Areas of Study Study at UT San Antonio
Majors
Carlos Alvarez College of Business
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Analytics
Business Economics
Economics
Finance
General Business
Human Resources Management
Management
Marketing
» Sport, Event and Tourism Management
Operations and Supply Chain
Management
Real Estate Finance and Development
College of AI, Cyber and Computing
Applied Cyber Analytics
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Information Systems and Technology
Software Engineering
Statistics and Data Science
College of Education and Human Development
African American Studies
Behavioral Science
Equity and Education
» Core Subjects with Science of Teaching Reading: Early Childhood-Grade 6 with English as a Second Language
» Grades 4–8 Language Arts/ Reading/ Social Studies with English as a Second Language
» Grades 4–8 Mathematics with English as a Second Language
» Grades 4–8 Science with English as a Second Language
» EC–12 Special Education
Mexican American Studies
Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design
Architecture
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Construction Science and Management
Electrical Engineering
Industrial and Systems
Interior Design
Mechanical Engineering
College of Liberal and Fine Arts
Anthropology
Art
» Ceramics
» Drawing
» New Media
» Painting
» Photography
» Printmaking
» Sculpture
Art History and Criticism
Classical Studies and Humanities
Commercial and Digital Music
Communication
» Health Communication
» Public Relations
Community Arts
Digital Media Influence
Dramatic Arts
English
» Professional Writing
» Creative Writing
» English Language Arts and Reading
» Black, Indigenous, and Latinx Literature
Film and Media Studies
Geography and Environmental Sustainability
» Social Studies (Education)
Global Affairs
History
» Social Studies
Journalism
Linguistics in the Local and Global Community
Medical Humanities
» Health Careers
» Pre-Advanced Practice Provider
» Pre-Medicine
Modern Language Studies
Music Δ
» Music Education
» Composition
» Music Performance
» Music Marketing
Philosophy
Political Science
» Social Studies (Education)
Politics and Law
Spanish
College for Health, Community and Policy
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Health Administration
Health, Aging and Society
Kinesiology
» Athletic Training
» Exercise Science
» Rehabilitation Science
» Physical Education
» Strength and Conditioning
Nutrition and Dietetics Δ
Nutrition and Health
Psychology
Public Administration and Policy
Public Health
Social Work
Sociology
College of Sciences
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Geosciences
Mathematics
Mathematics for Teaching
Mathematics of Data and Computing
Microbiology and Immunology
Multidisciplinary Science
Neuroscience
Physics
University College
Multidisciplinary Studies (MDST)
» Customize your degree program
» Multiple focus areas that interest you
Customize your MDST degree with a niche:
Applied Data Science
Artificial Intelligence
Cyber Intelligence
Data Science
Game Design
Hospitality and Events Management
Spanish and Community Health
Strategic Leadership and Defense
Major-Specific Requirements
Explore our Programs!
Can't decide? It's okay! You have your whole life in front of you. Apply as Undecided and you'll spend your first semester exploring all your options. Interested in many areas? Apply as a Multidisciplinary Studies student and you can build your own program. future.utsa.edu/programs
Fully Online
The following degrees are available to you fully online. Please note the cost of attendance is different for these programs. online.utsa.edu
Communication
Cybersecurity
Digital Media Influence
Geography and Environmental Sustainability
Multidisciplinary Studies
» Customize your degree program
» Select from multiple focus areas that interest you
Minors & Certificates
Enhance Your Degree
We offer a variety of minors and certificates, like Dance and Sport Management, to enhance your major area of study. future.utsa.edu/enhance
Career Pathways
Career in Law
If you're interested in pursuing a legal career, the Institute for Law and Public Affairs will support you through prelaw advising and events, a Certificate in Legal Studies and its hallmark program, the Summer Law School Preparation Academy. utsa.edu/ilpa
Career in the Military
At UT San Antonio, you can work toward becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force or Army while completing your degree. As an ROTC student, you can also choose to major in the multidisciplinary studies niche in Strategic Leadership and Defense or minor in Aerospace Studies or Military Management and Leadership. future.utsa.edu/rotc
Career in Teaching
UT San Antonio is approved by the State Board for Educator Certification to recommend students for teaching certification in various baccalaureate degree areas. future.utsa.edu/teacher
Elementary School Teacher
» Major in Education - Equity and Education
Middle/High School Teacher
