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The University of Texas at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate87%

UT San Antonio Admissions

The university admitted 87% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 23,295 students applied to The University of Texas at San Antonio and 20,243 were admitted.

If you want to apply to The University of Texas at San Antonio, the regular decision application deadline is June 1 and the fee for the application is $70.

Students who apply to The University of Texas at San Antonio for the fall semester should hear back from The University of Texas at San Antonio by August 1.

The University of Texas at San Antonio Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of The University of Texas at San Antonio's admissions stats.

The University of Texas at San Antonio 2023 Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 17%
Mean SAT Score 1120
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 60%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 8%
Waitlist No

The University of Texas at San Antonio Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of Texas at San Antonio.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 6 1 August 1

Applying Early to The University of Texas at San Antonio?


The University of Texas at San Antonio does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on The University of Texas at San Antonio Admissions


Transferring to The University of Texas at San Antonio

For more information on transferring to The University of Texas at San Antonio, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The University of Texas at San Antonio Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at The University of Texas at San Antonio

What does The University of Texas at San Antonio consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Class Rank Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Application Essay Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with The University of Texas at San Antonio for more information on admission factors.

The University of Texas at San Antonio Application Requirements

To apply to The University of Texas at San Antonio, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with The University of Texas at San Antonio's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Other Requirements transfer applicants with less than 30 hours must meet freshman requirements and have a 2.25 GPA on a 4.0 scale and submit all college transcripts; transfer applicants with 30 or more completed hours must have a 2.25 GPA on a 4.0 scale and submit all college transcripts
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The University of Texas at San Antonio?

The University of Texas at San Antonio has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 98% submitted a class rank. At The University of Texas at San Antonio 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 54% were in the top 25% and 91% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of Texas at San Antonio, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA
3.75 and 3.99
3.50 and 3.74
3.25 and 3.49
3.00 and 3.24
2.50 and 2.9
2.00 and 2.49

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The University of Texas at San Antonio directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The University of Texas at San Antonio does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 60% of The University of Texas at San Antonio's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The University of Texas at San Antonio?

To be competitive with other The University of Texas at San Antonio applicants, you should strive to earn between 1010 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The University of Texas at San Antonio 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The University of Texas at San Antonio student is 1120.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of Texas at San Antonio students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of Texas at San Antonio students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at The University of Texas at San Antonio, you should strive to earn between 19 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of Texas at San Antonio's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of Texas at San Antonio students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to The University of Texas at San Antonio

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of Texas at San Antonio during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


The University of Texas at San Antonio Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to The University of Texas at San Antonio?

❌ Students who are admitted to The University of Texas at San Antonio must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does The University of Texas at San Antonio accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of Texas at San Antonio accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The University of Texas at San Antonio accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of Texas at San Antonio?

✅ The University of Texas at San Antonio is not test optional.

What is The University of Texas at San Antonio's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The University of Texas at San Antonio is 87%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of Texas at San Antonio?

❌ The University of Texas at San Antonio does not offer early decision.

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UT San Antonio Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Unknown

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UT San Antonio Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jun 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UT San Antonio is Jun 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UT San Antonio is Jul 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

UT San Antonio SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1010 - 1210

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Math SAT Range

500 - 600

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Reading SAT Range

510 - 620

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1210 and Above

Good

1010 to 1210

Avg

1010 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for UT San Antonio students is 1120. Applicants with SAT scores of 1210 and above have a good chance of being admitted to UT San Antonio, while applicants with SAT scores between 1010 to 1210 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1010 have a low chance of being offered a spot at UT San Antonio.

UT San Antonio GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

Not available

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

34,344

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

87%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,581

Out-of-State

$26,799

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jun 1
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