MAGAZINE FOR FUTURE ROADRUNNERS // WINTER 2021
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We're rowdy for BestFest! Roadrunners gathered for BestFest, a fall event that’s a staple of UTSA’s Homecoming celebrations. Student and university organizations held booths selling food, drinks, and more! BestFest attendees also enjoyed carnival rides, live music, and a fireworks display.
Photo by: Brandon Fletcher
STUDENT NOTE
HI!
Hey ’Runners! I’m Jessica Tenorio, a senior here at UTSA studying Political Science. When I first visited the main campus, I parked in the Ximenes Avenue Garage ready to meet my new advisor. As I started walking down the stairs, I realized I didn’t have any money for parking. I looked over to the guy walking next to me and asked if the students were friendly. He said, “Yes, it's central Texas so they’re generally nice.” I told him, “It's my first time here at UTSA, and I just parked. I have no money, so I’m thinking about asking random people for a dollar.” He smiled at me, pulled out his wallet, and gave me five dollars. He said, “Here you’ll need this. Welcome to UTSA.” His kindness gave me the reassurance that UTSA was exactly where I needed to be. Throughout my time at UTSA, I have taken advantage of the countless opportunities the school has to offer. I am a UTSA Honors College member, McNair Scholar, IES Pathways Fellow, and PURF fellow. These organizations helped me realize that my dreams are attainable as a future academic. I never thought I would be an undergraduate researcher with dreams of a Ph.D., but UTSA had different plans for me. The experiences are unforgettable and so are the friends made along the way.
You are your own advocate in higher education, so learn to use your voice.
Jessica Tenorio Ventura, CA Class of 2022 Political Science
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Remember to make the most of your time in college. Discover your true potential, find your passions, and more importantly… do what makes YOU happy! UTSA offers a great environment you can succeed in. Surround yourself with supportive friends that encourage your growth, and communicate with your professors because they want to help you. You are your own advocate in higher education, so learn to use your voice. Best of luck, and go ‘Runners!
WHAT YOU MISSED
ROWDY Catch up on what’s been happening at UTSA these past few months.
REWIND SEP 23 // UTSA launched Wellbeing Services, which includes My SPP, an app that provides mental health support and 24/7 free, confidential online counseling for students. @UTSASTUDENTS
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OCT 11 // To kick off Homecoming week, Roadrunners gave back to the UTSA community through different service projects around campus. @UTSASTUDENTS
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Admissions & Financial Aid
OCT 18 // UTSA’s Bold Promise program, which covers full tuition and mandatory fees for four academic years for qualifying students, just got expanded! More students can now qualify. @UTSAFUTURERR
BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK UTSA has been recognized by the Washington Monthly’s 2021 College Guide as a top choice school for students looking to obtain a degree at an affordable price. The annual guide placed UTSA in the top 40 for its list of Best Bang for the Buck Colleges in the south.
OCT 21 // After a consecutive victories this football season, UTSA joined the American Athletic Conference, becoming a member of a preeminent league with a history of athletic success. @UTSAATHLETICS
NOV 3 // UTSA brought back the ever-popular therapy dogs to campus for finals season. Students were able to get some quality time with quality puppies to help destress. @UTSAREC
NOV 13 // UTSA’s 10-0 undefeated Roadrunners made their debut as a Top 25 team in both the AP and Coaches polls, where they are currently ranked at No. 15 and No. 18 respectively. @UTSAATHLETICS
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TOP-TIER ACADEMICS
Q&A Michael Segovia is a Public Health major at UTSA who was recently involved in the Virtual Research Experience for Undergraduates (vREU) program. He presented his research on the correlation between social networks and diabetes distress in young adults at the Great Minds in STEM (GMiS) Conference. Check out Michael’s experience with research, and how it’s affected his future. What drew you to your research topic? As someone who is Hispanic, I’ve seen the struggles and complications that diabetes has on my family and the community. My grandmother has diabetes, and my family always has to worry about [her]. This constant worrying and anxiety can really debilitate the mental health of…the Hispanic community, especially since diabetes disproportionately affects the Hispanic community.
