THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO

WE ARE utsa.edu/admissions

We Are UTSA And We Are You You are ready for the next big step. You are searching for a place to grow, learn and live. You want to meet new people, discover great ideas and fulfill your dreams. We are The University of Texas at San Antonio. We are excitement and challenges, inspiration and discovery——your first choice for worldclass education, lifelong friendships and fun. We are global economies and the arts——your path to ideas, diversity and culture. We are a community of scholars, achievers and leaders. We are passion and we are change. UTSA is your access to excellence. We are a top-tier university creating new knowledge through dialogue and discovery among our faculty and students. UTSA is serving society through our colleges, programs and initiatives by encouraging the best in all of us. We are enriching your collegiate experience through a vibrant student life, first-class facilities and Division I sports programs. We are degrees of success for people from Texas, the nation and the world. We are The University of Texas at San Antonio. We are Roadrunners——and we are you.

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Our 30,000 students can choose from over 130 degree programs.

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San Antonio

UTSA is located in the nation’s seventh-largest city and Texas’ top tourist destination, San Antonio. Home to the Alamo, other Spanish missions and a rich history of diverse cultures, the city is an amazing environment in which to learn, discover and grow. Whether you take classes at the Main Campus or Downtown Campus, as a UTSA student, you can take advantage of all that the Alamo City has to offer. Main Campus The Main Campus is the hub of UTSA, where Roadrunners discover an exciting community with bustling activity occurring almost 24/7. At the foot of the Texas Hill Country but within walking distance of La Cantera’s beautiful outdoor mall and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the Main Campus enjoys a scenic landscape with the conveniences of a major city. Students here can always be found studying late into the night for an exam, cheering on the basketball team in the Convocation Center or playing sand volleyball with friends. With four residence halls, the Main Campus is where 3,700 Roadrunners live, eat and sleep each school year. Another 5,000 students live within walking distance of campus.

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Downtown Campus The Downtown Campus adds to the beauty of the Alamo City with its modern architecture and is a sight to admire as you drive through downtown. Just a stone’s throw away from the River Walk and El Mercado, the campus is located in the heart of San Antonio’s vibrant social and cultural scenes. Over 6,400 students choose to take classes on the Downtown Campus, where you can complete all of your core classes or enroll in one of 19 undergraduate and eight graduate degree programs which can be completed here in their entirety. HemisFair Park Campus The HemisFair Park Campus is home to the Institute of Texan Cultures (ITC), which hosts exhibits and live performances and is a wonderful place to learn about the cultural history and traditions of the Lone Star State. As a Smithsonian Affliliate, the ITC benefits from artifacts and educational programs shared by an exclusive group of member museums. The HemisFair Park Campus is positioned directly across from the Alamodome, the 65,000-seat home of Roadrunner Football, kicking off in fall 2011.

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We Are Degrees of Success In your pursuit of higher knowledge, UTSA’s eight colleges——Architecture, Business, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Liberal and Fine Arts, Public Policy, Sciences and Honors—— collaborate to provide you with an education of excellence you expect from a premier national university. We offer a curriculum that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving, so that our students graduate with the skills and confidence they need in today’s knowledge-based economy. Many of our graduates who have studied pre-med or pre-law have been accepted at esteemed medical and law schools, while those who wish to continue their studies in other fields have been accepted at major grad schools around the country and UTSA’s own Graduate School. Others who were prepared to enter the workforce have been hired at Fortune 500 companies. Our respected faculty will equip you with the academic tools to carve your place in the world——whatever your ambition.

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UTSA is home to the fastest-growing architecture program in the nation.

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Liberal and Fine Arts utsa.edu/colfa

You have many interests—politics and poetry, history and humanities. You are on your way to becoming a learned individual, moving comfortably among different intellectual domains and yielding, on occasion, to raw curiosity and the desire for selfexpression. You can now begin that journey in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts. We bring together the arts, humanities and social sciences, offering a fertile learning environment

for cross-disciplinary approaches with real-world applications. We are UTSA’s largest college, and we are known for our core curriculum teaching and helping all students prepare for their studies. We boast an esteemed faculty who have won national and international honors. We also encourage new ideas through the college’s annual research conference, where students present their own research papers, multimedia projects, artwork, creative writing and musical performances.

