Today, we stand at a historic inflection point— an unparalleled moment in time to have a profound impact on where San Antonio, the seventh-largest city in the United States, goes as a community.
We are combining two superb institutions to form a model public research university right here in San Antonio—one that is nimble, creative and unlike any other in Texas or the nation.
This combination is powerful and unique: a large academic university with a substantial research enterprise and a nationally ranked, research-intensive academic health center with deep impact here in South Texas and beyond. Together, we have brilliant minds, scientific breakthroughs, clinical trials, and incredible opportunities that distinguish us among our counterparts across the country.
Our strength lies in how we bring people together—scientists and clinicians, technologists and community advocates, employees and learners of all kinds—to redefine how education, research and care intersect.
This is what will make us more transformative than any other university in the United States. Together, we're going to reimagine our institution, expanding our impact in ways that redefine what a public university can do—for our state, our nation and the world.
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PhD, President,
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The University of Texas at San Antonio
A combination to power every ambition
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and UTSA have officially joined as one: UT San Antonio.
This historic integration brings together the innovation of a top-tier research university and the expertise of a world-class academic health center to form the third-largest research university in Texas.
Driven by a shared spirit of service, opportunity and applied research, UT San Antonio stands at the forefront of a new era in higher education.
Working together, we're applying artificial intelligence (AI) to society's biggest challenges in medicine, cybersecurity and public health. We’re expanding research and discovery in brain health and accelerating breakthroughs in cancer treatment. And we're developing new models of interdisciplinary learning, including the nation's first dual-degree in medicine and AI, that empower students to move between disciplines— and move the world forward.
Because for us, education is far more than the transmission of knowledge. It is the greatest health initiative of all time, and it creates an enduring impact on social mobility, societal progress, and community well-being. That's why we prepare students to lead at the intersection of health and technology,
advance research that translates to real-world care and expand public health education to make lives better for generations to come. Our work may begin in a classroom or a lab—but it lives in the community.
We serve a city at the crossroads of culture, creativity and innovation— a place uniquely positioned to build what’s next for Texas and beyond. We’re shaped to meet that future with purpose. Our graduates stay here, work here and thrive here— many of them in critical fields like healthcare, cybersecurity, bioscience and public service. From the Riverwalk to the research lab, UT San Antonio is fueling economic opportunity, expanding educational access and creating care delivered for Texans into the standard for everyone.
This is higher education with momentum. Research with purpose.
Growth with impact.
Ambition with a place. And it’s here.
A logo to match our trajectory
Inspired by the rivers that shaped San Antonio’s identity, our new logo reflects the upward momentum, unity and transformative ambition at the heart of UT San Antonio. More than the sum of our parts, we are a new kind of institution—where vision becomes action and ambition becomes impact.
We’re even greater than the sum of our parts.
Texas’ 1st college of AI, Cyber and Computing 3rd largest research university in Texas
$486M annual research portfolio in critical areas
500+ active clinical trials
in aging, dental, brain health and cancer research
1st dual-degree program in medicine and AI in the country
42,000 students across 15 colleges and schools
320 academic programs spanning top-ranking degrees in cybersecurity, health professions, biomedical sciences, business and more disciplines that shape the future
One of only 21 Carnegie R1 opportunity universities
Top 16% of universities driving student economic mobility like dementia prevention and cancer treatment
A primary driver of San Antonio’s $44.1B healthcare and biosciences sector
94% of our School of Nursing graduates stay in Texas, along with 90% of our School of Health Professions graduates
From the lab to the real world
Fighting dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Pioneering cancer treatment. Advancing AI in critical industries like medicine and cybersecurity. As one, unified university, UT San Antonio is performing more groundbreaking research to make a bigger difference for more people.
From trials to triumphs
Cancer is one of the most pressing health challenges of our time—and UT San Antonio is leading the way with groundbreaking research that’s advancing treatments, improving lives and reshaping what’s possible.
Big changes in mind
We’re advancing discovery in the most pressing areas of brain health: dementia, Alzheimer’s and age-related issues— to meet the increasing needs of the people we serve.
Our Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases is the first National Institute of Aging‑designated Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center in Texas—and one of just 36 in the nation. Through advanced technology, groundbreaking clinical trials, brain-banking initiatives and patient-centered care, we’re transforming how we detect, treat and ultimately, prevent Alzheimer’s and related dementias. In December 2025, we will open a $100 million Center for Brain Health, a state‑of‑the‑art facility featuring an ultra-high field 7-Tesla MRI, infusion suites, therapy spaces and a caregiver training apartment— all optimized to accelerate research, expand access and create impact in this critical area that disproportionately impacts South Texans.
The Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies is a nationally preeminent center, uniquely designated as both a Nathan Shock Center of Excellence and a Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center. Renowned for discoveries like rapamycin’s lifespan extending effects, the institute integrates leading science, clinical research, and community impact to advance healthy aging and improve quality of life.
We’re driving cancer breakthroughs from the lab to the bedside, leading groundbreaking research and testing to innovate and provide lifesaving treatment for our patients.
Our Mays Cancer Center is one of only four National Cancer Institute‑ designated cancer centers in Texas, a distinction that recognizes excellence in scientific leadership, resources and impact. With 180+ active clinical trials, we’re testing and developing cuttingedge cancer treatments, therapies and drugs—bringing tomorrow’s breakthroughs to patients today. And with the opening of our Multispecialty and Research Hospital, we're delivering these advances in a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate care and accelerate discovery. From precision medicine and immunotherapy to survivorship programs and community outreach, we’re transforming cancer care for South Texas and beyond.
Modeling the future of medicine
Better community health outcomes start at the intersection of technology and humanity.
