Ft. Wayne Colleges & Universities
Fort Wayne Offer Students Abundant Research, Career, and Recreational Opportunities
Fort Wayne earned the designation of "Tree City USA" by the National Arbor Day Foundation 18 years ago. It was ranked one of Golf Digest's Best Golf Towns in America, and it honors Johnny Appleseed, who is buried here, with a fall pioneer festival. Fort Wayne offers plenty of beauty and outdoor recreation to its residents.
But as the "Crossroads of America," Fort Wayne is a U.S. transportation hub, making it ideally situated for business. That and its commitment to research and innovation make it an excellent locale in which to attend college... continue »
Ft. Wayne Locations at a Glance
- 1. ITT Technical Institute - Fort Wayne
- 2. Indiana Business College - Ft. Wayne
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Fort Wayne's Industry and Innovation
The following have been identified as key industries for growth in Fort Wayne:
Fort Wayne's Industry and Innovation
The following have been identified as key industries for growth in Fort Wayne:
- Transportation: Fort Wayne ranks ninth in railroad mileage, 15th in water-borne shipping, and has 11,000 total highway miles among eight major highways. All this makes it appealing to businesses with operations nationwide.
- Life Sciences: Indiana has been identified as one of the nation's top four life sciences leaders, by number of jobs and concentration of workers.
- Financial Services: Fort Wayne has long been a center for financial and insurance services, with such companies as Lincoln Financial Group and Aetna U.S. Healthcare being located here.
- Communications & Defense: Indiana's fiber optic network is among the best in the country, meaning that telecommunications and defense jobs are quite plentiful.
- Agri-Processing: With more than 14.7 million acres of farmland, Indiana relies heavily on food production and bio-fuels for its economy.