THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO College Portrait
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THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development for Texas, the nation and the world.
The University of Texas at San Antonio serves the San Antonio metropolitan area and the broader region of South Texas through programs and services offered from its three campuses: Main Campus, Downtown Campus and UTSA's Institute of Texan Cultures. With over 30,000 students enrolled in 134 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, UTSA has been one of the state's fastest-growing public universities for much of the last decade. UTSA offers 63 bachelor’s, 49 master’s and 22 doctoral degree programs. With additional doctoral programs approved and others awaiting final approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and with in research and sponsored programs expenditures totaling $70 million in for FY 2010, UTSA has now been classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research University – High Research Activity. The university's three campuses provide access and opportunity for large numbers of historically underserved students. More than 58 percent of UTSA's students come from groups underrepresented in higher education. Many students are the first in their families to attend a college or university. The University of Texas at San Antonio is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctorate degrees.
Living in the RoadRunner Community
The mission of Community Services is to extend The University of Texas at San Antonio beyond its campuses and into San Antonio and South Texas through public service, extension, outreach and community education. This mission is accomplished through a variety of programs such as Institute for Economic Development, Institute of Texan Cultures, PREP Program, P-20 Initiatives, Office of Community Outreach, Office of Extended Education/Special Events, UTSA Mexico Center, Child and Adolescent Policy Research Institute.
Message from the Dean of Students: We are glad that you have chosen to join us at UTSA, and are committed to assisting you in being successful both during your time here and beyond. The choices you make here prepare you for the world you face tomorrow, and we want to help you get the most out of your collegiate experience. One of our key goals is for each student to feel a sense of belonging on campus. In addition to providing you a co-curricular experience which complements the university's academic mission, we also strive to provide you with a sense of place and belonging that we hope will transcend your time here at UTSA and that keeps you coming back to visit your university for years to come. We also want you to challenge yourself in ways that foster rewarding relationships, new skills, and fresh perspectives. As an academic community, our diversity is one of our greatest strengths when we allow it to enhance our understanding and appreciation of differences. Every interaction and every involvement is an opportunity to learn and grow in ways that will benefit you throughout your entire life. We are committed to assisting you on this journey. Ultimately, your collegiate experience will largely be what you make of it. All of us in Student Life hope that you will choose to fully explore the opportunities for involvement that exist and take advantage of the resources we have to assist you in reaching your goals. We invite you to take the time to acquaint yourself with all our various departments we have to offer by following the listed links. Let us know how we can help you succeed! Sincerely, Kevin Price, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010?
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| Total Students | 30,258 | |
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Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 25,794 | |
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| Gender | ||
| Women | 12,546 | 49% |
| Men | 13,248 | 51% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 51 | <1% |
| Asian | 1,315 | 5% |
| African American / Black | 2,227 | 9% |
| Hispanic | 11,796 | 46% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 59 | <1% |
| White | 8,317 | 32% |
| Two or More Races | 581 | 2% |
| International | 628 | 2% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 820 | 3% |
| Where do UTSA undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Texas | 96% |
| Other US States & Territories | 2% |
| Other Countries | 2% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are UTSA undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 23 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 22% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2010)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 19 - 24 | |
| Math | 18 - 25 | 470 - 530 |
| English | 18 - 24 | |
| Critical Reading | 450 - 560 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 40% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 79% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS GPA | 93% | |
| Average High School GPA Data Not Available | ||
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for 2009-10 without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $20,644
Tuition and fee charges are generally published in the spring prior to the upcoming fall term. Any tuition and fee changes must first be approved by the Board of Regents for the university. Once tuition and fee rates have been set, the Student Financial Aid and Enrollment Services office determines the cost of attendance that will be used to calculate eligibility for financial aid. A cost of attendance is established for at-home students, off-campus students and on-campus students. The cost of attendance includes average costs for the following: tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal/miscellaneous. Students are assigned a cost of attendance based on the housing answer they provide on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Cost of attendance figures are completed prior to the April 1st deadline to submit to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
Out-of-State & Other Costs
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The cost to attend THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
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Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- 52% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $5,969. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- 48% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $4,267. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2009-2010 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
UTSA Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 23 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 52% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 77% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 985 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 42% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 37% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 74% |
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Campus-based Housing
43% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
12% of all undergraduates live on campus
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Campus Safety
The Mission of the Office of Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management is to promote a safe and healthy work environment for faculty, staff, and students, to advocate work practices that achieve excellence in environmental stewardship, comply with any and all rules and regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety and the environment, and to protect resources through sound administration of the University's insurance coverage.
Campus Crime Statistics
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Research Universities (high research activity)
- Size and Setting
- Large four-year, primarily nonresidential
- Enrollment Profile
- Very high undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Full-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Comprehensive doctoral (no medical/veterinary)
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
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Student Activities and Involvement at UTSA
Students who are actively involved in their own learning and development are more likely to be successful in college. Colleges and universities offer students a wide variety of opportunities both inside and outside the classroom to become engaged with new ideas, people, and experiences. Institutions measure the effectiveness of these opportunities in a variety of ways to better understand what types of activities and programs students find the most helpful.
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 92% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 57% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 18% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 84% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 13% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 38% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 51% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 5% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 94% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 94% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 70% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 61% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 95% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 53% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 74% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 95% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 69% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 63% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 84% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 61% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 79% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 70% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 81% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Evaluation of Experiences
Survey Administration Process
Survey Information
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO in 2009-10 | |
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| Bachelor's | 3,882 |
| Master's | 878 |
| Doctoral | 59 |
| Total | 4,819 |
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| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2009-10 | |
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| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 10% |
| Biology, General | 9% |
| Psychology, General | 8% |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 5% |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness | 5% |
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Student Success & Progress Rate
A 78% four-year success and progress rate means that 78% of students starting in Fall 2004 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
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Counts for the Fall 2004 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 4,246 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 2,016 Full-Time Transfer Students
Success & Progress Rate Table
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2009 that returned for their second year: 57%
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Student Learning at THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.
Assessment of student learning outcomes is an integral part of the Teaching-Learning process. The purpose is to enhance a student’s opportunity to acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes/values provided through all aspects of instruction. The assessment of student learning at the program level relies on faculty expertise and experience. Information derived from the assessment of student learning will be used to facilitate student learning and development, to promote faculty and staff growth, to improve the quality of academic programs, and to achieve the university’s mission in accordance with the strategic plan.
Learning Assessment Examples
Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes
Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.
- Results from the Collegiate Learning Assessment
The Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA) measures critical thinking, analytic reasoning, problem solving, and written communication using a performance task and an analytic writing task. The scores from the tasks are reported separately below.
Test Administration Process
Test Information
Performance Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the performance task is above what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 1087
Senior Score: 1195
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average EEA scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 1009
Senior Score: 1040
Analytic Writing Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the analytic writing task is at or near what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 1191
Senior Score: 1267
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average EEA scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 1009
Senior Score: 1040