University of Texas ends plans for Houston campus

HOUSTON (FOX 26) - The University of Texas has canceled all plans for a Houston campus.

Last year, UT purchased more than 300 acres of valuable land just off the West Loop near NRG Stadium.

The University of Houston voiced concerns that a UT campus would compete for resources and students.

In a statement, UT chancellor William McRaven said he takes full responsibility for the lack of progress on the campus, and that the land will eventually be sold.

Tilman Fertitta on the UH system Board of Reagents released  a statement about the decision: