MAGAZINE FOR FUTURE ROADRUNNERS // FALL 2018
Starting Your Roadrunner Journey PAGE 8
Howdy Rowdy Bash at Six Flags
During Roadrunner Days, UTSA’s welcome week, Roadrunners attended Howdy Rowdy Bash, a one-of-a-kind event at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Roadrunners enjoyed exclusive after hours park access that featured a live musical performance from Jesse McCartney along with rides, games and more.
STUDENT NOTE
HI!
Howdy, Future Roadrunners! My name is Travis and I’m a double major in cyber security and information systems. I graduated from a small private high school in 2015. When the time came to transition into a large university like UTSA, it was a wild but rewarding experience! It was stressful at first, but college is a lot of fun and will help you make lifelong friendships that lead to unforgettable experiences. I chose UTSA for the cyber security program because it’s ranked #1 in the nation. My passion for technology, coupled with the fact that both my parents work in the industry, led me into wanting to study both cyber security and information systems. Being a scholar at UTSA has been a challenging and rewarding experience. The curriculum will push you, but the payoff is worth it. Through it all, UTSA has given me so many wonderful opportunities and I am so proud to be a Roadrunner.
Travis Blackburn Killeen, TX Class of 2019 Cyber Security & Information Systems
“UTSA has given me so many wonderful opportunities and I am so proud to be a Roadrunner.”
My favorite part about being a Roadrunner is being able to join various student organizations that all cater to my personal interests like community service, Bitcoin and cyber security. I’m currently a member of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, The Organization for Applied Digital Assets and the Computer Security Association.
Through these organizations, I’ve been able to expand my friendships, become active on campus, and participate in community service. At UTSA, there is a student organization for any interest you have, and it will expose you to new people and great experiences. One of the best ways to have a rewarding experience at UTSA is to be involved on campus. Attending events like BestFest and Homecoming, or just being in student organizations and speaking up in class, will ensure that you get the most out of your time in college. This contributes to the spirit and culture of UTSA and helps ease your stress from classes. Get involved on campus and find that circle of friends or student organization that accepts and pushes you towards success. Go ‘Runners!
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WHAT YOU MISSED
ROWDY REWIND
INSIDE THIS ZINE
Catch up on what’s been happening at UTSA these past few months.
JUNE 8 // UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures hosted the Texas Folklife Festival which included organizations and artisans from across Texas to celebrate and share their traditions, culture and experiences. @UTSA
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Top-Tier Academics
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SUMMER 2018 // During UTSA’s summer 2018 Orientation, thousands of incoming freshmen came to campus rowdy and ready to be oriented and welcomed into the Roadrunner family. @UTSASTUDENTS
Starting Your Roadrunner Journey
Rowdy Life
Admissions & Financial Aid
UTSA ranked among the top 75 public universities in the U.S. and among the top 450 in the world according to the U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2018.
AUGUST 21 // Roadrunners cooled down from the heat by sharing a paleta with UTSA President Eighmy at Paletas with the Prez, held during Roadrunner Days, UTSA’s welcome week. @UTSASTUDENTS
SEPTEMBER 2 // Proud Roadrunner and Junior
Alayah Benavidez was crowned Miss Texas USA 2019 and will be representing Texas on the national Miss USA stage later this year. @UTSA
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AUGUST 20 // Convocation signaled the start of the incoming class’ academic journey and was a warm celebration that included encouraging messages and plenty of Roadrunner spirit. @UTSASTUDENTS
Number one Hispanic Serving Institution in the nation and one of the top five programs in Texas according to Bloomberg Businessweek.
SEPTEMBER 6 // The UT Board of Regents approved $70 million for UTSA to build a National Security Collaboration Center and a proposed School of Data Science at the Downtown Campus. @UTSA
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ONE STOP
One Stop for All Things Enrollment
UTSA’s One Stop Office is your go-to resource in your journey to becoming a UTSA student. They’ll assist you with anything related to enrolling at UTSA, whether it’s checking your admission or financial aid status, submitting required paperwork, or giving advice on how to troubleshoot unexpected hang-ups.
