Your Goals, Our Support, Hello Comeback
Your educational journey has a place to continue and flourish. UT San Antonio offers flexible programs, experienced advisors, and comprehensive support designed to fit your life while reigniting your academic ambition with quality education. Ready to return and complete your goals? This page will lead you through all the details you need to know about applying as a returning student to The University of Texas at San Antonio.
Who is a returning student? A returning student is a former UT San Antonio students who have not stopped attending classes. The process to return is determined by each applicant’s academic history at UT San Antonio:
- Non-attendance for three semesters: Former students who have not been in attendance for longer than three semesters must re-apply for admission. For returning undergraduate students, review the information on this page below. Former graduate and doctoral students should visit the Graduate webpage for more information on reapplying.
- Non-attendance for less than three semesters: Students in good standing who have not enrolled in classes for less than three semesters and have not attended another college or university may simply register for classes during the regular registration period. If the student has attended another college or university, please submit those transcripts to the admissions office.
Before you Apply
Before you get started, take note of these important details:
- Review your academic standing on your myUTSA Account. If you were previously dismissed, refer to the dismissal chart below to ensure you’ve sat out the required amount of time and adhere to the correct deadline. More information can be found below. Note: if you’ve been dismissed three times, please do not submit an application.
- There are two ways to apply to UT San Antonio: ApplyTexas and Common App. Pick one! Please do not submit an application on both platforms. Students interested in a fully online degree program should apply through UT San Antonio Online.
- Please submit only one application per term.
- You are responsible for ensuring that all required documentation is received at UT San Antonio by the application deadline (not postmarked).
- An admission decision cannot be processed until your admission file is complete (i.e. UT San Antonio has received your application, fees, test scores, documentation, etc.)
- All documents in support of an application become the property of UT San Antonio and cannot be returned.
- Offers of admission are valid only for the term indicated in the admittance letter.
Students meet guaranteed readmission requirements if they have at least a cumulative C average (2.00 GPA on a 4.0 scale) in all college hours attempted since last enrolled at UT San Antonio.
All academically dismissed students must first submit their application (ApplyTexas, Common App, or UT San Antonio Online – pick one!) before sending their Petition for Undergraduate Reinstatement and transcripts to UT San Antonio. The academic college will render the petition decision. The Office of Admissions does not set the admission requirements for those petitioning for reinstatement.
Check out our Petition for Reinstatement Guide for further details on completing your petition.
| Academically dismissed once from UT San Antonio | Students cannot attend UT San Antonio for one full academic semester immediately following dismissal. Students must have at least a cumulative C average (2.00 GPA on a 4.0 scale) in all college hours attempted since last enrolled at UT San Antonio and submit a Petition for Undergraduate Reinstatement by the appropriate deadline.
Note: If you’re applying after academic dismissal, you might be deferred for receipt of those grades. The Work in Progress transcript with final grades MUST be received by the appropriate Deferred Deadline. |
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| Academically dismissed 2 times from UT San Antonio | Students cannot attend UT San Antonio for one full academic year (summer included) immediately following dismissal. Students must have at least a cumulative C average (2.00 GPA on a 4.0 scale) in all college hours attempted since last enrolled at UT San Antonio and submit a Petition for Undergraduate Reinstatement by the appropriate deadline. |
| Academically dismissed 3+ times from UT San Antonio | Students who have been dismissed three or more times are ineligible to petition for reinstatement. |
How to Apply
Follow the steps below on how to re-apply to UT San Antonio.
Returning Admission Requirements
Review your academic standing and determine the requirements listed in the section above.
When determining the cumulative grade point average for readmission, we will consider all coursework attempted since leaving UT San Antonio, this includes repeated courses. Students must also be eligible to return to their most recent institution.
Certain majors have additional requirements to be admitted directly into the academic program. Review our major pages to see if there are any additional requirements. Students who are admitted to the university are not guaranteed admission to a specific academic program.
Submit Admission Application
Submit an application either through ApplyTexas or Common App. Please submit only one application per term. Students interested in a fully online degree program should apply through UT San Antonio Online.
ApplyTexas
ApplyTexas is the Texas public university application platform that allows you to apply to multiple Texas public universities through one portal.
- Create an account on ApplyTexas. You will be assigned a login and password. Keep these for your records.
- Edit and complete your ApplyTexas Profile and screener questions. Your responses help determine which application type(s) you should use. If you’ve already completed your profile, you can go to the next step.
- Complete your Core Questions.
- Once you have completed your core questions, search for “University of Texas at San Antonio” using the school search function. Start a new application to UT San Antonio by clicking the application option for “Returning Student” with your intended semester start term.