» Major in your academic specialization
Health Science Center
The UT San Antonio Health Science Center prepares you to become a healthcare provider, researcher or leader through hands-on learning in state-of-the-art facilities. Academic programs across six health professional schools equip you to make an impact from day one in the communities you will serve. Please note that the Health Science Center schools have different admissions and financial aid processes. uthscsa.edu/academics
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Long School of Medicine
School of Dentistry
School of Health Professions
School of Nursing
School of Public Health
Career Pathways in Clinical Health
You will first apply to a UT San Antonio major. Once enrolled, the Health Professions Office (HPO) will support you to prepare for competitive admission into various clinical health fields. utsa.edu/hpo
Advising on Clinical Health Careers
HPO offers general advising to help you explore the following clinical health fields:
Dental and Dental Hygiene
Medical and Texas Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP)
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant
Respiratory Care
Veterinary Medicine
Dual-Degree Pathway to Dental Surgery
Once enrolled, if you are a biology undergraduate who meets the program requirements, you can apply to the Dental Early Acceptance Program (DEAP), a 3+4 BS/DDS dual-degree program to earn a bachelor's degree from our College of Sciences and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from our School of Dentistry within seven years.
Dual-Degree Pathway to Medical Laboratory Science
Once enrolled, if you are studying biology, chemistry or microbiology/ immunology and meet the requirements, you can apply to the Medical Laboratory Science Early Acceptance Program, a 3+2 BS/MLS dual-degree program to earn a bachelor's degree from our College of Sciences and a Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from our School of Health Professions within five years.
Dual-Degree Pathway to Physical Therapy
Once enrolled, if you are majoring in biology or kinesiology and meet the requirements, you can apply to the Physical Therapy Early Acceptance Program, a 3+3 BS/DPT dual-degree program where students can earn a bachelor's degree from our College of Sciences or College for Health, Community and Policy and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from our School of Health Professions within six years.
Dual-Degree Pathway to Respiratory Care
Once enrolled, if you are studying biology or kinesiology and meet the requirements, you can apply to the Respiratory Care Early Acceptance Program (RCEAP), a 3+2 BS/MSRC dual-degree program to earn a bachelor's degree from our College of Sciences or College for Health, Community and Policy and a Master of Science in Respiratory Care from our School of Health Professions within five years.
Pathway to Nursing
Once enrolled, if you are a Multidisciplinary Studies undergraduate and meet the program requirements, you can apply to the 2+2 BS/BSN Facilitated Agreement to Nursing School (FANS) program to earn two bachelor's degrees, including a bachelor's degree from our School of Nursing, within four years.
Admissions
Apply to UT San Antonio
Admission Requirements
Guaranteed Admissions
Transferable
< 12 hours 2.25 Transfer GPA & meet freshman requirements*
12-29 hours
2.75 Transfer GPA or 2.25 Transfer GPA & meet freshman requirements*
≥ 30 hours 2.25 Transfer GPA
As an applicant, you must be eligible to return to your most recent institution. If you must meet freshman requirements, you need to submit your official final high school transcript.
* Visit future.utsa.edu/fr to view these requirements.
^ Dual credit and coursework in progress does not count toward transferable credit hours.
future.utsa.edu/transfer
Holistic Review
You may be considered for admission through holistic review if you do not meet guaranteed admission requirements. The transfer committee may consider your prior military service, letters of recommendation, application essay, success toward core completion, evidence of relevant coursework and experience, or grades in courses for specific areas of study. future.utsa.edu/holistic
International Transfer Requirements
Credits Minimum GPA
1-29 hours 2.25 GPA (US) or 2.5 GPA (foreign) and meet freshmen requirements
≥ 30 hours 2.25 GPA (US) or 2.5 GPA (foreign)
A foreign credential evaluation is required for any foreign college or university transcripts
Eligible to return to their most recent institution
Meet minimum English Language Proficiency future.utsa.edu/international
Note About Test Scores
If you must also meet freshman requirements, please note that SAT or ACT scores are not required but will be considered if submitted.
How Will My Credits Transfer?
To determine how your courses will transfer to UT San Antonio, use the Transfer Credit Calculator, meet with a Student Success Advisor, or review our Transfer Guides.
