Arlington, TX Blogs

Do You Need a Car at UTA? Getting Around Arlington Without One (2026)

You need a car at UTA unless your apartment sits on a MavMover shuttle route or inside about a half-mile walk of campus. Arlington runs no city bus system at all — the closest thing is Arlington On-Demand, a Via rideshare service charging $3 to $8 a ride based on distance. A 2026-2027 Student General parking permit costs $306 for the year, and the cheapest Remote Park & Ride permit is $153.

Student Safety Checklist: What to Look for in Off-Campus Housing in Arlington

How to Find the Perfect Roommate at College in Arlington, TX

The Essential Student Budget Guide for Living Off-Campus in Arlington, TX

How to Choose the Right Off-Campus Apartment in Arlington: A Student's Step-By-Step Guide