- Select “Start your Application”.
- Select your first choice major.
- Answer all school-required questions specific to UT San Antonio and the essay. Click on each of the links and follow the prompts on the screen to answer the questions.
- Once UT San Antonio receives your application, you will get an email from “UT San Antonio One Stop”. Be sure to complete the rest of the steps in the admission process to have a “complete” admission file.
Common App
UT San Antonio is also available on the Common App, a national application platform that allows students to apply to multiple participating universities across the United States through one portal.
- Create an account on Common App for “Common App for transfer.” You will create your log–in and password. Keep these for your records. When filling out the application, please select the student status for “Readmit” to designate that you are a returning UT San Antonio applicant.
- Add Program Tab: Once your account is created, go to the “Add Programs” tab, search and filter for “UT San Antonio”, then under the header “The University of Texas at San Antonio – UT San Antonio”, click on “+” next to the term you are seeking admission (ex: Undergraduate Fall 2024).
- My Application Tab: Complete all questions under each tile “Program Information”, “Academic History”, “Supporting Information”, and “Program Materials”. UT San Antonio-specific questions will be found under “Program Materials”. Follow the prompts on the screen to answer the questions.
- Submit Application Tab: When you have completed all information, go to the “Submit Application” tab to submit your application to UT San Antonio.
- Once UT San Antonio receives your application, you will get an email from “UT San Antonio One Stop”. Be sure to complete the rest of the steps in the admission process to have a “complete” admission file.
Pay Application Fee
The application fee for UT San Antonio is $75. It is a non-refundable fee.
Pay Fee Online
You can pay your fee when applying or after you submit your application through the myUTSA Admissions portal. After we receive your application, you will get an email from UT San Antonio to activate your myUTSA Account which will allow you to log in to your myUTSA Admissions portal. Once logged in, find your application under “My Admission Applications.” Click on the orange “Pay Application Fee” button. Select your payment method and follow the instructions. Once you’ve made your payment, be sure to select the “Return to myUTSA Admissions” button to return to the portal. Selecting the “Return to myUTSA Admissions” button is crucial for completing your submission successfully.
Pay Fee by Check or Money Order
If you prefer to pay via check or money order, you can make it out to “The University of Texas at San Antonio”. Please include applicant’s full name and date of birth so the payment matches the correct application. It can be mailed to the following address:
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
One UTSA Circle
San Antonio, Texas 7824
Request & Submit Transcripts
All transcripts and documents must be received by the admission deadline (not postmarked) for your application to be processed. Please note that processing times from the institution or agency sending your documents may take several weeks so students should plan accordingly to meet admission deadlines.
College Transcripts
Applicants must request transcripts from each of the colleges the student has attended. These should match the same colleges you listed on the admission application. Please note each institution will have its own transcript request process. Transcripts can be sent to UT San Antonio either electronically or a sealed copy can be mailed. Faxed, scanned or photocopied transcripts will not be accepted or acknowledged.
- Electronic Transcripts - UT San Antonio prefers transcripts to be received electronically through SPEEDE. Electronic Parchment, E-Script PDF, and Naviance transcripts can be sent to [email protected]. Official transcripts must be sent from the electronic delivery service or institution. We will not accept official transcripts emailed or sent directly from the student.
- Sealed Paper Transcripts - If your institution prefers mailing transcripts, seal copies of your official transcript can be mailed to
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Office of Admissions
One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249
Evaluation of Foreign Credentials
Any applicants who have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions are required to submit a detailed course-by-course credential evaluation along with transcripts. This includes U.S. Citizens, non-U.S. citizens (International), and permanent residents. Summaries will not be accepted. UT San Antonio accepts credit only from recognized accredited academic institutions. If you are submitting a foreign transcript, please see the section below. UT San Antonio will accept the following foreign credit evaluations.
- The preferred agency is Foreign Credential Services of America (FCSA). On the FCSA website, go to "Apply" and then select "University Admissions" as the purpose. Then select "UTSA" and complete the PDF form and follow the instructions on their webpage on where to submit. FCSA will then submit your evaluation to UT San Antonio after your application is processed by them.
- You can also submit a credential evaluation from any evaluators on the NACES website. Follow the instructions from the evaluator's website and be sure to designate UTSA as the recipient. The evaluator can send undergraduate transcripts to [email protected].
Foreign Transcripts
International transcripts must be recorded in English or officially translated to English. We need both the official transcript in the original language; as well as, the translation of the transcript in english.