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“I’ve cherished the opportunity to perform several leading roles. Singing opera with an orchestra has taught me so much about musicianship and cooperation among performers.” Bronwyn White, junior, music, winner of the Concerto and Aria Competition

Architecture utsa.edu/coa

You have always been drawing, drafting, planning; a dreamer with a vision spanning the great architecture of the past to the new vistas of the future. You desire to build your legacy to the world or design homes and offices in your own distinct style. You envision magnificent high-rise complexes or the best way to preserve historic structures. If this is the blueprint of your dreams and ambitions, the sky’s the limit at UTSA’s College of Architecture. 6

We are the second-largest college or school of architecture in Texas. We are located at the Downtown Campus and provide the perfect laboratory for in-depth exploration of San Antonio’s art and architecture. We also provide study-abroad opportunities in Italy, Spain and Mexico, giving you the opportunity to live and study in a different culture. Our master of architecture program is nationally accredited, preparing students for entry into the profession. 7

The Texas Sustainable Energy Research Institute, housed in the College of Engineering, is getting a $50 million infusion from CPS Energy to help position San Antonio as a leader in renewable energy.

“The most important revelation I’ve had as a freshman is the individualized attention I received from my professors. I’m encouraged to ask questions and my professors stay after class to help me understand the material. The academic support from faculty is refreshing.” Peter Serna, freshman, biology, Rising Roadrunner Scholar

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Sciences utsa.edu/cos

You hope to change the future by exploring new frontiers in science and mathematics. And you can become a scientific leader of your generation, with the knowledge and skills you hone in the College of Sciences. We are ranked No. 1 in the United States in the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded to Hispanic students in the biological sciences and No. 6 in math-

ematics. We offer a world-class faculty and unparalleled opportunities to perform cutting-edge research. For example, our student researchers have access to our new aberration-corrected electron microscope— the first of its kind nationwide—which displays images at a resolution of less than one ten-billionth of a meter. We also train students to become effective educators through the Generating Educational Excellence in Mathematics and Science (GE2MS) Program.

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Engineering utsa.edu/coe

You want to shape the technology of tomorrow. You’re ready for a career as an engineer, or perhaps as a leader in global industries. You will be in good company with other College of Engineering graduates, who include a project leader for the Xbox 360 team at Microsoft and the vice chairman of operations and technology for Dell.

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We are the fastest-growing engineering college in Texas. We have state-of-the-art instructional laboratories and classrooms in the new $84 million Applied Engineering and Technology Building, as well as the 225,000-square-foot Biotechnology, Sciences and Engineering Building, one of the largest educational facilities in the state. We can help you round out your college experience with more than 20 student chapters of professional and honor engineering societies. 9

Aspiring CSIs can get hands-on experience in the Department of Criminal Justice’s forensic science lab.

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Business utsa.edu/cob

You have set your sights to work on Wall Street or to launch the next big computer software company. With real-world experiences provided by the College of Business, you will build your academic portfolio and prepare for an exciting career, whether in San Antonio, New York or the global economies of London or Singapore. We are the largest undergraduate business school in the UT System, and among the top 40 largest in the nation. We hold international accreditation from

the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (only 5 percent of business schools worldwide receive this accreditation). We offer innovative international programming, including a bilingual business certificate program and immersion programs in countries such as Brazil, Spain and Morocco. We are third in the nation in graduating Hispanic undergraduates and our MBA program is ranked in the top ten nationally by BusinessWeek, Hispanic Business, and Princeton Review.

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Public Policy utsa.edu/copp

You might have an ambition to serve your community, perhaps by representing your hometown in Congress or working in the criminal justice system. Or you may possess an altruistic spirit that will lead you to work with nonprofit organizations, and your work will impact all areas of our society. Whether you plan to advocate for human rights or write government legislation, through the College of Public Policy, you will acquire the brainpower and tools to shape the world we live in. 10

“I’ve had the best collegiate experience at the College of Business. They’ve provided me with countless resources from extra tutors in class to professional mentors. I’m grateful for the leadership opportunities I gained through student involvement and international studies abroad.” Ryanne Vela ’10, international business, Business Student Council president

We are housed at the Downtown Campus in close proximity to government, law enforcement and nonprofit organizations. We partner with 150 public and nonprofit agencies to arrange internships for our students. We offer the American Humanics National Certification in Nonprofit Management and Leadership—one of only four programs in Texas.

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The Honors College has successfully assisted students competing for top national scholarships and fellowships. Just ask Carlos Castañeda and Jonathan Nomamiukor, two Rhodes finalists from the Class of 2010.

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Education and Human Development utsa.edu/coehd

“I believe student teaching is the most challenging but most rewarding part of the teaching program. It is where theory meets practice. I am well supported by my UTSA supervisor and peers. After this semester, I can proudly say that I am ready to become a teacher.” Alicia Maldonado, senior, teacher certification

You are destined to be a leader, a teacher, a mentor or counselor. You want to transform lives by preparing individuals to reach their highest potential. You are ready to lead boldly and courageously and to assume the responsibility of educating America’s future doctors, political leaders, engineers, scientists, artists and humanitarians. You are the one and your time is now. We are leaders of innovative teaching practices, professional development, technology enhancement, health,



and binational/bicultural issues, and have secured more than $15 million in research and grant funding. We are one of the largest providers of educators in Texas and boast a 97 percent pass rate on the Teacher Certification Exams, one of the highest in the state. We offer our own study-abroad programs to China, Thailand, Mexico and Peru, allowing you to experience for yourself educational systems around the world.