Need more one-on-one help?
Meet with a Student Success Advisor through Transfer and Transition Student Success Services.
future.utsa.edu/credit
Admission Into Certain Majors
You may need to meet additional majorspecific requirements to be admitted directly into a college and major. These programs are identified with a Δ symbol in the Areas of Study section. If you meet the general admission requirements but not the stated major requirements, you will be admitted into University College in a focused studies pathway based on the academic studies program you selected when you applied. You will then be able to work toward meeting the prerequisites needed to declare your major. future.utsa.edu/studies
Honors College Invitation
You are automatically considered for Honors College eligibility based on your admission application to UT San Antonio. You must receive an invitation and submit acceptance to officially join. As an Honors College student, you can come from any major and enjoy many benefits, including priority registration, additional scholarship opportunities and an experiential curriculum. To be considered for an Honors invitation, you must meet Distinguished Transfer Scholarship criteria or go through an individual review until the class is full.
future.utsa.edu/honors
See How Your Credits Will Transfer
Admission Deadlines
Application Process: Transfer Admissions
1 Submit Your Admission Application
2 Pay Application Fee
Credit Card: If you did not pay your fee when you submitted your application, you'll be able to pay it once we receive your application and you gain access to your myUTSA Admissions portal.
3 Request & Submit Transcripts
You must request transcripts from each college you attended. These should match the colleges you listed on your admission application. Please note each institution has its own transcript request process. Sealed, official transcripts can be mailed to UT San Antonio or sent electronically. Emails with transcripts you send directly will not be accepted. Visit future.utsa.edu/trn for more information.
4 Send Test Scores
SAT/ACT*: UT San Antonio's ACT Code is 4239 and SAT Code is 6919. You are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores for admission if you must meet freshman requirements, but your scores will be considered if you do submit them.
ELP: As an international student, you must submit your English Language Proficiency scores directly from the testing agency. Testing agency codes can be found at future.utsa.edu/international. 5 Submit
All documentation must be received by the admission deadline (not postmarked).
myUTSA Admissions Portal: Once we receive your application and you get access to your myUTSA Admissions portal, you'll see a checklist of remaining items, documents, or forms required to complete your admissions file.
Essay & Recommendation Letters: These items do not appear on your admission checklist because they are recommended; however, if you're undergoing a holistic review, we encourage you to submit an essay and two letters of recommendation.
6 Check Your Admission Status
Take the first step and visit our Transfer Credit Calculator! *For transfer students who
You'll get an email to claim your myUTSA ID, which you will use to log into our myUTSA Admissions portal at my.future.utsa.edu. Once logged in, click your application to find your status and admission checklist. Be sure to check your email often for updates!
All required documents, transcripts, fees and optional test scores must be received by the deadline listed below to be considered for admission. Decisions are released on a rolling basis. Some financial aid programs require you to apply and/or be admitted, so be mindful of aid-related deadlines!
Fall Term
Domestic Students:
July 1 Deadline to Apply July 15 Deadline for Documents
International Students: June 1 Deadline to Apply June 15 Deadline for Documents
Spring Term
Domestic Students: Nov 15 Deadline to Apply Dec 1 Deadline for Documents
International Students: Nov 1 Deadline to Apply Nov 15 Deadline for Documents
Summer Term
Domestic Students:
May 1 Deadline to Apply May 15 Deadline for Documents
International Students: Apr 1 Deadline to Apply Apr 15 Deadline for Documents
Aid-Related Deadlines
Maximize your financial aid by meeting the deadlines below. Stay current at future.utsa.edu/tr-aid
FAFSA
May 1 Priority for Fall Nov 1 Priority for Spring
AlamoPROMISE to Bold Promise
May 1 Final for Fall Nov 1 Final for Spring
Scholarship Hub's General Application Jan 15 Priority
Transfer Scholarships
May 1 Final for Fall Oct 15 Final for Spring
freshman requirements
Deadlines are subject to change. Visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
Aid and Cost
Pay for UT San Antonio
Scholarship Hub's General Application
UT San Antonio offers several scholarship opportunities through our Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships to help you cover the cost of education.