Military Transcripts
Submission of military transcripts is not required for admission. However, applicants can submit their military transcripts to review for UT San Antonio elective credit eligibility. As a Serviceman’s Opportunity College (SOC) institution, UT San Antonio awards credit on a limited basis for military coursework. In order for credit to be awarded, a student should submit an official Army/American Council on Education Registry Transcript System (AARTS) or an official Sailor/Marine/Ace Registry Transcript (SMART) listing all military coursework completed to UT San Antonio. Official Joint Services Transcripts can be requested online at https://jst.doded.mil/.
Submit Petition for Reinstatement
If you’ve been academically dismissed from UT San Antonio, you must submit a Petition for Undergraduate Reinstatement by the appropriate deadline. This form can be submitted through the Document Uploader after you’ve submitted your application.
When to Apply
| Term | ApplyTX | Common App |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Closed | Closed |
| Summer 2026 | Open | Open |
| Fall 2026 | Open | Open |
| Spring 2027 | Open | Opens August 2026 |
| Summer 2027 | Opens August 2026 | Opens August 2026 |
| Fall 2027 | Opens August 2026 | Opens August 2026 |
Admissions Deadline
Returning admission deadlines vary based on the academic standing you had when you last enrolled at UT San Antonio. All required documents, transcripts, fees, and test scores must be on file by 5:00 p.m. CT on the date of the deadline. Deadlines that fall on a weekend or UT San Antonio holiday will be extended until 5:00 p.m. CT the following business day. Applicants whose files are not completed by the final deadline will not be considered for admission to UT San Antonio for the semester to which they applied. Students who are in good standing and interested in fully online programs should follow UT San Antonio Online deadlines.
| Term | Academic Good Standing Deadline | Academically Dismissed Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 to submit application July 15 to submit documents |
June 1 to submit application June 15 to submit documents |
| Spring | November 15 to submit application December 1 to submit documents |
October 1 to submit application October 15 to submit documents |
| Summer | May 1 to submit application May 15 to submit documents |
March 1 to submit application March 15 to submit documents |
After you Apply
Check Your Email
Once you submit your application, it can take up to two business days for the application to be received by UT San Antonio once it is submitted.
Once UT San Antonio receives your application, you will receive an email to the email address on your admission application from our One Stop Enrollment Center (UT San Antonio One Stop) confirming the receipt of your application.
Reset Your Passphrase (if needed)
As a returning student, you received your myUTSA ID and account activation email when you initially applied to UT San Antonio. You will not receive another email to claim your account.
If you need to reset your passphrase, you can do so at the UT San Antonio Passphrase Portal. If you run into any issues with resetting your passphrase, check out the FAQ or contact UT San Antonio Tech Cafe at 1-210-458-5555 for assistance.
Check Your Admission Status
Once you have your myUTSA ID, you can log into your myUTSA Admissions portal to check your admission status. Once logged in, you will find your application under “My Admission Applications” section. There you’ll be able to review your admissions status. If you click on the orange “Review Details & Checklist” at the bottom of the tile, you can see if your missing any application items. If you’re admitted to UT San Antonio, you’ll see additional information such as your Rowdy Ready Checklist and your Academic Standing.
Apply for Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financial Aid
The financial aid priority deadline for readmitted students is May 1 for Fall and November 1 for Spring. Submit your FAFSA or TASFA to reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Even if you don’t think you will qualify for federal aid, we recommend all students submit a FAFSA. If you are not a US citizen, but eligible for Texas aid, submit the TASFA. Both FAFSA/TASFA are free, fairly quick to complete, and can help factor into additional items like grants and scholarship opportunities. If you need any help, reach out to your admission counselor!
UT San Antonio Scholarship Hub
With your myUTSA ID and passphrase, you can now access the UT San Antonio Scholarship HUB, which is a single-source platform for students to find various scholarship opportunities available to apply to, including the Scholarship Hub’s General Application. The general application will instantly put you in the pool of scholarships that are managed by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. The priority deadline for the General Scholarship Application is January 15 each year. After you submit the Scholarship Hub’s General Application, we encourage you to continuously return back to the Scholarship Hub to check for additional scholarship opportunities provided by other UT San Antonio offices.
ReUP Education
UT San Antonio has partnered with ReUp Education to help students who have not finished their education at UT San Antonio to return and attain their UT San Antonio degree. ReUp offers individualized, one-on-one support to assist students at every step, from navigating the re-enrollment process to providing ongoing academic coaching and encouragement through graduation. Our goal for this partnership is to ensure that students receive the necessary support to return to UT San Antonio and successfully complete their degree.
