Elon Musk is planning a new university in Austin

Elon Musk, who moved to Texas during the pandemic, is planning to start a university in Austin. The university, seeded with a $100 million gift from Musk, will begin with a STEM-focused primary and secondary school. It aims to expand and become a university dedicated to education at the highest levels. The institution will have experienced faculty and a traditional curriculum, as well as hands-on learning experiences. Musk's new STEM school is expecting an initial class of 50 students and is looking to hire staff.