That’s why we’re transforming how healthcare is delivered and taught by using artificial intelligence to improve care and education. We've established the nation's first dual‑ degree program in medicine and AI, designed to prepare students for the next generation of healthcare advances by providing comprehensive training in applied artificial intelligence. By integrating advanced AI technologies into both classrooms and care environments, we’re helping define how healthcare will be practiced well into the future.
Training for tomorrow’s most impactful careers
We’re applying high-impact, emerging technologies to solve complex problems, expand educational and economic opportunity and drive innovation across industries.
We’ve established Texas’ first College of AI, Cyber and Computing to turn cutting-edge research into real-world results across defense, healthcare, energy and beyond. As a key player in advancing the Texas Cyber Command—a new state agency dedicated to protecting Texas from cyberattacks—we’re helping shape the future of cybersecurity and digital defense on a statewide and national scale. Together, we’re pioneering a new kind of AI-focused education that blends different fields of study to prepare students for the growing number of careers that depend on artificial intelligence.
Shaping Health Through Innovation
UT San Antonio is uniting medicine and engineering to create solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities.
Through the Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design, students and faculty collaborate with UT Health San Antonio to drive breakthroughs in biomedical engineering and healthcare innovation. These efforts span disciplines to develop research that advances technologies to expand access to care while creating smarter health systems. By pairing engineering expertise with clinical insight, the university equips graduates to meet Texas’ growing demand for talent in high-impact industries. This work not only advances healthcare but also fuels San Antonio’s position as a hub for biomedical innovation.
Fueling Bold Futures
UT San Antonio empowers students to turn ideas into action, preparing them to lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving world.
Anchored by the Carlos Alvarez College of Business and The Najim Center for Innovation and Career Advancement, UT San Antonio fosters an environment where entrepreneurial spirit and professional readiness interact. Applied business education, and hands-on training connect students with mentors and industry leaders who inspire creativity and problemsolving. The Najim Center enhances this ecosystem by offering career coaching and real-world experiences that position graduates for success across industries. Together, the college and center fuel bold futures—helping students launch ventures, drive social mobility, and contribute to San Antonio’s economic growth.
Unlocking the Mind’s Potential
UT San Antonio is advancing discoveries that deepen our understanding of the brain and expand the possibilities of human health.
Within the College of Sciences, faculty and students collaborate with UT San Antonio’s Brain Health Consortium to investigate the biological foundations of brain function and disease. This research spans disciplines, combining expertise from the sciences, engineering, and medicine to confront pressing conditions such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, and epilepsy. Students gain valuable research experience while contributing to discoveries that shape the future of neuroscience. These efforts strengthen San Antonio’s role as a hub for biomedical innovation while positioning the university as a leader in brain health research. By unlocking new knowledge, UT San Antonio is preparing graduates to lead in the sciences while delivering breakthroughs that improve the quality of life for all.
Protecting What Powers Us
UT San Antonio is securing the digital infrastructure that underpins our economy, our communities, and our future.
Through the National Security Collaboration Center (NSCC) and the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII), the university leads one of the most comprehensive cyber and information ecosystems in the nation. The NSCC brings together government, industry, and academic partners to strengthen national security assets and protect critical systems. Meanwhile, the Department of Energy–supported CyManII advances research to safeguard U.S. manufacturing, improve energy efficiency, and inspire new solutions to secure supply chains. Together, these institutes collaborate to drive discoveries that influence policy, technology, and workforce readiness. By protecting what powers us, UT San Antonio is advancing innovation while cultivating the talent that will secure the nation’s future.
Making an impact for our students and our community
From creating opportunity for our graduates to building a robust healthcare network in South Texas, we play an essential role in the economic and medical well-being of the region—reflecting our dedication to impact that extends far beyond our campuses.
Impact
Powering San Antonio’s bioscience boom Opportunity starts here
UT San Antonio is a key engine for prosperity in South Texas.
Improving health outcomes, one graduate at a time
The powerful regional healthcare workforce that we’re building is transforming care across South Texas.
We’re proud of many achievements—especially creating more opportunity for our students.
Nowhere is that more evident than in San Antonio’s $44.1 billion health and bioscience sector, where UT San Antonio and its partners are driving research breakthroughs, launching startups and strengthening the talent pipeline that powers hospitals, labs and life science firms across the region.
Almost all healthcare professionals who graduate from UT San Antonio stay here, serving and making a difference right in our own communities—including 94% of School of Nursing graduates and 90% of School of Health Professions graduates. From hospitals to clinics in urban and rural areas, these highly trained health professionals are filling urgent healthcare workforce gaps, expanding access and driving better outcomes where it matters most.
Ranked in the top 16% of U.S. universities for driving student economic mobility, UT San Antonio empowers students from all backgrounds to climb higher through affordable education, hands-on learning and a deep commitment to student success. For tens of thousands of Roadrunners, this is where big dreams are shaped into lasting impact—not just for themselves, but for their families, communities and the future of Texas.
Society’s biggest challenges are our everyday work
Education is the greatest health initiative of all time
The principles that guide our university brand
Intellectual generosity expands opportunities
We focus our academics and research on heavy-hitting movers of society and culture, innovating to serve emerging population challenges, new economic paradigms and national interests in key areas. We elevate education as the foundation of human thriving— bridging the classroom, the lab, the clinic and the community—to create an enduring impact on social mobility, health and progress in Texas for generations to come.
Both access and excellence should be maximized
We think and act together— embracing reinvention, collaborating in unparalleled ways and solving big problems for our community at unprecedented speed.
Our community is a model for the future
We create the conditions for excellence to flourish in many areas and disciplines, unlocking meaningful, exponential opportunity for all.
We take pride in serving our community by co-creating a hub of service, discovery, innovation and translation that we all live together.