Did you encounter any challenges during your research? When creating a research question,
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you have to make sure that it’s innovative and hasn’t been researched before. My first research question was definitely not the research question I put on the poster. Just the constant cycle of making a question, revising, editing, deleting.
What impact did presenting at the GMiS Conference have for you? The impact was pretty large for me, mainly because I was able to see how diverse and huge the STEM community is. Also, it enabled me to see a future in research and gave me the self-confidence to make it an actual career goal instead of just a dream.
What’s your plan after graduation? After graduation, I plan to obtain my master’s in public health. I’m not sure which graduate program to do since research is so new to me, but I am researching programs right now. I also plan on obtaining my PhD in sociology.
“It enabled me to see a future in research and gave me the self-confidence to make it an actual career goal instead of just a dream.”
Michael Segovia San Antonio, TX Class of 2023 Public Health
Out-of-Classroom Experiences at UTSA
UTSA encourages students to gain experiences out of the classroom during their studies. This gives Roadrunners the chance to develop the skills necessary to succeed after college. Here are some of the top out-of-classroom experiences Roadrunners have been a part of.
Conferences
Research
Students at UTSA have several opportunities to attend conferences that relate to their field or encourage skill development. UTSA also hosts a wide variety of conferences, such as the LeaderU Conference.
At UTSA, you could be at the forefront of research in your field as soon as you join Roadrunner nation as an undergrad! There are a wide variety of research opportunies— during the academic year and over the summer— with McNair Scholars, Research Initiative for Science Enhancement (RISE), and more.
Internships San Antonio is home to everything from startup ventures to Fortune 500 companies like Valero Energy, and UTSA students have completed internships at countless organizations! As a Roadrunner, you could be a part of these opportunities.
Study Abroad Service UTSA is highly connected to the San Antonio community! We keep that sense of community through student service projects. From programs like Citymester, to organizations like VOICES, there are plenty of opportunities to serve at UTSA.
For more details on experiential learning, visit future.utsa.edu/experiential-learning.
Have you ever imagined studying overseas? UTSA offers a lot of study abroad opportunities, including locations like Italy, Peru, Taiwan, and more! UTSA also offers scholarships for these programs, so no student has a financial barrier.
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xperience Discover your full potential with the Honors College at UTSA, where students are committed to their academic and personal growth, engaged in their communities, and passionate about their pursuits. SEE WHAT OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY
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Are you Honors?
Take advantage of opportunities that come my way
Make a difference, small or large Get involved in my community Take charge of my education If any of the above items are on your personal checklist, then you might fit right in at the UTSA Honors College, a community of amazing students who come from diverse backgrounds across Texas and beyond. Through the Honors College, you can make the most out of your college experience through additional scholarships and unique experiences to help you reach beyond your major and achieve your personal and professional goals. And for students who go above and beyond, the UTSA Honors College also houses two special scholarship programs: The UTSA Top Scholar program is a comprehensive merit scholar program for academically driven students who want to develop into exceptional servant leaders. UTSA Top Scholars receive a comprehensive, last dollar scholarship and specialized programming. Learn more at utsa.edu/topscholars. The Terry Scholars program is designed for students with a distinguished record of leadership and a deep-rooted desire to enrich the general welfare of their community. These multi-talented future leaders receive a scholarship to cover the cost of learning and living at UTSA. Learn more at terryscholars.utsa.edu.
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The Honors Experience The Honors curriculum is hands-on, projectbased, and highly customizable to fit each student’s goals. The UTSA Honors College helps turn your interests into marketable skills for your future. With four additional courses and six signature experiences, you have the flexibility to graduate with honors without adding too much additional coursework or delaying graduation. Through the Honors College, you can follow your passions while developing important skills, which is only part of what makes Honors students so successful before and after graduation. But don’t take our word for it. We asked students how the Honors College has helped them thrive at UTSA.
