collision and management; automotive; building construction; cybersecurity; diesel equipment; electrical lineworker and management; electrical power and controls; HVAC; occupational safety and environmental compliance; precision machining; robotics and industrial controls; welding • 26706 Southwest Fwy, Rosenberg • 832-595-8734 • www.tstc.edu/campuses/fortbendco
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4 Wharton County Junior College Richmond campus
Programs o ered: cosmetology; emergency medical services; information, technology and networking; paralegal studies; police academy; process technology • 5333 FM 1640, Richmond • 281-239-1500 • www.wcjc.edu/campuses/richmond.aspx
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