The University of Texas at San Antonio
UTSA
San Antonio, Texas 78249-1644
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a public institution in San Antonio with particular strength in business and computer science. With an average SAT of 1102, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 29.7K undergraduates with a 25:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,131 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,234.
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History & Fun Facts
- •At the university's inaugural commencement, the first diploma was also signed on Lombardino's back.
- •In 1970, the University of Texas Board of Regents appointed the university's first president, Arleigh B.
- •The 671 graduate students composing the first class at the university began attending classes on June 5, 1973.
- •Upperclassmen and lowerclassmen were admitted in 1975 and 1976, respectively.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1102
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
57.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Programs (202)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
226
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average + large city premium