FUN FACT Honors students have regular, exclusive access to university leaders like the college dean! In fact, Donuts with the Dean has become a popular monthly event that gets honors students (and Dean Sean Kelly) out of bed early to ponder life’s questions and enjoy some donuts!
“With the help of the Honors College, I was able to study abroad in England, start a student organization that serves the elderly in our community, and take intriguing classes that I never would have thought to take. The Honors College has helped me discover what I am passionate about. It has helped me learn how to be a true leader which will surely translate into my job this summer.” Lindee Fiedler Actuarial Science Class of 2022 From Comfort, TX
“Being in the Honors College was a stepping stone to becoming a mechanical engineer. It connected me to Dr. Christopher Combs' research lab where I worked on my Honors thesis on boundary layer measurements in hypersonic flow my junior year. My experience led to landing an internship with a jet engine company where I will be returning to work after graduating.” Ivana Chen Mechanical Engineering Class of 2022 From Columbus, OH
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FUN FACT The Honors College at UTSA has just under 1,700 students, offering a small, elite college experience with the benefits of being at a large public research university. You get the best of both worlds! 12 FUTURE.UTSA.EDU
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A Second Family UTSA's Honors College is a small, close-knit community of diverse, academically driven, civically minded students from all majors across the university. Regular academic and social events bring the community together. These events can also help students develop life-long friendships with their peers, and important mentoring relationships with faculty and staff.
“When I first transferred to UTSA, I connected with one of the Honors counselors and was able to develop a tentative plan about life after college. I remember the conversation being long and filled with lots of tears, but it ended with great perspective and clarity.” Fernando Luis Cordova Interdisciplinary Studies Class of 2022 From San Antonio, TX
Exclusive Benefits Priority registration, dedicated academic counseling, peer coaching, access to more scholarships, small classes with UTSA’s finest professors, internships, study abroad, and the list goes on! As an Honors student, you’ll also have the benefit of working with other top students across all disciplines.
“I think one of the most memorable experiences from my time in the Honors College is when I learned about an internship that completely changed the direction in which I wanted to take my future. Thanks to the Honors College, I was able to learn about this internship, participate in it, discover the passion I had for law, and change my career plans to become an aspiring lawyer!” Sofi Cavenaile Psychology Class of 2024 From San Antonio, TX
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Live Where You Learn There are plenty of perks to living on campus: friendships, simplicity, convenience, and academic success, to name a few. As a residential college, the Honors College allows all its first-year freshmen to live and learn together in a supportive community designed to help them succeed. UTSA’s newest on-campus housing property, Guadalupe Hall, is the residential home of the Honors College. Students benefit from its double rooms, study and meeting spaces, indoor and outdoor gathering areas, and a coffee shop! As a bonus, all residential students receive a scholarship to offset on-campus housing costs.
“I love the unique experience of living with other honors students because you become part of a supportive community and you immediately feel like you belong, which helps a lot with the transition to college and adjusting to this new lifestyle. It’s your home away from home!” Karla Galvan Global Affairs Class of 2025 From Laredo, TX
Sounds amazing! How do I sign up? Future Roadrunners are automatically considered for admission into the Honors College at the time of their admission to UTSA. Freshman applicants who are awarded the UTSA Distinguished Presidential Scholarship (DPS) are automatically invited to join the Honors College. You must be admitted to UTSA by January 15 to be automatically considered for both DPS and Honors. Students admitted after January 15 will be reviewed holistically if the incoming class is not full. Visit future.utsa.edu/apply today!
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Spotlight STUDENT
Bold Promise
Higher education is an investment and UTSA is invested in offering high-quality, affordable education to Texas students from low- and middle-income families. Through the UTSA Bold Promise tuition-free program, students like Jeremiah Presley, a business management major whose career goal one day is to open his own business, can focus on his education and student experience without financial worry.