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Honors College utsa.edu/honors

You plan to study at UTSA and want to broadly develop your intellect as you mature from an inquisitive scholar to a possible Nobel Prize winner. You seek small classes that promote discussion with your fellow students and professors. You enjoy an intellectual challenge and growth as you study among other academically talented students from diverse backgrounds.

We offer Honors students in all the UTSA colleges priority registration so you can create your ideal class schedule. We award 80 students a Presidential Honors Scholarship each year, and another 60 to 70 students receive awards/scholarships. We prepare you for national scholarship and fellowship competitions. The Honors College is open to students of all majors.

Admission to the Honors College is competitive and based on GPA, ACT or SAT scores, an essay and recommendations. To be eligible to apply to the Honors College, first-time freshmen should expect to graduate in the top 20 percent of their class and have a composite SAT of 1700 or higher or a composite ACT of 25 or higher. Students who only meet the rank or test score requirement may also apply to be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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UTSA’s Air Force ROTC Detachment was recognized with the Right of Line Award as the best in the nation. “During my study abroad in Italy, we would sit outside to sketch Roman buildings and fountains and we would see a building we studied back home. Embedding myself in such a rich environment of language, culture, and customs gave me a different perspective and a better understanding of the history of architecture.” Shreya Patel, senior, architecture

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Study Abroad utsa.edu/studyabroad

No matter which college or major you choose, you can participate in one of UTSA’s study-abroad programs. Spending a semester overseas can enhance your education from a global perspective by introducing you to different people, cultures and educational systems—and broaden your awareness of the world we live in. Who knows? You might even make a lifelong friend from Spain or Thailand.

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UTSA students can take advantage of one of the exchange agreements (meaning you study in another country but pay UTSA tuition) with universities in England, Japan, Mexico, Canada, Denmark, South Korea, Peru, Sweden and Turkey. But we also offer faculty-led and affiliated study-abroad programs in many other countries. UTSA students have studied architecture in Italy, flora and fauna in Costa Rica, and archaeology in Belize. You can, too.

Pre-Professional Studies

Pre-Health utsa.edu/hpo For students aspiring to continue in a health-related profession (medicine, dentistry, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy or pharmacy), the Health Professions Office should be one of the first offices to visit once enrolled. Staff provides advising and support to students pursuing health professions and assists them in assuring they are fulfilling professional school admission requirements. The office also provides assistance with the application processes for medical and dental school.

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Pre-Law utsa.edu/ilpa Created as a partnership between UTSA and The University of Texas School of Law, the Institute for Law and Public Affairs (ILPA) prepares upper-level undergraduates for law school or careers in public affairs. The institute’s two-year Summer Law School Preparation Academy includes courses in legal technical writing, legal research and writing, law school studies, constitutional analysis, legal and philosophical research, torts, analytical reasoning and LSAT preparation. Each law school in Texas and many from around the country participate in ILPA-sponsored sessions. 15

Majors/Minors Key BA - Bachelor of Arts BS - Bachelor of Science BFA - Bachelor of Fine Arts BM - Bachelor of Music BAAS - Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences* BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration BPA - Bachelor of Public Administration Cert. - Certificate ^Degree programs that may be completed at the Downtown Campus. The bachelor’s programs in architecture, construction science and management, interior design, criminal justice, and public administration are offered only at the Downtown Campus. *Associate degree in applied science required For more degree information, visit our online undergraduate catalog. utsa.edu/ucat

College of Architecture (COA)

College of Engineering (COE)

Major + Degree

Major + Degree

Major + Degree

^Architecture

BS

Civil Engineering

BS

^Criminal Justice

BA

^Construction Science and Management

BS

Computer Engineering

BS

^Public Administration

BPA

^Interior Design

BS

Electrical Engineering

BS

Mechanical Engineering

BS

Minors

Biomedical Engineering (pending approval)

BS

College of Business (COB) Major + Degree

Criminal Justice

Nonprofit Management

College of Sciences (COS)

^Accounting

BBA

College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA)

Actuarial Science

BBA

Major + Degree

Bilingual Business (Spanish)

Cert.

American Studies

BA

Economics

BA, BBA

Anthropology

BA

Finance

BBA

Art

^General Business

BBA

Art History and Criticism

Major + Degree ^Biology (concentrations: Cell and Molecular Biology,

BS

BA, BFA

Clinical Laboratory Sciences (joint program with UT Health Science Center San Antonio)

BS

BA

Chemistry

BA, BS

Computer Science (concentrations: Computer and

BS

Environmental Science

BS

Geology

BA, BS

Integrative Biology, Microbiology/Immunology, Neurobiology, Plant Biology)

Human Resource Management

BBA

Children, Family and Community

BAAS

Information Systems

BBA

Classical Studies

BA

Infrastructure Assurance

BBA

^Communication (concentrations: Communication

BA

^Management

BBA

Management (concentration: International Business)

BBA

^English (concentrations: Creative Writing, English Language Arts and Reading, Professional Writing)

BA

^Mathematics (concentrations: General Mathematical

BS

Management (concentration: Small Business/Entrepreneurship)

BBA

French

BA

Multidisciplinary Science

BS BA, BS

Studies, Public Relations, Technical Communication)

Information Security, Software Engineering)

Studies, Mathematics)

Management Science

BBA

Geography

BA

Physics

Marketing

BBA

German

BA

Minors

^Marketing (concentration: Tourism)

BBA

^History (concentration: Social Studies)

BA

Real Estate Finance and Development (minors: Construction

BBA

Humanities

BA

Statistics

BS

Jazz Studies

Cert.

Biology Chemistry Computer Science

Modern Language Studies

BA

Music (concentrations: Composition, Music Marketing,

BA, BM

Honors College (Honors)

Music Technology

Cert.

Honors Studies

Philosophy

BA

^Political Science

BA

^Psychology

BA

^Sociology

BA

College of Education and Human Development (COEHD)

Spanish

BA

Major + Degree

Women’s Studies

BA

Management, Facility Management, Finance)

Minors Actuarial Science Adaptive Decision Models for Business Applied Statistics Business Administration Economics

Electronic Commerce Finance Information Systems Infrastructure Assurance and Security

International Management Management Management Science Marketing Technology Management

Music Performance, Music Studies)

Athletic Coaching

Cert.

Minors

Health (degree only or Early Childhood–12 Health Certification)

BS

Infancy and Childhood Studies

BAAS

^Interdisciplinary Studies (degree only or certification in:

BA

American Indian Studies American Studies Anthropology Art History and Criticism Classical Studies Communication Comparative Literature English Literature Film Studies Foreign Languages French Geography German Global Analysis History

- Early Childhood–Grade 6 Generalist - Early Childhood–Grade 6 Bilingual Generalist - Early Childhood–Grade 6 ESL Generalist - Grades 4–8 Language Arts/Reading/Social Studies - Grades 4–8 Mathematics/Science - Grades 4–8 Bilingual Generalist - Grades 4–8 ESL Generalist - EC–12 Special Education)

Kinesiology (degree only or Early Childhood–12 Physical

BS

^Mexican American Studies

BA

Education Certification)

Minors

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College of Public Policy (COPP)

African American Studies Bicultural Studies

Health English as a Second Language

Humanities International Studies Latin American Studies Linguistics Music Philosophy Political Science Psychology Public Administration Religious Studies Russian Sociology Spanish Women’s Studies

Geology Mathematics Physics

Major + Degree BA

Minors Legal Studies Pre-Professional Studies Pre-Health (HPO)

utsa.edu/hpo

Pre-Law (ILPA)

utsa.edu/ilpa

Reserve Officer Training Corps Program (ROTC) Air Force

utsa.edu/afrotc

Army

utsa.edu/armyrotc

Minors Aerospace Studies Military Management and Leadership

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UTSA students benefit from the latest technology, including online file storage (so you never have to worry about lost flash drives) and campuswide wireless printing. Through the university’s Quality Enhancement Plan, all UTSA students learn to analyze and interpret real data––such as student loan interest charges––boosting the value of your degree.

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Academic Support and Career Guidance

Libraries utsa.edu/libraries We have books, yes—more than half a million between the Main Campus and Downtown Campus libraries— but so much more! Our priority is to provide you with personalized research assistance to complete your class projects, so our reference librarians are available to answer your questions online via e-mail, text or IM, as well as in person. Students love the Information Commons in the newly renovated John Peace Library on the Main Campus, with its 140 computer workstations. You can also check out a laptop for a class presentation. If you need to get away from the buzz of activity, we also have quiet study areas and group study rooms. When you finish studying, check out a new-release DVD to take home with you. But if you do need to pull an all-nighter, the John Peace Library is open 24 hours a day on weekdays and offers weekend hours, too. University Career Center utsa.edu/ucc The University Career Center equips you with the skills necessary to make positive career decisions throughout your education at UTSA. Group mock interviews are also offered with companies that recruit at the Main and Downtown campuses, such as USAA, Tesoro, Valero and State Farm Insurance. The Career Center also provides the following services: • Workshops and events including employer information sessions, skills training and etiquette dinners • Job listings for part-time positions, internships and co-ops, as well as full-time career positions • A personal career-planning course for students who have not determined an academic major or who need direction regarding major and career pursuits.