Top Ways One Stop Can Support You 1 Check Your Status
Whether you’re wondering about the admissions process or what’s happening with your financial aid, One Stop can help. They can also check your application status and explain account holds.
2 Submit Forms and
Documents
One Stop is where you’ll go to submit all your forms or documents for admissions, financial aid and registration.
3 Get Guidance
Not sure where to go or what to do? Our One Stop counselors are standing by to help answer any questions you might have and can refer you to other UTSA offices and resources.
4 Troubleshoot Issues
Can’t figure out a registration issue or are wondering how you’re going to pay for tuition? One Stop can help you find out what to do next.
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"Affording college is more possible than you might think. Applying for admission and financial aid early are some of the most beneficial things you can do before you start college. Be sure to ask questions. One Stop is here to help you every step of the way."
Sebastian Castillo One Stop Counselor
ONE STOP
Double check all information on your FAFSA application
Set reminders for deadlines on your phone's calendar
Keep your FSA ID login handy for next year.
Check your Student Aid Report (SAR) for issues
Don't miss out on scholarships and financial aid.
Visit One Stop for help completing your application Don't wait until the last minute to get it processed!
Resolve these quickly to avoid impacting your eligibility.
Quick Tips
From a One Stop Counselor
Apply for FAFSA by the January 15 priority deadline You don't want to leave money on the table!
Check the tips on your FAFSA application and website if you are in need of help. You can contact One Stop if you have any questions.
Check your SAR for your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) This will give you an estimate of what you can expect in federal aid.
Contact One Stop
In Person
Main Campus John Peace Library (JPL 1.01.04)
In Person
Downtown Campus Frio Street Building (FS 2.400)
Phone
210-458-8000 1-800-669-0919 (Toll Free)
Web
Schedule an appointment at onestop.utsa.edu
onestop@utsa.edu
Social
@UTSAOneStop
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TOP-TIER ACADEMICS
Q&A Melissa is the president of the Engineering Council, vice president of the Society of Women Engineers and a university relations officer for the Biomedical Engineering Society. As a biomedical engineering major, she’s already got a lot on her plate with her studies, but she still makes time to be involved in several student organizations. “It’s going to be a busy semester,” she admits. However, judging by the way her eyes light up when she says that, we think she’s more than up for the challenge.
What made you choose your major? I decided to major in biomedical engineering in high school because I wanted to do something in the medical field, but I didn't want to go to school for the time it takes to earn a doctorate. I wanted to help people in a way that is split between medical and engineering—as I also love building things!
Why did you choose UTSA? Roadrunner runs in my family. My brother
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is an alum here and I wanted to follow in his footsteps.
Have you had any internships that relate to your major? Yes! Last summer I did a research internship in Washington D.C. for the United States Navy. While there, I worked under a researcher in the chemistry division. I had my own research project and attended conferences, which were networking hubs! It was an amazing experience and I plan on interning there again next summer.
Any advice to Future Roadrunners?
Get involved with student organizations because you’ll meet a lot of people and find so many opportunities that will benefit you!
What do you plan on doing after you graduate? My goal is to continue my education with grad school and to gain more experience in biomedical research. Last fall, I completed a research project under Dr. Ye in UTSA’s Department of Biomedical Engineering. We were doing research on a photonic crystal as a biosensor that could be used to identify a substance that grows inside tumors, which could play a key role in detecting cancer early on. I love doing research, especially when I know it will directly impact and help others!
"Another reason I chose UTSA is that the environment is so diverse and inclusive compared to other universities."
Melissa Cadena Laredo, TX Class of 2020 Biomedical Engineering
UTSA'S
WORLD OF At UTSA, it’s all about the research! Roadrunners have everything they need to reach for the undiscovered. Here are some examples of everything that lives inside UTSA’s world of research.