The cost of attending college was a very large concern for Jeremiah and his family, who had been struggling financially over the past few years. “If it wasn’t for Bold Promise, I wouldn’t be able to go to college,” he says. Jeremiah was also a CAP student bound for UT Austin. However, it took no time for him to fall in love with UTSA. With Bold Promise and the unique atmosphere of the main campus, Jeremiah decided to stay a Roadrunner. He also stated that the diverse body of students and staff are another part of what made the school stand out to him. After graduation, Jeremiah would like to start his own business. He plans to open venue halls
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“If it wasn’t for Bold Promise, I wouldn’t be able to go to college.” across San Antonio. He’s drawn to this business because he loves the idea of meeting new people and networking. Jeremiah is also part of the fraternity Kappa Sigma, which he saw as a good way to make new friends and future business connections. Since joining, he’s met many fraternity brothers and alumni, making more connections, and finding more opportunities through UTSA than he’d hoped for. Jeremiah wants future students to know that UTSA is great school. Speaking to his own
experience, he found unique value in the relationships and experiences he’s had as a Roadrunner and thinks that all students can benefit from those opportunities. The Bold Promise program covers 100% tuition and mandatory fees through scholarships and grants over four years for eligible students. Students must be a recent Texas high school graduate ranked in the top 25% of their class, have a family income threshold of $70,000, submit a fall freshman admission application and all documents, and submit a FAFSA to UTSA by January 15.
Apply by Jan 15! Find UTSA Bold Promise eligiblity at utsa.edu/promise
Jeremiah Presley Houston, TX Class of 2024 Business Management
Become an Early Bird.
Financial Aid Tips at UTSA
“Apply as early as possible to maximize your award offers. In order to be considered for the most financial aid, make sure to apply by the priority deadline of January 15!” Alyssa Martinez
Stay Open-Minded.
We know figuring out your finances for college can be overwhelming, so we polled our One Stop Counselors for tips and tricks to make the financial aid application process easier. Check out the words of wisdom they dropped on us!
“Don't assume you’re not eligible for financial aid! There are lots of funding options out there—like scholarships, work study, and student loans. Every little bit of financial aid can help lighten the burden of paying for your college experience.” Anthony Surratt
Know Your Deadlines. “Most financial aid options have strict deadlines [see the timeline on Page 19] so it’s crucial to keep track of them. Stay on top of deadlines by making notes in your planner, adding important dates to a Google Calendar, or setting phone reminders for application deadlines!” Kari Doring
Cover Your Bases. To learn more about the Financial Aid opportunities available to you at UTSA or to chat with one of our One Stop Enrollment Counselors, visit onestop.utsa.edu.
“Even if you haven’t decided on a school yet, include all of the colleges you are considering attending on your FAFSA application. [Remember: UTSA’s FAFSA code is 010115!] You’ll want to make sure you’re considered for financial aid no matter which school you choose. It’s better to be safe than sorry!” Guillermo Mora
Patience is a Virtue. “Once you’ve submitted your applications, take a deep breath and then celebrate! The hard part is over. Now, you just need to wait 10–14 days for confirmation that your FAFSA was received. If you don’t hear anything after 2 weeks, you’ll want to follow up!” Kassandra Gomez
GENERAL INFO
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BECOMING A ROADRUNNER Applying to UTSA is easier than you think. You just need to know where to begin and give yourself enough time to turn everything in!
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Visit future.utsa.edu/admissions to view the UTSA application requirements and instructions for freshman, transfer, and international students.
Campus Sneak Peek Take a 360° virtual tour online or schedule a virtual or in-person visit with a UTSA Student Ambassador. future.utsa.edu/visit
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Submit your app on ApplyTexas or the Common App
Pay $70 application fee
Submit academic records and scores You can view instructions for submitting documents to UTSA at utsa.edu/documents. To see which majors have extra admission requirements, visit utsa.edu/studies. View information on the Honors College and its requirements at honors.utsa.edu.
Find out more about UTSA. future.utsa.edu/contact
Start your Roadrunner journey by following the steps to becoming a Roadrunner.
Find your admissions counselor on Page 22.
A fee waiver is available for freshman applicants who meet certain criteria and demonstrate financial need. Visit utsa.edu/feewaiver.
Have Questions?
Ready to Go?