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The Tomás Rivera Center for Student Success (TRC) utsa.edu/trc It’s not unusual to start college as an undeclared major. The Tomás Rivera Center for Student Success works with students who are undecided about their major and can assist you in making your decision. In addition, our academic coaches assist students through several programs to ensure you achieve your educational goals: • Supplemental Instruction is a series of weekly study sessions for difficult courses, guided by students who successfully completed them. • The Quantitative Tutoring Lab includes free tutoring in more than 90 subjects. • Freshman Seminar is a 3-credit hour course designed to provide first-year students with study skills and ease the transition from high school to college.

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Support for New Students

The Colleges’ Freshman Advising Center (CFAC) utsa.edu/cfac Even if you have a declared major or have selected a college but not a specific major, you might have a lot of questions. You might be wondering, “How do I know which business class I should take?” or “What prerequisites do I need before next year?” It’s OK—the CFAC will guide you in the right direction. Summer Common Reading Experience utsa.edu/commonread As part of your first year at UTSA, you participate in the Summer Common Reading Experience. This program allows new students to begin building an academic community around a common book. Information on the current book is distributed to students when they attend orientation. Activities during UTSA’s week of welcome, also known as Roadrunner Days, and the fall semester will center on themes and ideas from the book. Learning Communities and Freshman Seminar Programs utsa.edu/lc The Learning Communities Program helps ease the transition to college. In the fall semester, first-year students are enrolled in two or three Core Curriculum classes with the same group of 25 students. Every student in the program will be enrolled in a Freshman Seminar to provide frequent interaction with faculty and acquire the resources for academic success. 19

We Are Campus Life Away from the confines of the classroom and the hush-hush of the library is a boisterous and rowdy campus life that invites you to enjoy a world of new friendships, camaraderie and laughter. You will discover that UTSA is like a city——one that never sleeps with the constant activities of sports, music, arts, dining, special events and recreation——happening all around you. We’re certain you will stay on course to achieve your educational goals; however, keep in mind that this is your campus and this is your UTSA, and we wouldn’t want you to miss out on all the fun and excitement that campus life has to offer.

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Housing utsa.edu/housing

Living on campus is a great opportunity to become fully engaged with the campus community. In addition to the convenience of having a furnished residence just a short walk away from class, students who live on campus typically earn better grades, are more likely to graduate on time and are more satisfied with their overall college experience. You can live on or off campus. If you choose to live on-site, the university offers a variety of living facilities and comfortable apartments. Because space is limited, an application is required and is available at utsa.edu/housing. As soon as you receive your UTSA ID, use it to access the application once it is available from the Housing website.

Chisholm Hall offers the true freshman experience to 500 students in a traditional residence hall style. With one- or two-person rooms to choose from, Chisholm sets itself apart by offering private bathrooms, themed wings and an Academic Rebate Program. Chaparral Village and Laurel Village are on-campus residence communities that house 1,700 students. The suite-style living offers you a private bedroom in either a twobedroom or four-bedroom layout. Suites are fully furnished and include bathrooms, a living room area and kitchenette. University Oaks is on-campus apartment housing, and accommodates 1,456 students. Students choose from six different floor plans for one-bedroom, two-bedroom or fourbedroom units. With a full kitchen and no meal plan requirements, University Oaks offers independent living with the benefits and conveniences of living on campus.

“Living in Chaparral Village was definitely a life-changing experience. I was able to make friends quickly, become involved on campus as well as be in walking distance of my classes. UTSA housing felt like a home away from home.” Alexis Colton, sophomore, criminal justice and political science

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Dining utsa.edu/dining

It’s no secret that college students need plenty of nourishment to keep their active bodies and brains functioning at peak performance. So no matter where you go on campus——if you’re in the mood for an on-the-go light snack or prefer a sit-down meal with friends——the options are plentiful to satisfy anyone’s taste buds. 22

On Campus Dining: • Roadrunner Café • Chili’s Too • Panda Express • Subway • Montague’s Deli • Extreme Pita • Smoothie King

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Inspired by a Spanish villa, the Sombrilla is a popular outdoor hangout for students to study or meet with friends between classes.