We're in the Guinness Book of World Records
for the world’s "Smallest Medical Robot" — a nanobot that’s just 120 nm, which is smaller than what the human eye can see!
The Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry Showcase:
a state-of-the-art science and engineering building with laboratories, classrooms and a 17,000 square feet maker-space. The second is a facility that will test structural integrity against earthquakes and explosions.
We have a broad range of research cores
which include areas like nanotechnology, genomics, behavioral testing, immune defense and more. UTSA also recently created a new stem cell core for basic and pre-clinical research.
every spring, hundreds of Roadrunners display their research and creative endeavors. This event provides a handson experience and encourages research from across the disciplines.
We have our own peerreviewed journal
Home to the #1 cybersecurity program
The Urban Future Lab
We're building two new research facilities:
that highlights the latest undergraduate research happening at UTSA. It publishes research articles that showcase the creativity and scholarly inquiry happening across all the fields of study at UTSA.
in the nation. We have three research facilities that focus on global cybersecurity issues. Although it’s serious business, we have fun with it too—we created a cybersecurity card game to help raise awareness of security threats!
was founded by Dr. Antonio Petrov as an interdisciplinary think-tank and research facility based out of UTSA’s Downtown Campus. One of its current initiatives is to foster revitalization efforts in San Antonio’s historical sites.
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FEATURE
Starting Your
Roadrunner Journey
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FEATURE
Starting college is an adventure that is every bit as exciting as it is thrilling. It’s a unique life experience that is unlike any other, and it’s just a few short months away. Are you ready?
Every Journey Has a Beginning
Think of the months leading up to college as the start of your own hero’s journey. To become a #FutureRoadrunner, there are two essential items you need to complete: applying to UTSA and applying for financial aid. Both are easier than you think—you just need to know what’s required and give yourself enough time to get it all in. Flip forward for more details and learn where you can turn to for help along the way.
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FEATURE
It All Starts
with an Application
Your journey starts with its first few steps, and in this case, that means filling out a few applications. These applications include UTSA admission, FAFSA, and depending The submission on your living situation, housing at priority deadline for both applications UTSA. See the following steps to help is January 15 guide you along your way. All you have to do is take the first step.
Apply to UTSA 1 Get an ApplyTexas Account Create an account login for applytexas.org, the Texas public university application website.
»» PRO-TIP You can also apply for general scholarships on ApplyTexas.
2 Submit Your Application
On ApplyTexas, you can apply to UTSA by creating a four-year university undergraduate admission application. From there, select the University of Texas at San Antonio as your target university and complete the application.
3 Pay the $70 Application Fee You can pay the $70 application fee with a credit card on your ApplyTexas application or through a check or money order, or submit a fee waiver.
»» PRO-TIP Admission counselors (see page 22) are standing by if you have questions or need help with filling out your UTSA application.
4 Send Transcripts and
Test Scores
Your official transcripts can be sent to UTSA via mail, online or in person. Send your test scores via the testing agency. You can check UTSA's student portal, ASAP (asap.utsa.edu), to see what items are required to complete your admission file.
To log into ASAP, use your myUTSA ID which you should have received when you completed your application to UTSA.
Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to submit everything you need for these applications. For more application information, visit future.utsa.edu/apply.
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Apply for Financial Aid 1 Get an FSA ID
Create your FSA ID at fsaid.ed.gov. This will give you access to the Federal Student Aid’s online systems where you can submit your FAFSA. Both you and your parents will need to create your own separate FSA IDs.
2 Submit Your FAFSA
Submit your FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov as soon as you can to optimize your grant opportunities. You can use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool to avoid manually typing out income and tax information. »» PRO-TIP You can select on your financial aid application that you would like your FAFSA to be sent to UTSA. UTSA's school code is 010115.
3 Review Your Student Aid Report
and Fix Rejections
After you complete the FAFSA, you’ll receive an email with your Student Aid Report (SAR), which helps determine your need-based financial aid. If you received a “Rejected Status”, follow the steps to resubmit it.
4 Getting Admitted to UTSA
You have to be admitted to UTSA to receive financial aid. Once awarded, you will be mailed an award letter detailing your aid package. »» DON'T FORGET! You must be admitted before UTSA can award you your financial aid.
5 Accept Your Award
Once you’ve received your award, you must accept it on ASAP, UTSA’s online student portal. After you’ve accepted your aid, check on ASAP to make sure your file is complete and that there aren’t any other required documents or remaining checklist items.
It's never too early to think about your housing options. Living on campus is convenient and simple and UTSA offers several distinct housing options that have plenty of space for storage, studying, socializing and, of course, sleeping! UTSA 20192020 housing applications open on October 20 and contracts will go live on January 30. Visit utsa.edu/housing for more information.
Applying for financial aid just got a lot easier! The U.S. Department of Education recently launched a new app to apply for financial aid on your mobile device. To download it, search for “myStudentAid” on your app store.
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FEATURE
The Path
to Paying for College
Did you know? UTSA is one of the most affordable Texas public universities in a major metropolitan area..
Every Journey Requires an Investment —but the reward is worth the cost. After you complete your FAFSA, you’ll receive a financial aid award letter with a "Cost of Attendance" (COA) listed. The COA provides an estimate of your total annual cost for college. It’s important to understand what makes up the COA and remember that college is an investment. Be sure to consider what you plan to pay out-of-pocket and combine it with your awarded aid amount. For more details, visit future.utsa.edu/cost.
Estimated Cost of Attendance The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of expenses broken into various components for a full academic year (fall and spring semesters): »» COST OF TUITION AND FEES (based on 15 hours per term) »» AVERAGE COST FOR BOOKS AND OTHER SUPPLIES »» AVERAGE COST OF HOUSING AND MEALS (for 9 months) »» TRANSPORTATION COSTS (for example traveling to and from school) »» PERSONAL EXPENSES (outings with friends or shopping)
Full-Time Undergraduate
Texas Resident
Out-ofState
Tuition & Fees
$9,900
$24,262
On-Campus Room & Board
$11,578
$11,578
Books & Supplies
$1,500
$1,500
Transportation
$676
$676
Personal Expenses
$1,836
$1,836
Total Estimated COA
$25,490
$39,852
Estimates above are based on 2018-2019 academic year.
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FEATURE
Budgeting College Money matters and it’s important to know what’s coming in and going out! The Money Management Monthly Budget Worksheet will help you create a budget that you can stick to. You can use it to understand university costs and keep track of what goes out each month. If you aren't sure what you'll spend, then write down an estimate. You can always review your receipts or bank statements later to help you keep track for the next month. For information on how to set up a spending plan, credit basics, the value of your degree, the importance of finishing on time, loan repayment and more, reach out to money@utsa.edu.
Types of Financial Aid Free Money
Money You Work For
Grants and scholarships are funds that you don’t have to pay back — it’s basically like free money!
Work-study is an employment opportunity for students who demonstrate financial need. Unlike other financial aid awards, work-study is paid out in the form of a paycheck. You can find and apply for a work study job through the UTSA Career Center job bank.
»» PRO-TIP
To be awarded state or institutional grant money for the fall semester, you’ll need to submit the FAFSA before UTSA’s fall financial aid priority deadline on January 15.
»» PRO-TIP
If you want to participate in this program, you must indicate so on your FAFSA.
Money You Pay Back Student loans can come from either the federal government or a private source like a bank. »» PRO-TIP
Federal loans usually offer lower rates and are more flexible, so opt for them first!
For more financial aid information, visit onestop.utsa.edu/ financialaid.
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TP
CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS CENTER Supports a wide variety of recreational and wellness opportunities, including workouts that can involve machines or be completely free form.
ways to stay active in college
INTRAMURAL SPORTS Participate in a variety of competitive and recreational leagues, tournaments and special events that are in sports like basketball, indoor soccer and racquetball.