Have questions about the application process or requirements for admission?
To be considered for admission, all required documents, transcripts, fees, and test scores must be received by UTSA by the stated deadlines on utsa.edu/deadlines.
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SAT and ACT test score requirements are suspended through Summer 2023.
Check your admission status First, you must activate your myUTSA ID through an activation email that you’ll receive after your application is received by UTSA. Once your myUTSA ID is activated, you can check your admission status any time on ASAP (asap.utsa.edu), your online student portal. Select the Future Roadrunner tab and then click “Check Your Admission Status.”
TIMELINE
Future Roadrunner Timeline
Admitted Students & Rowdy Ready
Key dates and deadlines to know!
Once you’ve been admitted, you’ll receive an email and a letter letting you know. Then, it’s time to start getting Rowdy Ready! Your Rowdy Ready Checklist will help you track and complete your required to-dos after you’ve been admitted. It’s your general guide to beginning life as a Roadrunner and includes important items like signing up for Orientation and taking the TSI Assessment. Learn more about becoming Rowdy Ready at future.utsa.edu/ready.
Cost of Attendance & Financial Aid UTSA is one of the most affordable Texas public universities in a major metropolitan area. See the 2021-2022 cost of attendance (COA) at future.utsa.edu/cost. Be sure to consider what you plan to pay out-of-pocket and add it to the amount you’re awarded from financial aid and scholarships. To receive financial aid, you must submit your FAFSA on FAFSA.ed.gov. You can apply for it every year starting October 1. Submitting your FAFSA as early as possible can provide standout opportunities at UTSA like our Bold Promise, in which qualifying students get For the full coverage for tuition and fees for eight FAFSA, UTSA’s fall and spring semesters. Students must School Code not only meet qualifications, but also need is 010115. to submit their application and FAFSA before the early deadline, which is January 15.
Freshman Transfer Both
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Financial Aid Priority Deadline for Fall 2022
Admission Priority Deadline for Fall 2022
General Scholarship Application Deadline for Fall 2022
Terry Scholarship Application Deadline*
JANUARY 15 Apply by this date to meet the admission and financial aid priority deadline.
Scholarship Information Scholarship Hub After you’ve submitted your UTSA admissions application and have received your myUTSA ID, you can begin applying for scholarships. Check out our scholarship hub website at onestop.utsa.edu/hub to see what UTSA scholarships are available, which includes the General Application. The General Application pools together all kinds of UTSA scholarships into a single application so you only have to apply once.
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Freshmen & International Deadline for Fall 2022
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Transfer Admission Deadline for Fall 2022
Merit-Based Automatic Considerations Visit onestop.utsa.edu/distinguished for details on the Distinguished Presidential Scholarship or Distinguished Transfer Scholarship.
Phi Theta Kappa Transfer students who want to be considered for Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships need to apply on the UTSA Scholarship Hub. Learn more at future.utsa.edu/ptk.