“My involvement at The University of Texas at San Antonio has opened doors to fantastic opportunities. I love being a part of student life because I’ve met so many great people, and it has really given me the opportunity to not only better myself, but UTSA and our community as well.” Mayllyn Luz, senior, communication

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Involved

Student Activities utsa.edu/sa It’s easy to get involved. You can join more than 250 organizations including academic clubs, honorary organizations, social organizations, Greek fraternities and sororities, professional organizations and special interest groups. Student leaders are integral to the planning of many activities on campus. These include Homecoming and campus festivals such as Fiesta UTSA, Best Fest, Party on the Paseo and Rowdy Wing Fling. The Office of Student Activities (located at the Main Campus and Downtown Campus) provides the university’s diverse student population with programs and services that include leadership development, cultural events, campus-wide entertainment events, community service opportunities and annual student recognition programs.

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University Center utsa.edu/uctr Known as the UC, the University Center offers a place for recreation and relaxation. You can play a game of pool or watch a pro football game on six flatscreen TVs at The Roost. The UC also hosts monthly programs such as Coffee Houses, Roadrunner Late Nights and Open Mic Nights. If you’re on a budget, UC Cinema Nights features screenings of recently released movies with free popcorn. The UC also houses the Campus Technology Store and the UTSA Bookstore, where in addition to selling textbooks, you can purchase UTSA-themed apparel. And right around the corner is The UPS Store, Rios Golden Cut Salons, Frost Bank, Ticketmaster and a mini-convenience store. So when you’re in the mood to chill and hang out with friends—and grab a bite to eat while you’re there—head over to the University Center where there’s never a dull moment. 25

UTSA has the largest collegiate rock wall in the state of Texas at 54 feet.

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Recreation utsa.edu/recreation

UTSA’s Rec Center is one of the largest student recreation centers in Texas and offers a variety of recreational and leisure opportunities. With over 300,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space to explore, you can enjoy a little rest and diversion from your studies by checking out our rock-climbing wall, cooking classes and exercise classes. Intramural Sports: The Intramural Sports program provides over 36 sports. Participation is open to players of all skill levels at no charge. Campus Rec even has a free agent list and will be happy to place individuals on teams. Softball, indoor soccer, flag football and water volleyball are just a few of your many choices. Club Sports: If you are looking for a little more competition and the opportunity to travel to universities around the nation, then Club Sports is for you. Campus Rec has over 20 different clubs—cycling, fencing, karate and ultimate Frisbee to name a few. Fitness: If you want to tighten and tone, or shed some unwanted pounds, Campus Rec has weight rooms and group exercise rooms at the Main Campus and 26

Downtown Campus. Massage therapy and personal training are a great addition to the Fitness and Wellness program. Tours and specialized sessions are offered regularly by trained staff. Check online for updated schedules. Outdoor Pursuits: The Outdoor Pursuits program offers great trips, such as surfing, backpacking and caving, for various skill levels around the region and country. Outdoor Pursuits also offers a free equipment-lending program, including kayaks, canoes and mountain bikes. Aquatics: Soak in some sun at the Aquatics Center, which features a three-lane lap pool, lazy river with fountain, two hot spas, a recreational pool, two sand volleyball courts, an outdoor basketball court and an island for lounging.

“From everything Campus Recreation has to offer, my favorite amenity has to be the lazy river. You get the theme park feel without ever having to leave campus. The Rec Center really does have it all. It’s a great place to become balanced in mind, body and soul.” Alanna D’Antonio, sophomore, business administration and marketing

Wellness: Keeping healthy in both mind and body is vital to your ability to complete your education. The Campus Rec offers a number of programs to help alleviate stress, as well as nutrition assessments, fitness assessments, tips for healthy eating habits and health screenings. 27

“UTSA is a great place to be a student-athlete. The competition we face in all of our sports is among the best in the nation. There is a focus on academics and life skills and the coaches and administration are very supportive.” Devin Gibson, senior, men’s basketball guard

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Athletics goutsa.com

Start planning the tailgate parties! UTSA’s inaugural football season kickoff is fast approaching. Led by national championship coach Larry Coker, the Roadrunners begin a season of establishing new traditions September 3, 2011. Along with the start of UTSA Football, you can cheer on Roadrunner athletes in 16 other sports. We are fierce competitors on the field, track or basketball court and have garnered a number of championships for UTSA. Roadrunners compete in the Southland Conference, which sponsors 17 championship sports at the NCAA Division I level and consists of 12 university members in three states. UTSA students are provided admittance to all UTSA regular season sporting events held on campus as well as all regular season UTSA Football games played at the Alamodome.