To access this scholarship application, you must first submit an admission application to us. Then, when you get your myUTSA ID, log into our Scholarship Hub and submit the Scholarship Hub’s General Application by January 15. To be considered for scholarships, you must also have a completed admission application file, including optional test scores, transcripts, fees, etc., by January 15.
Even after January 15, you are encouraged to visit the Hub often as new scholarship opportunities are added throughout the year.
onestop.utsa.edu/hub
More Scholarships on the Hub
Scholarships are added throughout the year. Visit the Scholarship Hub to access the applications offered by the various UT San Antonio colleges and departments.
onestop.utsa.edu/hub
Distinguished Transfer Scholarship
If you apply and display exceptional scholastic achievement, you will automatically be considered for this competitive, merit scholarship valued at up to $6,000 for up to two years if renewal eligibility is maintained. If you are a nonTexas resident or international student awarded this scholarship, you will be granted a waiver and pay in-state tuition as long as you maintain scholarship eligibility. You must apply and be admitted by these dates:
May 1 Fall Transfer Applicants
Oct 15 Spring Transfer Applicants onestop.utsa.edu/dts
PTK Scholarship
If you are an incoming transfer who is a member of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) and have a 3.0 GPA or better, you can apply for this scholarship of $1,000 ($500 per semester).
May 1 Fall Transfer Applicants Oct 15 Spring Transfer Applicants future.utsa.edu/tr-aid
UT San Antonio & Alamo Colleges District
Through our partnership with the Alamo Colleges District, you could qualify for additional financial aid opportunities to help you transfer to UT San Antonio.
AlamoPROMISE
to Bold Promise
If you're an Alamo Colleges student who completed the requirements of AlamoPROMISE, you may qualify for Bold Promise, which covers 100% of tuition and mandatory fees for eligible students. Visit our website below to learn more.
May 1 Submit FAFSA for Fall Admits Nov 1 Submit FAFSA for Spring Admits
CHECK ELIGIBILITY future.utsa.edu/alamo
Joint Admission Scholarship
If you are a fall or spring Alamo Colleges student transferring 24-66 semester credits and have a 3.0 GPA, you will be automatically considered ($1,000 fall admits; $500 spring admits).
May 1 Fall Transfer Applicants Oct 15 Spring Transfer Applicants future.utsa.edu/tr-aid
Estimated Cost of Attendance
UT San Antonio is one of the most affordable Texas public universities in a major metropolitan area. Your cost of attendance may vary based on many factors, such as residency, expected enrollment, and living arrangements. Below is an estimate for a specific student scenario. Please use our Net Price Calculator to help estimate your financial aid options. onestop.utsa.edu/costs
Full-Time Undergraduate TX Resident Living Off Campus
The below costs are from 2026-2027 estimates based on if you are a Texas resident, live off campus, and take 15 credit hours or 5 classes for both fall and spring semesters. (These costs are subject to change).
Direct Costs (what you pay to us)
$11,448 Tuition & Fees*
Indirect Costs (what you pay to others)
$12,278 Housing & Meals (average)**
$1,000 Books, Course Materials, Supplies & Equipment
$3,990 Transportation
$2,134 Personal Expenses
$68 Loan Fees***
$30,918 Total Estimated Costs
* If you are an out-of-state student, you will have all the same expenses except for tuition and fees. Out-of-state tuition and fees are $27,598.
** If living on campus, housing & meals is $15,670 and your direct costs increase. If living at home with parents, housing & meals is $5,644 and your indirect costs go down slightly.
*** If you choose to borrow Direct Student Loans, this is the average amount of loan origination fees withheld by Federal Direct Lending.
Net Price Calculator
The Net Price Calculator is designed to help you, your family, and other consumers estimate the net price of a given higher education institution. It will also calculate a potential financial aid offer that includes scholarships, grants, loans and work-study eligibility. onestop.utsa.edu/price
Stay Updated!
If anything changes related to financial aid, we'll post updates on our website.
future.utsa.edu/tr-aid
1
Apply for Scholarships
Scholarship Hub: Once you get your myUTSA ID, login to the Scholarship Hub to complete the Hub's General Application and any other UT San Antonio scholarships available on the Hub
Outside Scholarship: If you are the recipient of any type of award to fund your education from a source other than UT San Antonio, you must report it to the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships as soon as possible by submitting an Outside Scholarship Notification Form on onestop.utsa.edu/forms
2 Submit FAFSA
To receive financial aid, you must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on studentaid.gov Our FAFSA Code is 010115.