MORE EVENTS Find more information on events and schedules at future.utsa.edu/visit. Deadlines and requirements are subject to change. Visit future.utsa.edu/deadlines for latest dates. *Must be admitted by Jan 1 ROWDY // WINTER 2021
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AREAS OF STUDY
Majors / Degree Programs A
Accounting Δ Actuarial Science Δ + American Studies + Anthropology + Applied Cyber Analytics Architecture Δ* Art Art History & Criticism + Artificial Intelligence (Multidisciplinary Studies Degree)
B Biochemistry Δ Biology + » » » » » »
Cell and Molecular Biology Integrative Biology Neurobiology Plant Biology Pre-Medical Sciences Biology Teacher Certification (Grades 7 TH–12TH)
Biomedical Engineering Δ Business Analytics Δ
C-D Chemical Engineering Δ Chemistry Δ + Civil Engineering Δ Classical Studies & Humanities Communication + » Digital Communication » Health Communication » Public Relations
Computer Engineering Δ Computer Science Δ+ » » » » » »
Cloud and Systems Cyber Operations Cyber Security Data Science Software Engineering Teacher Certification (Grades 8TH–12TH)
Construction Science & Management *Δ Criminology & Criminal Justice *+ Cyber Intelligence
(Multidisciplinary Studies Degree)
Cyber Security Δ+ Data Science
(Multidisciplinary Studies Degree)
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Economics Δ+ Education - Interdisciplinary Studies » EC-12 Special Education » Grades 4–8 - Language Arts/Reading/ Social Studies & English as a Second Language (ESL) - Mathematics/Science - Core Subjects & Bilingual Education
Education - Equity & Education
» Early Childhood - Grade 6 Core Subjects & Science of Teaching - English as a Second Language (ESL) - Bilingual Education
Electrical Engineering Δ English
» Creative Writing » English Language Arts & Reading » Professional Writing
Environmental Science + Environmental Studies
F-G Film & Media
(Multidisciplinary Studies Degree)
Finance Δ+ Geography & Environmental Sustainability + » Social Studies (Education)
Geoinformatics
(Multidisciplinary Studies Degree)
Geosciences + Global Affairs +
H-I History +
» Social Studies (Education)
Information Systems Δ+ » Cyber Analytics » IT Project Management
Interior Design Δ*
K Kinesiology » » » »
Athletic Training Exercise Physiology Health Science Physical Education
M Management
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» Human Resource Management
Marketing Δ+
» Sport, Entertainment & Tourism
Mathematics + Mathematics of Data & Computing
Mathematics for Teaching Mechanical Engineering Δ Medical Humanities » Health Careers » Pre-Advanced Practice Provider » Pre-Medicine
Mexican American Studies* » » » » » » » » »
Anthropology Communities-Families-Children History Interdisciplinary Studies Literary & Cultural Studies Nonprofit Management Political Science Sociology Spanish
Microbiology & Immunology Modern Language Studies Multicultural Early Childhood Development » Early Dual Immersion
Multidisciplinary Science (Science Education)
Multidisciplinary Studies Music Δ+ (audition required) » » » »
Music Composition Music Education Music Marketing Music Performance
N Neuroscience Nutrition & Dietetics Δ
O-P Operations & Supply Chain Management Δ Philosophy + Physics + Political Science + » Social Studies (Education)
Politics & Law + Psychology + Public Administration & Policy *+ Public Health » Epidemiology & Disease Control » Health Promotion & Behavioral Science
R-S Real Estate Finance & Development Δ Sociology + Spanish + Statistics & Data Science
U-Z Undecided (Exploratory) Women’s Studies +
» Concentration, Certification, Minor or Track within degree * Majors housed at Downtown Campus
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UTSA Online The following degrees are available fully online. Please note the cost of attendance is different for these programs. future.utsa.edu/online.
Online Communication Online Cyber Security Δ Online Multidisciplinary Studies » Customize your degree program » Select from multiple focus areas that interest you
Minors Available for all majors (including any programs indicated with a + in the majors listings to the left): Adaptive Decision French Models for Business German African American Humanities Studies Intelligence and American Indian Security Studies Studies Jazz Studies Archaeological Practice Latin American Studies Astronomy/ Linguistics Astrophysics Museum Studies Bicultural Studies Music Marketing Business Music Technology Administration Network & Data Center Civic Engagement Management Classical Studies Nonprofit Management Community Health Professional Writing Comparative Literature Religious Studies Dance Russian Digital Forensics Sport Management East Asian Studies Statistics English as a Second Technology Language Management English Literature Translation and Film Studies Interpreting Studies Foreign Languages Wellness
Certificates Available for all majors: Athletic Coaching Business Analytics Community Engaged Leadership Data Science Engineering Projects in Community Service Geographic
Information System Healthcare Interpreting Legal Studies Operations & Supply Chain Mgmt Professional Writing & Rhetoric
Available to specific majors only: Aerospace Engineering Artificial Intelligence Data Center Design Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Industrial &
Majors that have additional admission requirements
Manufacturing Engineering Oil/Gas
+ Available as a Minor
Can’t decide? It’s okay! You have time to figure it out. Apply as Undecided and spend your first semester exploring your options. Interested in many areas? Apply as a Multidisciplinary Studies student and build your own program.