OUTDOOR PURSUITS Take a group adventure doing anything from hiking, biking, canoeing, surfing and scuba diving! Trips can be from five to 10 days long and are at destinations all across the U.S. and abroad.
AQUATIC CENTER The Aquatic Center contains a lap pool, leisure pool and sand volleyball court, and a variety of equipment for check out like kickboards, pool buoys, lifejackets, pool noodles, fins, water basketballs and volleyballs.
CLUB SPORTS Teams consist of student organizations that focus on one sport. There are registered clubs for almost anything like baseball, fencing, lacrosse, powerlifting, and yes, even quidditch and e-sports!
GROUP EXERCISE Not interested in exercising alone? Drop by the Rec for a guided group exercise class! The Rec Center offers several group exercises in cycling, kickboxing, yoga, Zumba and more.
UTSA SPORTS TEAM If you've got the skills, you may find yourself playing for one of UTSA's official college sports teams! The Alamodome, located downtown, is a massive indoor stadium and is home to the UTSA Roadrunners.
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ROWDY LIFE
Spotlight STUDENT
Athletic Scholar
Gabriyella is a top performing student athlete on UTSA’s Track and Field team. She’s a recipient of an athletic and Distinguished Presidential Scholarship— which were awarded for her impressive athletic and scholastic achievements. Ever since her sophomore year, Gabriyella has been one of the top scorers on UTSA’s track team. She’s part of a select group of athletes who participate in the Heptathlon, a strenuous contest that combines seven competitive events. Gabriyella decided to become a Roadrunner because she wanted a university where she could build a foundation and leave her mark. One way she’s done this is by serving as the VP for the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). "With all of UTSA’s recent growth, I was able to take advantage of a lot of new opportunities that I wouldn’t have found anywhere else," said Gabriyella. One of the things Gabriyella likes most about being a student athlete at UTSA is the community she’s found here. She appreciates that UTSA is a place that not only invests
in their athletes, but also sees her as a person instead of a number on the field. However, being a student athlete is not without life’s own hurdles. Gabriyella admits that it can be stressful finding the time to prioritize between what’s important and what she wants out of her college experience. "In college, most professors want you to study three hours for every hour that you spend in their class, but we also have a practice schedule, meets, tournaments and other mandatory events, on top of having a social life," said Gabriyella. "It can be difficult to fit everything into a 24-hour day." To help overcome these challenges, Gabriyella makes the most out of her study time by “putting the world on silent” so she can focus. Even in the age of smartphones and other tech, Gabriyella still has a daily
Gabriyella Torres Port Isabel, TX Class of 2019 Business Management
planner and calls it her best friend because she uses it all the time to write down everything she needs to do. Gabriyella is a firm believer in getting the most out of her college experience. Along with her courses in business management, Gabriyella is taking several science classes in preparation for medical school. She’s a member of both the Professional Businesswomen Society and The Pre-Medical Society, and hopes to one day open her own practice.
"Make the most out of every year in college. Put 100% in because even though four years seems like a lot, it's not. Start it off right and give it everything you've got."
