University of Texas San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is redefining higher education as a next-generation Hispanic-thriving university where students from all backgrounds can excel.

With a focus on student success and research excellence, UTSA is serving as a model for the urban-serving public universities of the future. Through the transformational learning experiences that we provide, UTSA is creating bold futures for our students, the citizens of San Antonio and beyond.

History & Traditions:

A big part of college is the lifelong memories you'll create and the experiences that unite you with alumni around the world. UTSA's traditions help to tell our story and are interwoven into the fabric of the university.

• Rowdy the Roadrunner: Rowdy, UTSA's mascot since 1977, represents the spirit and excitement of the Roadrunner community.

• Birds Up! Hand Sign: A symbol of UTSA pride commonly seen at athletic events, graduations, and other celebrations, this gesture forms a roadrunner's head and tail.

• The Fountain of Luck: One of the most recognizable landmarks at UTSA, the Sombrilla Fountain brings both good and bad luck depending on when you touch it.

Future-focused higher education:

As the largest university in San Antonio, UTSA is rising to new heights as one of approximately 20 universities nationwide that are designated as Hispanic Serving Institutions and hold a prestigious Tier One classification for research excellence.

Founded 1969:

• Our Past: UTSA has a unique and rich history that is shared by Roadrunners of all ages
• Our Present: UTSA is guided by a commitment to our students and community
• Your Future: UTSA is going boldly into the future, growing our student body and campuses

UTSA at a glance:

• Tier One research university
• 35k total students attending UTSA
• 43% first generation undergraduate students
• 151K+ Roadrunner alumni around the world

The University of Texas at San Antonio, a Hispanic Serving Institution situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to promoting access for all. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.

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