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Admission Requirements Check for major specifics at future.utsa.edu/studies.
Other Programs Health Professions Office UTSA’s Health Professions Office advises and supports students interested in pursuing careers in the following health professions. 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
The UTSA + UT Health Physical Therapy Early Acceptance Program is a six-year B.S./D.P.T. dual-degree program, earning a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Kinesiology, or Heath from UTSA and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UT Health San Antonio. The UTSA + UT Health Nursing joint program allows UTSA students who are admitted to UTHSA Nursing school the opportunity to earn both their multidisciplinary studies and nursing degrees in four years. The UTSA + UT Health Dental Early Acceptance Program (DEAP) is a seven-year B.S./D.D.S. dual-degree program with UTSA and UT Health San Antonio Dental School. The UTSA + UT Health Respiratory Care Early Acceptance Program (RCEAP) is a five-year B.S./M.S. dual-degree program with UTSA and UT Health San Antonio. The UTSA + UT Health Medical Laboratory Science Early Acceptance Program is a five-year B.S./M.L.S dual-degree program, earning a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or Microbiology/ Immunology from UTSA and a Master of Medical Laboratory Science from UT Health San Antonio. UTSA participates in the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP), which helps Texas resident students pursue a medical education. Visit texasjamp.org for more information.
Institute for Law & Public Affairs UTSA’s Institute for Law and Public Affairs supports students interested in pursuing a legal career through pre-law advising and events, Certificate in Legal Studies, and its hallmark, the Summer Law School Preparation Academy. utsa.edu/ilpa
Recent Grads Aramis Babcock ’21 SAN ANTONIO, TX | CYBER SECURITY GPS Cyber and Strategic Risk Advisory Analyst, Deloitte US
“No amount of coursework prepares you for the real world—people do. People are the ones who created the opportunities that helped me develop skill sets for the upper levels of the business world. Some faculty/professors of note that helped me develop include Dr. Liang Ward, Dr. Sean Kelly, Prof. Ron Sweet, and Dr. Linda Shepherd—just to name a few.”
Karrington Donald ’21 HUMBLE, TX | COMPUTER SCIENCE Software Engineer, USAA
“I believe that my experience at UTSA as a collegiate athlete and computer science student greatly prepared me for life after college. The computer science department gave me a wealth of knowledge that I am now using in my current role at USAA, and my time on the UTSA Women’s Basketball team taught me the importance of collaboration and determination.”
Sally Lent ’20 KATY, TX | ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Environmental Science Student, UTSA Graduate Program
“UTSA allowed me to get the practical experience I needed for my chosen career in conservation science, while also offering opportunities for me to pursue my passion for research. I'm proud to call myself a Roadrunner!”
Air Force & Army ROTC UTSA provides opportunities for students to work toward becoming 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. future.utsa.edu/rotc
Teacher Certification Program UTSA is approved by the State Board for Educator Certification to recommend students for teaching certification in various baccalaureate degree areas.
Elementary School
Students wanting to be an elementary school teacher should major in Equity and Education.
Middle/High School
To teach middle or high school, students need a bachelor’s degree in their academic specialization.
Kaitlyn Varela ’20 SAN ANTONIO, TX | BIOCHEMISTRY Chemistry Student, UTSA Graduate Program
“UTSA prepared me for my life after undergrad because it fostered my love for chemistry and gave me the confidence I needed to pursue a doctoral degree. The research experience I had in undergrad motivated me to continue research in my future career.”
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CONTACT US Freshmen
Visit future.utsa.edu/contact to find the admissions counselor for your area!
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Colleges / Programs
Evette “Gabby” Flores
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Craig Kilgore
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Alaysia Moore
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Angie Rodriguez
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Tim Powell
Evelyn Betancourt Martinez
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Jennifer McDaniel
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Out-of-State / International
Luisa Ramirez
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Victoria Stephens
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Lauri Garcia Jones
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