ACCEPTANCE RATE
88.5%
More selective than 20% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
Public University
University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio, a public institution founded in 1969, is dedicated to shaping the futures of its 34,864 students through diverse academic programs and real-world experiences.
88.5%ACCEPTANCE
$10,831AVG NET PRICE
51%GRAD RATE
34.9KSTUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
San Antonio, TXcity 725 acres
THE SIGNATURE
University of Texas at San Antonio Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) serves as a vibrant hub of education and research within a dynamic city environment. Established in 1969, UTSA has evolved into a major public research university, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and student success. With a student population exceeding 34,800, it offers a wide variety of programs across its multiple campuses, including a focus on health sciences, engineering, and liberal arts.
Located in San Antonio, Texas, the university's campuses are well integrated into the city's rich cultural tapestry and historic landmarks. Students can take advantage of the city's diverse community and activities, from cultural events to internships and research opportunities that enrich their educational experience. The energetic atmosphere at UTSA promotes a spirit of exploration and collaboration, equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
AT A GLANCE
TypePublicFour or more years
Founded1969
Settingcity 725 acres
Calendarsemester
GETTING IN
Admissions
UT San Antonio has an acceptance rate of 88.5%, making it a welcoming option for a large pool of applicants, which numbered 22,497. The university values accessibility and provides opportunities for students from various backgrounds to achieve their educational goals.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
1,000–1,200
4001600
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Jun 1regular
Rolling thereafter.
Undergraduate application fee $70.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$9,279/yr
Out-of-state: $9,279/yr.
Net price by income band
$7,802$0–$30,000
$7,976$30,001–$48,000
$9,699$48,001–$75,000
$15,948$75,001–$110,000
$19,758$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$10,831/yr
▼ 4% since 2020-2170% receive grants or scholarships
Average grant or scholarship aid $8,453.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
UTSA is recognized as the third largest public research university in Texas and offers over 300 academic programs. The university emphasizes real-world learning and research across disciplines such as health, engineering, and the sciences, preparing students for successful careers.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
25:1
20.3% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
6-year graduation rate
51%
▲ 16 pts since 2016
First-year retention
79%
Median across 34 institutions in our national dataset: 89%.
Bachelor-level fields offered
80
Bachelor-level fields reported as offered in IPEDS
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Share of bachelor's degree completions, not of all enrolled students.
Psychology, General.9%
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance.6.6%
Exercise Science and Kinesiology.6.5%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.6%
Business Administration and Management, General.5.4%
Computer and Information Sciences, General.5.4%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Reported capacity of institution-controlled housing and campus setting. Capacity does not indicate how many students currently live in university housing.
University-controlled housing capacity
4,585
Includes institution-controlled housing; it may extend beyond campus.
Setting
city 725 acres
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
Earnings and employment of former students after entering the university.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$57,131
Median earnings of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Working after 10 yrs
89.3%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
81.7%
81.7% of former students earn above the Scorecard high-school earnings threshold, ten years after entry.
Neighborhoods near UTSA
Where students live around University of Texas at San Antonio — vibe, walkability, and commute at a glance.
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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics, and College Scorecard. University Apartments is not affiliated with University of Texas at San Antonio.