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GENERAL INFO
AREAS OF STUDY ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION & PLANNING
EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT HealthΔ Interdisciplinary StudiesΔ
Architecture * Construction Science & Management *Δ Interior Design *Δ Δ
»» Early Childhood - Grade 6 -- Generalist -- Bilingual Generalist -- ESL Generalist
BUSINESS
»» Grades 4-8 -- Generalist -- Language Arts/Reading/ Social Studies -- Mathematics/Science -- Bilingual Generalist -- ESL
AccountingΔ Actuarial ScienceΔ Cyber SecurityΔ »» Cyber Security - online degree program only
EconomicsΔ
»» EC-12 Special Education
FinanceΔ Information SystemsΔ
KinesiologyΔ »» Athletic Training »» Exercise Physiology »» Health Science »» Physical Education
»» Cyber Analytics »» IT Project Management
ManagementΔ »» Human Resource Management
Mexican American Studies*Δ
Management ScienceΔ »» Business Analytics »» Operation & Supply Chain
MarketingΔ »» Sport, Event & Tourism
Real Estate Finance & DevelopmentΔ Statistics & Data ScienceΔ
ENGINEERING Biomedical Engineering Chemical EngineeringΔ Civil Engineering Δ Computer EngineeringΔ Electrical EngineeringΔ Mechanical EngineeringΔ Δ
»» Anthropology »» Communities-Families-Children »» History »» Interdisciplinary Studies »» Literary & Cultural Studies »» Nonprofit Management »» Political Science »» Sociology »» Spanish
Multicultural Early Childhood Development
LIBERAL & FINE ARTS American Studies Anthropology Art Art History & Criticism Classical Studies & Humanities Communication »» Digital Communication »» Health Communications »» Public Relations
English »» Creative Writing »» English Language Arts & Reading »» Professional Writing
Geography & Environmental Sustainability »» Social Studies
BiochemistryΔ BiologyΔ »» Cell and Molecular Biology »» Integrative Biology »» Neurobiology »» Plant Biology »» Pre-Medical Sciences
ChemistryΔ Computer ScienceΔ »» Cloud and Systems »» Cyber Security »» Data Science »» Software Engineering
Environmental Science Geology »» General Mathematical Studies »» Mathematics
»» Social Studies
Medical Humanities
Microbiology & ImmunologyΔ Multidisciplinary Science
»» Health Careers »» Pre-Medicine
Modern Language Studies MusicΔ »» Music Composition »» Music Marketing »» Music Performance »» Music Studies
Philosophy Political Science
Nutrition & DieteticsΔ Public HealthΔ
»» Social Studies
Women’s Studies
SCIENCES
Mathematics
Global Affairs History
»» Early Dual Immersion »» Early Intervention
»» Health Promotion & Behavioral Science
Sociology Spanish
Physics
PUBLIC POLICY Criminal Justice * Public Administration *
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Multidisciplinary Studies Undecided/Exploratory Studies
Politics & Law PsychologyΔ Public Health »» Epidemiology & Disease Control
MINORS AVAILABLE FOR ALL MAJORS
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Adaptive Decision Models for Business
Civic Engagement
Foreign Languages
Professional Writing
Some certificates are restricted to certain majors.
African American Studies
Community Health
French
Religious Studies
Athletic Coaching
Comparative Literature
German
Russian
Business Analytics
Dance
Latin American Studies
Digital Forensics
Legal Studies
Technology Management
East Asian Studies
Linguistics Museum Studies
Bicultural Studies
English as a Second Language
Business Administration
English Literature
Network and Data Center Management
Film Studies
Nonprofit Management
American Indian Studies Astronomy/ Astrophysics
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Wellness
Data Center Design Oil/Gas Operations & Supply Chain Management
Pathogenic Outbreak Investigations Professional Writing & Rhetoric
RECENT GRADS
Recent Grads HEALTH PROFESSIONS OFFICE Want to be a doctor or a health professional? UTSA's Health Professions Office advises and supports students interested in pursuing careers in the following health professions. Learn more at utsa.edu/hpo Pre-Medical Pre-Dental Pre-Dental Hygiene Pre-Nursing Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Respiratory Care Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Facilitated Acceptance to Nursing School (FANS) 2+2 program offering guaranteed acceptance into the B.S. Nursing Program at UT Health School of Medicine
Dental Early Acceptance Program (DEAP) Seven-year B.S./D.D.S. dual-degree program with the UT Health San Antonio Dental School
INSTITUTE FOR LAW & PUBLIC AFFAIRS Want to be a lawyer? UTSA's Institute for Law and Public Affairs supports students interested in pursuing careers in law through advising, internships, special events and its hallmark, the Summer Law School Preparation Academy. Learn more at utsa.edu/ilpa.