File your FAFSA by our priority deadline of May 1 for fall or Nov 1 for spring. Certain aid options, like the Texas Grant, are offered based on our priority deadline. These dates may be modified if there are any changes within the U.S. Department of Education or the State of Texas. Students who are not eligible for federal aid may still qualify for state aid in Texas. For more information, visit onestop.utsa.edu/tasfa.
3 Get Admitted to UT San Antonio
You must first be admitted to UT San Antonio in order to have a Financial Aid offer generated. The timing of when offers are sent out vary.
4
Set up Duo and Check Status
We are committed to protecting our student data. You must have two-factor authentication set up through Duo in order to see financial aid information on your myUTSA Account. Set up Duo at onestop.utsa.edu/duo.
5 Review & Accept Your Offer
Once you receive a Financial Aid offer, you must either accept or decline it. Financial Aid begins to disburse, or pay out, 10 days prior to the first day of class.
Connect with Us
Whether it’s a virtual event, on-campus visit, or a one-on-one session, there are plenty of ways to explore UT San Antonio. Connect with an admissions counselor to learn more.
Your Admissions Counselors
Our admissions counselors can help answer your questions about applying to UT San Antonio or why we are a great fit for you! future.utsa.edu/contact
Rowdy Bot
Ask our AI-powered Rowdy Bot general questions, and it will search our websites for you and provide an answer. future.utsa.edu or onestop.utsa.edu
Military Benefits
Our Center for Military Affiliated Students can help you with using Veteran, GI Bill, or Hazlewood benefits! cmas.utsa.edu/contact-us
One Stop Enrollment Center
Our One Stop counselors can help you understand your financial aid options and check your aid or admission status! onestop.utsa.edu/contact
Transfer and Transition Services
Meet with our academic advisors on how your credits transfer to UT San Antonio. utsa.edu/studentsuccess/transfer
Family Portal
Parents and families have a dedicated place to access resources, information and campus news. Get started today! utsa.campusesp.com
Tour Campus
We offer in-person or self-guided tours of our Main and Downtown campuses at our Welcome Centers. You can also take a virtual tour! future.utsa.edu/tour
Attend Our Signature Open House
Attend our campus-wide signature open house event, held on a Saturday in the fall and spring, to discover what makes our campus special! future.utsa.edu/day
Visit Our Colleges
Our colleges host specialized events where you can meet faculty and explore our academic programs and facilities. future.utsa.edu/visit
RSVP to Connect Virtually
Can't make it to campus? We host virtual sessions and office hours on topics including admissions, financial aid and more! future.utsa.edu/visit Sign up for a visit!
Experience UT San Antonio firsthand on one of our campus tours.
Roadrunner Experience
What you do here shapes what comes next. Discover meaningful academics, a lively campus and a community that feels like home. Scan the QR code below and continue the experience online.
A University That is Nationally Recognized for Opportunity & Excellence
UT San Antonio is one of only 21 US universities to earn both Carnegie R1 status for research excellence and the new Opportunity College & University designation for advancing your access and success.
Career Ready
UT San Antonio's formula for success gives you immersive learning experiences and marketable skills to pursue life-changing careers. Hands-on career exploration through real-world industry experience, entrepreneurship opportunities, servicelearning, study abroad and more will help you be successful after college.
Internships
Undergraduate Research
Community Engagement
Study
Abroad
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Leadership Development
Rowdy Spirit
There are many ways to get involved as a Roadrunner! Join one of 300+ student clubs/ organizations, or play for one of 17 NCAA Division I teams in the American Athletic Conference. Prefer to watch? You get free admission to home games with mobile ticketing. Go 'Runners!
Your Home on Campus
Living on campus is your best option for convenience, peace of mind, making connections and academic success. It also comes with financial benefits, including housing contracts tied to the academic year instead of the calendar year, all utilities covered—including high-speed internet—free laundry and more. Dining is just as easy, with flexible meal plans, convenient locations and mobile ordering!
7 ON-CAMPUS HOUSING OPTIONS
Dining options include, but are not limited to:
