UTSA
The University of Texas at San Antonio · San Antonio, Texas · Public
UTSA admitted 87% of 25,422 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1010–1210 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 51% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at UTSA
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Application deadlines
UTSA’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $75, and UTSA accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check UTSA’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
UTSA doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How UTSA rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
What it costs
Full price with housing is $24,766 in-state and $37,740 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $10,831 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is UTSA’s acceptance rate?
UTSA admitted 87% of applicants: 22,063 of 25,422 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is UTSA’s application deadline?
UTSA uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for UTSA?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1010 to 1210, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is UTSA’s application fee?
The application fee is $75 for 2026–27, and UTSA accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does UTSA have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, UTSA asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one essay, 500–700 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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