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Roadrunners like to get rowdy to show their school spirit and pride when it comes to sports. And you don’t have to be just a spectator. Learn how to be part of the teams or get involved as cheerleaders or as a member of the band or dance team by visiting the Athletics website, goutsa.com. UTSA’s student-athletes have access to the James and Catherine Bodenstedt Athletic Learning Center. The center provides academic support and personal development services for more than 300 UTSA student-athletes. NCAA Sports at UTSA: • football • basketball (M/W) • baseball • softball • volleyball (W) • golf (M/W) • tennis (M/W) • soccer (W) • cross country (M/W) • indoor and outdoor track and field (M/W) 29

The Next Step

Estimated Costs utsa.edu/costs

Freshman Admissions utsa.edu/admissions







Embarking on a new chapter of your life at UTSA begins with filling out the appropriate applications, ensuring that transcripts are submitted and meeting with admissions counselors who will help steer you on the course to obtaining the top-notch education that you seek.

UTSA is well aware of the cost to earn a quality postsecondary education. But UTSA historically is less expensive than many other Texas public universities in major metropolitan areas, including Dallas and Houston. We hope you will agree that enrolling at the university is a wise investment in your future and a doorway to fulfilling your dreams.

Freshman Requirements: Freshman applicants must have completed the Texas Recommended High School Program, Distinguished Achievement Program or their equivalents during high school, and meet the test score requirements noted in the chart.

2010-2011 Academic Year (estimated)

For first-time freshmen who do not meet the above requirements, the decisions will be made by the Admissions Committee through an individual review of all the admissions materials. The submission of an essay, résumé and letters of recommendation are encouraged for those who will require a committee review. First-time freshmen who have graduated from an accredited out-of-state high school must be in the top 50 percent of their graduating class and meet the test score requirements in the chart.

Tuition and Fees

$8,410

Books/Supplies

$1,000

Room and Board

$8,696

The figures above are based on 15 hours per fall and spring semester as well as the least expensive on-campus housing and meal plan.

Deadlines utsa.edu/deadlines

Admission Priority Fall - March 1 Spring - October 17 Summer - March 1

HS Class Rank

SAT Score (min.)

ACT Score (min.)

1st quartile

No minimum but must submit scores

No minimum but must submit scores

2nd quartile

960 (critical reading and math only)

20 (composite)

3rd and 4th quartile

Individual review

Individual review

To Apply: • Apply online at applytexas.org • Pay an application fee of $40 • Submit your official high school transcript with curriculum verification • Send your ACT/SAT scores with writing section sent directly from the testing agency • If you took college credit courses, send any official college transcript when available • If you are graduating early from high school, submit a recommendation letter from your guidance counselor

Transfer Admissions utsa.edu/transfer

Others UTSA General Scholarship - February 15 Honors College Scholarship - February 1 Financial Aid Priority - March 15 Housing Priority - March 30 For final deadlines, visit utsa.edu/admissions.

Transfer Requirements: Applicants must earn a minimum 2.0 GPA in all college or university transferable hours attempted and be in good academic standing at the last institution attended (individuals suspended for academic or disciplinary reasons are not eligible to apply). Students with fewer than 30 transferable hours must also meet freshman admissions requirements. Please Note: • When calculating cumulative GPA for transfer students, all college-level courses considered transferable to the university are used in the calculation to determine eligibility for admission. This includes all repeated courses. • UTSA will accept up to 66 hours of transfer credit from an accredited two-year community or junior college. There is no limit to the number of acceptable hours from another accredited four-year university.

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To Apply: • Apply online at applytexas.org • Pay an application fee of $40 • Submit your official transcripts from each college/ university attended, including Dual Credit work • If you have less than 30 transferable hours at the time of application, you must also submit your official high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores with writing section Transfer Resources Available Online: Transfer Plans: Agreements between UTSA and select community colleges guaranteeing credit transferability. TCCN Matrix: Texas Common Course Numbering System to compare how courses transfer among Texas colleges and universities. Transfer Equivalency Table: Chart of approved, transferable credits. 31

Financial Aid utsa.edu/aid

Orientation utsa.edu/orientation





More than 70 percent of UTSA students receive some type of financial aid, so don’t let the thought of not being able to afford a quality education prevent you from applying. We invite you to thoroughly review the Financial Aid website to become familiar with the numerous opportunities, such as grants, loans, scholarships and work study, that are available. There are also a number of special programs that can be of assistance, including the Hazelwood Exemption, Education Aid Exemption and International Aid Programs.

ability of UTSA. Topics and services include financial aid overviews and workshops on how to complete the FAFSA. Visit the Outreach link on our website for a calendar of events in your area. Presentations are offered in English and Spanish.

In order to be considered for financial aid at UTSA, you are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.ed.gov. Please keep in mind that students are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds, academic performance and demonstrated financial need. Students must be admitted to the university in order to be awarded financial aid. We strongly encourage you to submit your FAFSA before March 15.