AIR FORCE & ARMY ROTC UTSA provides opportunities for students to become commissioned officers in the U.S. Air Force or Army while completing their degree. ROTC students can also minor in Aerospace Studies or Military Management and Leadership. Learn more at future.utsa.edu/rotc.
TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Want to be a teacher? UTSA is approved by the State Board for Educator Certification to recommend students for teaching certification in various baccalaureate degree areas. Elementary School
Secondary School
Students wanting to be an elementary school teacher should major in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Students wanting to teach in middle school or high school will need a Bachelor’s degree in their academic specialization.
more info at
future. utsa.edu/ study
» Concentration, Certification, Minor or Track within degree * Degrees offered at our Downtown Campus Δ
Majors that have additional admission requirements
Katie Duffer '18 from SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS BIOCHEMISTRY
Combat Systems Officer United States Air Force "UTSA promotes inclusivity and involvement in their many amazing organizations, and because of that, I was able to find my place with ROTC and serve my country."
Aaron Collins '18 from NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS MUSIC EDUCATION
Associate Director of Bands Hays High School "UTSA opened up so many wonderful opportunities for me. The music department is more than extraordinary and works to foster personal and musical growth."
Max Alvarado '15 from HOLLAND, MICHIGAN ACCOUNTING
Enrolled Agent The Flores Group "UTSA helped me prepare for the professional business world by offering great programs such as the Career Action Program."
Tyronda Brown '17 from SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA COMMUNICATIONS
Graduate Student American University "UTSA has helped me gain access to a multitude of beneficial experiences. With the help of its faculty, I was able to gain the experience I needed to be successful in grad school."
Marissa Wyrick '15 from HELOTES, TEXAS CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Graduate Engineer Big Red Dog Engineering "UTSA provided the tools and opportunities I needed to get where I am today. I got my first internship and job through the UTSA Career Fair and I love that now I get to be on the other side helping students succeed."
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GENERAL INFO
ADMISSIONS Requirements FRESHMEN
Application Process FRESHMEN
GUARANTEED ADMISSION High School Class Rank^
No minimums
Second 25%
1170 SAT* or 24 ACT
ADMISSION BY COMMITTEE REVIEW High School Class Rank^
Minimum Test Scores
Second 25%
980 SAT* or 19 ACT 1080 SAT* or 21 ACT 1170 SAT* or 24 ACT No minimums
Third 25% Fourth 25% Home School/GED
Apply online at ApplyTexas.org
Minimum Test Scores
Top 25%
UTSA will assign a rank if your high school transcript does not show a rank. Home school students will be assigned a rank in accordance with the requirements of Texas Education Code 51.9241(d) and are subject to general admission requirements.
TRANSFERS
Pay $70 Application Fee Submit official high school transcripts
Submit official transcripts from every institution attended
If you receive dual college credits, submit official college transcripts upon completion
Do you also need to meet freshmen requirements?
^
* New SAT scores combine Evidence-Based Reading, Writing, and Math.
Submit test scores from testing agency
4239
ACT Code
TRANSFERS GUARANTEED ADMISSION Transferable Credits
Min. GPA (4.0 Scale)
< 12 hours
2.25 GPA & meet freshmen requirements
12-29 hours
2.75 GPA or 2.25 GPA & meet freshmen requirements
â&#x2030;¥ 30 hours
2.25 GPA
Dual credit and work in progress does not count toward transferable credit hours.
YES
NO
6919
SAT Code
If being considered for admission through committee review, submission of an essay and letters of recommendation are highly suggested.
Check Status at asap.utsa.edu You'll get an email to claim your myUTSA ID, which is used to log into asap.utsa.edu, your UTSA student services portal. Once logged in, click on "Future Roadrunner".
If graduating early from high school, submit a recommendation letter from your guidance counselor.
