Texas

Texas

Texas is a South Central state bordered by Oklahoma to the north, Louisiana to the East, and an international border with the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas to the south. It is the second most populous state in the United States; only California has more residents. The state is the largest in the contiguous United States and the second largest overall; only Alaska is bigger. Texas contains diverse landscapes; forest, mountains, deserts, dry plains, and coastal lowlands.

Texas is named after the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies". Houston is the largest city in Texas and the fourth-largest in the United States, while San Antonio is the second largest in the state and seventh largest in the United States. Dallas–Fort Worth and Greater Houston are the fourth and sixth largest United States metropolitan areas. Other major cities include El Paso and Austin; the state capital.

Due to its long history as a center of the industry, Texas is associated with the image of the cowboy. Over 1,000 different soils produce a variety of crops there.  While the state leads the country in production of beef, cattle, sheep, and wool, many people who live there don't fit the cowboy image. Texas is also the country's leading producer of oil, natural gas, and sulfur. Crude oil, or "black gold," was discovered in the state during the 19th century and the enormous east Texas oil field was discovered in 1930. With strong investments in universities, Texas developed a diversified economy and high tech industry in the mid-20th century.

International students considering studying in Texas will find a wide range of colleges, technical schools, and universities to choose from in these areas. There are several university systems welcoming international students in Texas, including the notable Texas A&M, Texas State, Texas Tech, University of Houston, University of North Texas, and University of Texas systems.

List of colleges and universities in Texas

Official Website of the State of Texas

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