Work Study: An employment opportunity, usually on campus, for students who qualify based on their FAFSA.

Students with the greatest financial need are often the least likely to receive it because of a gap in communication about financial aid resources. With that in mind, we have developed a Financial Aid Outreach program in which financial aid representatives work directly with students and parents to educate them on the afford-

Key Terms FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This is required for most types of financial aid. Grants: Funds that do not have to be repaid.

Loans: Funds that must be repaid with interest. A variety of student and parent loans are available on the UTSA Financial Aid website. UTSAccess: A program offered to first-time UTSA freshmen who have graduated from high school in 2011, apply and are admitted to UTSA by March 15, are Texas residents, and whose family adjusted gross income and wage earnings are $30,000 or less and whose assets are less than $50,000. UTSAccess provides grants and/or scholarships to cover tuition and mandatory fees for four years.

Orientation—or Roadrunner Roundup as we like to call it—is mandatory for first-time freshmen and all new students with less than 30 college hours earned after high school graduation. It is a great opportunity to take a detailed tour of the campus and meet professors, current students and new Roadrunners like you who have the same questions and excitement about their first semester at UTSA. Orientation gives you a chance to get acquainted and comfortable with your new “home away from home.” The final day of orientation is dedicated to advising and registering for your first semester of classes.

Are Mom and Dad interested in learning about UTSA? They can join you at orientation by signing up for Rowdy Ties, a program to introduce families to the UTSA community. Roadrunner Roundup is also a preview for living on campus because you have the option to stay in Chaparral Village. By the first day of classes, you will already know where to meet for class, grab lunch and study with just the right amount of distractions. Once you have these basics down, attend Roadrunner Camp to learn even more about UTSA’s spirit and traditions.

Visitor Centers utsa.edu/visitor

The best way to learn about what UTSA has to offer and to feel the pulse of campus life is to experience it for yourself. That’s why we invite you to come take a guided tour of our campuses. We’re sure once you see what we have to offer, UTSA is where you will want to begin the next phase of your life.

Walking tours are available at both our Downtown and Main campuses Monday through Friday. In addition, Saturday tours and early evening tours are available on our Main Campus on select days during the fall and spring semesters. Registering online at utsa.edu/visitor is the only way to reserve a spot and assure that your preferred tour time is available. By registering online, we will know when to expect you, and our on-site admissions staff will be best prepared to answer your questions.

Scholarships utsa.edu/scholarships

There are many scholarships available on the Scholarships website that can help you pay for tuition. Although it might take a little research to find which one might benefit you the most, it’s worth taking the time to do so. The General Scholarship Application, a single form used for over 50 scholarships, is available at applytexas.org. We also recommend that you complete the FAFSA to demonstrate need, which is a prerequisite for most scholarships. Students must be admitted to UTSA in order to be awarded scholarships.

Common Scholarship Criteria: • Academics only—GPA, SAT or ACT scores, ranking in high school • Need-based and academics—you must complete the FAFSA to determine need • Special eligibility requirements—major, residence and high school • A combination of any of the above

Check out the website of your college or department for unique scholarships offered only to students in your area of study.

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area code (210) Admissions (Freshman) 458-4599, utsa.edu/admissions Admissions (Transfer) 458-2000, utsa.edu/transfer Advising Centers 458-4302, utsa.edu/advising Air Force ROTC 458-4624, utsa.edu/afrotc Army ROTC 458-5607, utsa.edu/armyrotc Athletics 458-4161, goutsa.com Disability Services (Main) 458-4157, utsa.edu/disability Disability Services (DT) 458-2945, utsa.edu/disability Financial Aid & Enrollment Services 458-8000 or 1-800-669-0919, utsa.edu/aid Fiscal Services (Billing) 458-8000, utsa.edu/billing Freshman Advising Center 458-5170, utsa.edu/cfac Health Professions Office 458-5185, utsa.edu/hpo Honors College 458-4106, utsa.edu/honors Housing and Residential Life 458-6200, utsa.edu/housing Learning Communities 458-4011, utsa.edu/lc Orientation and Family Programs 458-4724, utsa.edu/orientation Scholarship Office 458-8000, utsa.edu/scholarships Testing (Main) 458-4125, utsa.edu/testing Testing (DT) 458-2941, utsa.edu/testing Tomás Rivera Center for Student Success (Main) 458-4694, utsa.edu/trc Tomás Rivera Center for Student Success (DT) 458-2838, utsa.edu/trc Veteran Certification Office 458-4540, utsa.edu/va Visitor Center (Main) 458-5145, utsa.edu/visitor Visitor Center (DT) 458-2000, utsa.edu/visitor

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