University of Texas at San Antonio

University of Texas at San Antonio
File:UTSA logo.png
Caption	N/A
Motto	N/A
Established	1969
Type	Public
Principal	N/A
City	San Antonio
State	Texas
Country	United States
Campus	Urban
Website	N/A

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is a public research university located in San Antonio, Texas, United States. It is part of the University of Texas System and is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across its multiple campuses.

History

The University of Texas at San Antonio was established in 1969 by the Texas Legislature to provide higher education opportunities to the growing population of San Antonio and South Texas. The university opened its doors to students in 1973, initially offering classes in temporary facilities. The main campus, known as the Main Campus, is located on 600 acres of land in the northwest part of San Antonio.

Campuses

UTSA has four campuses:

• Main Campus: Located in northwest San Antonio, it is the largest campus and houses the majority of the university's academic programs and student services.
• Downtown Campus: Situated in the heart of San Antonio, this campus focuses on urban and regional planning, public policy, and architecture.
• Hemisfair Campus: This campus is home to the Institute of Texan Cultures, which serves as a museum and cultural center.
• Park West Campus: Primarily used for athletics and recreational activities.

Academics

UTSA offers over 160 degree programs across its nine colleges:

• College of Business
• College of Education and Human Development
• College of Engineering
• College of Liberal and Fine Arts
• College of Public Policy
• College of Sciences
• Honors College
• University College
• College of Architecture, Construction and Planning

The university is classified as a "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity" institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Research

UTSA is committed to advancing knowledge through research and innovation. The university has several research institutes and centers, including the Texas Sustainable Energy Research Institute and the Institute for Cyber Security. UTSA's research efforts are supported by partnerships with local industries and government agencies.

Student Life

UTSA offers a vibrant student life with over 300 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and recreational sports. The university's athletic teams, known as the Roadrunners, compete in NCAA Division I as part of Conference USA.

Notable Alumni

UTSA has a growing list of notable alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields, including business, politics, and the arts.

Also see

• University of Texas System
• San Antonio
• Texas Higher Education
• NCAA Division I