REQUIREMENTS FOR DIRECT ADMISSION INTO SPECIFIC MAJOR/PROGRAMS
HONORS COLLEGE ADMISSION
ADMISSION DEADLINES
Students may need to meet additional requirements in order to be admitted directly into a specific college or major. Students who do not meet the specific major requirements they applied for, but meet UTSA's general admission requirements, will be admitted into University College in a focused studies pathway where they will be able to work towards meeting the pre-requisites needed to declare their major. To see majors with extra admission requirements, visit future.utsa.edu/studies.
Admissions to the Honors College are by invitation only. Students will be automatically considered for eligibility when applying to UTSA. To see honors requirements and for more info, visit utsa.edu/honors.
To be considered for admission, all required documents, transcripts, fees and test scores must be sent to UTSA by the stated deadlines on future.utsa.edu/deadlines. Mail Documents to UTSA Office of Undergraduate Admissions, One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249.
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TIMELINE
AID & COST
Future Roadrunner Timeline
Financial Aid
Key dates and deadlines to know! Freshmen
UTSA is dedicated to helping students obtain financial resources to help them achieve their educational goals. To receive financial aid, you must submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at fafsa.ed.gov.
UTSA’s School Code is 010115
Students can start submitting their FAFSA as early as October. Apply to UTSA and submit your FAFSA by the UTSA financial aid priority deadline to maximize your opportunity to receive free money like grants. Visit utsa.edu/onestop for more information.
Scholarships UTSA General Scholarship UTSA oversees a range of scholarships. To be considered for these, you must submit the UTSA General Scholarship application in the scholarship section of ApplyTexas by January 1 for Freshmen and February 15 for Transfers.
Transfer Both
NOV 1
Financial Aid Priority Deadline for Spring Applicants 2019
NOV 15
Admission Final Deadline for Spring 2019
DEC 1
UTSA Top Scholar Deadline for Freshmen
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
Merit-Based Automatic Considerations Applicants who meet a certain class rank and test scores and have been admitted by the stated priority deadline are automatically considered for the Distinguished Presidential Scholarship or the Distinguished Transfer Scholarship. Visit utsa.edu/distinguished for details.
January 1 Be sure to apply for UTSA General Scholarships on the scholarship section of ApplyTexas.
UTSA Scholarship Website Visit utsa.edu/scholarship to explore additional scholarship opportunities. Learn more about UTSA Top Scholar at utsa.edu/topscholars and the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship for transfers at utsa.edu/ptk.
Cost of Attendance UTSA is one of the most affordable Texas public universities in a major metropolitan area. See a breakdown of the 2018–2019 cost of attendance (COA) at utsa.edu/costs. '18–'19 Full-Time Undergraduate
TX Resident
Out-of-State
Tuition & Fees
$9,900
On-Campus Room & Board
$11,578
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Transportation
$676
Personal Expenses
$1,836
Total Estimated COA
$25,490
Tuition & fees for Out-of-State students is $24,262, plus all the other expenses that remain the same.
** FEE WAIVER - Available for freshmen applicants who meet certain criteria and demonstrate financial need. Visit utsa.edu/feewaiver.
JAN 1
Distinguished Presidential Scholarship Priority Deadline
UTSA General Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Terry Scholarship Deadline
JAN 15
Financial Aid Priority Deadline for Fall Applicants 2019
Admission Priority Deadline for Fall 2019
JAN 30
UTSA Housing Contracts Open for Fall 2019
See a list of all deadlines at utsa.edu/deadlines
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ROWDY’S REMINDER
Don't forget!
Apply by January 15 January 15 is the priority deadline for both the FAFSA and UTSA's 2019 fall admission—it's a big day for #FutureRoadrunners! Completing your FAFSA by January 15 ensures that you’ll maximize your awarded funding, and the sooner you’re admitted into UTSA, the more time you’ll have to prepare for college. Be the early bird and get them both in as soon as you can. Apply for UTSA at applytexas.org. Apply for FAFSA at fafsa.edu.gov.
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