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UTSA is San Antonio's only Tier One university, nationally recognized for for generating student success and a powerful return on investment. Consequently, we are quickly gaining attention as a model for the future of higher education in our country.
Roadrunner Community Snapshot
UTSA is proud of its role in supporting thousands of talented and driven Roadrunners who are pursuing their educational journeys.
45%
First generation to college
14%
Military-affiliated students
1.4K
Faculty
22:1
Student-faculty ratio
157K+
Alumni
Academic Programs
UTSA's growing catalog of 180+ degree programs ensures every Roadrunner has the opportunity to pursue their passions and achieve their goals.
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85
Undergraduate Programs
75
Master's Programs
28
Doctoral Programs
Top Rankings
3%
Top Universities Worldwide
Center for World University Rankings (2023)
#5
Best Global Executive MBA in North America
CEO Magazine (2023)
#44
Best school for social mobility in the nation
U.S. News & World Report (2025)
#9
Top producers of Hispanic bachelor degree recipients in the nation
Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine (2023)
#1
'Best Value' among UT System Universities
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse (2024)
#1
Best Online Programs among UT System Universities
U.S. News and World Report (2023)
San Antonio's Top Tier Research University
UTSA's faculty are tackling the challenges that impact our daily lives, from Alzheimer's to car accidents. That's why our classification as a Tier One university with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation is a big deal. Tier One universities attract new businesses, research dollars, world-class faculty members and the talented students who want to learn from them, resulting in more discoveries to help our community.
Learn what Tier One means for UTSADesignations Achieved
Our Carnegie R1 designation for research excellence places UTSA in the top 4% of universities in the nation
Our Seal of Excelencia designation recognizes UTSA's leadership in advancing Latino student success
Our Elective Community Engagement Classification highlights UTSA's commitment to the San Antonio region
Our Innovation & Economic Prosperity designation recognizes UTSA's impact on regional economic growth & opportunity
A Powerful Return on Investment
UTSA is heavily investing in data-informed approaches to fuel student success, setting graduates up for a life of prosperity and driving upward mobility for the next generation of Texans.
Higher Quality of Life
At UTSA, we don't just provide an education — we shape futures and elevate earning potential.
TOP 4%
in the nation for driving economic mobility
Third Way (2023)
#44
in the nation for advancing social mobility
U.S. News & World Report (2025)
#78
in the U.S. for social impact
Washington Monthly (2024)
Top 12%
in the nation for social mobility
Wall Street Journal & College Pulse (2025)
Reducing Financial Impact
Students with fewer money worries perform better in college and are more likely to graduate.
Roadrunners earn
$28K
More
in average annual salary compared to high school graduates
Roadrunners have
$5K
LESS
in education-related loan debt over a decade
39%
of Roadrunners graduate
NO DEBT
compared to 29% a decade ago
UTSA's Hispanic Community
With an undergraduate enrollment that's nearly 60% Hispanic, UTSA reflects the demographic future of our country and serves as a model for closing the gaps in higher education. UTSA is the nation's #9 producer of Hispanic bachelor's degree recipients and ranked #17 for the highest number of graduate degrees awarded to Hispanics in the United States.
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Supporting San Antonio and Texas
As San Antonio's largest university, UTSA is committed to expanding local talent and economic opportunity while continuing to serve as a driver of economic opportunity and social mobility for Texas.
More about UTSA & San Antonio95%
of UTSA students are from Texas
88%
of graduates stay in Texas
138K+
Runner alumni living in Texas
$158M
2023 research expenditures
10
American Association for the Advancement of Science fellows
11
Faculty researchers who are National Academy members
75%
Increase in students enrolled in undergrad research experience
Rising in Research
Our faculty are gaining more national recognition for their research, bringing more funding and more world-class talent to San Antonio all while providing transformational experiences for students.
National Leadership in Cybersecurity
UTSA is helping to put Texas on the map as a cyber powerhouse. We are one of the few universities nationally — and the only Hispanic Serving Institution — to hold all three National Center of Academic Excellence designations from the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. An undisputed leader in cybersecurity education, our #5 nationally-ranked Online Cybersecurity Degree program is recognized for the exceptional credibility, affordability, and student experience it offers.
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Leading in Athletics
UTSA is at the forefront of a bold era. We are developing our student-athletes into champions and growing Roadrunner Athletics with the enthusiastic support of our alumni and local community.
83
Conference championships
63
NCAA postseason appearances
55
All-Americans
17
Varsity sports
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Take a deeper dive into how UTSA is building the next generation of leaders, thinkers and doers by exploring our Fast Facts!
- Enrollment
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- Faculty
- Research
- Economic Development
- Alumni & Giving
- Rankings & Recognitions
Data as of October 5, 2023 unless otherwise stated. For more UTSA stats and figures, including the latest available, explore Institutional Research and Analysis' Dashboards.