Returning Student Admission Requirements are determined by each applicant’s academic history at UTSA.
Former UTSA students who have not been in attendance for longer than three semesters must re-apply for admission. Students in good standing who have not enrolled in classes for less than three semesters and have not attended another college or university since leaving UTSA may register for classes during the regular registration period.
Graduate Students: Returning graduate and doctoral students should visit the Graduate webpage for more information on reapplying.
Undergraduate Students: Below we have detailed the application process and our admissions counselors are standing by to help you.
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 UTSA: 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 UTSA Online.
- Please submit only one application per term.
- You are responsible for ensuring that all required documentation is received at UTSA by the application deadline (not postmarked).
- An admission decision cannot be processed until your admission file is complete (i.e. UTSA has received your application, fees, test scores, documentation, etc.)
- All documents in support of an application become the property of UTSA 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 UTSA.
All academically dismissed students must first submit their application (ApplyTexas, Common App, or UTSA Online – pick one!) before sending their Petition for Undergraduate Reinstatement and transcripts to UTSA. 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 UTSA | Students cannot attend UTSA 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 UTSA 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. |
|---|---|
| Academically dismissed 2 times from UTSA | Students cannot attend UTSA 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 UTSA and submit a Petition for Undergraduate Reinstatement by the appropriate deadline. |
| Academically dismissed 3+ times from UTSA | 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 UTSA.
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 UTSA, 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 UTSA 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 UTSA 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 UTSA and the essay. Click on each of the links and follow the prompts on the screen to answer the questions.
- Once UTSA receives your application, you will get an email from “UTSA One Stop”. Be sure to complete the rest of the steps in the admission process to have a “complete” admission file.
Common App
UTSA 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 UTSA applicant.
- Add Program Tab: Once your account is created, go to the “Add Programs” tab, search and filter for “UTSA”, then under the header “The University of Texas at San Antonio – UTSA”, 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”. UTSA-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 UTSA.
- Once UTSA receives your application, you will get an email from “UTSA 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 UTSA is $70. 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 UTSA 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
Returning applicants must request transcripts from each of the colleges the student has attended since last enrolling at UTSA. These should match the same colleges you listed on the admission application. Please note each institution will have its own transcript request process.
Faxed, scanned or photocopied transcripts will not be accepted or acknowledged. All transcripts must be received by the UTSA Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the application deadline (not postmarked). You can check your admission checklist when you receive your myUTSA ID to see what items we require to complete your admission file.
Electronic Transcripts
UTSA prefers transcripts to be received electronically through SPEEDE. Electronic Parchment, E-Script PDF, and Naviance transcripts can be sent to apply@utsa.edu from the electronic delivery service or institution. Please note emails with transcripts received directly from students will not be accepted.
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 Undergraduate Admissions
One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249.
Evaluation of Foreign Credentials
Any applicants, including non-U.S. citizens (International), U.S. Citizens, and permanent residents, who have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions are required to submit transcripts along with a mandatory evaluation of the transcripts from Foreign Credential Services of America (FCSA), but you can submit a credential evaluation from any evaluators on the NACES website. UTSA accepts credit only from recognized accredited academic institutions. An approved evaluation requires a detailed course-by-course evaluation. Foreign credential evaluations must be received by the application deadline for your application to be processed.
Foreign Transcripts
International transcripts must be recorded in English or officially translated to English. Transcripts in the original language must accompany all translated documents.
Military Transcripts
Submission of military transcripts is not required for admission. However, applicants can submit their military transcripts to review for UTSA elective credit eligibility. As a Serviceman’s Opportunity College (SOC) institution, UTSA 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 UTSA. Official Joint Services Transcripts can be requested online at https://jst.doded.mil/.
Submit Petition for Reinstatement
If you’ve been academically dismissed from UTSA, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2025 | Open | Open |
| Fall 2025 | Open | Open |
| Spring 2026 | Now Open | Opens August 2025 |
| Summer 2026 | Opens August 2025 | Opens August 2025 |
| Fall 2026 | Opens August 2025 | Opens August 2025 |
Admissions Deadline
Returning admission deadlines vary based on the academic standing you had when you last enrolled at UTSA. 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 UTSA 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 UTSA for the semester to which they applied. Students who are in good standing and interested in fully online programs should follow UTSA Online deadlines.
| Term | Academic Good Standing Deadline | Academically Dismissed Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 | June 15 |
| Spring | November 15 to submit application December 2 to submit missing documents |
October 15 |
| Summer | May 1 | March 15 |
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 UTSA once it is submitted.
Once UTSA receives your application, you will receive an email to the email address on your admission application from our One Stop Enrollment Center (UTSA 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 UTSA. You will not receive another email to claim your account.
If you need to reset your passphrase, you can do so at the UTSA Passphrase Portal. If you run into any issues with resetting your passphrase, check out the FAQ or contact UTSA 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 UTSA, 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!
UTSA Scholarship Hub
With your myUTSA ID and passphrase, you can now access the UTSA 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 UTSA 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 UTSA offices.
ReUP Education
UTSA has partnered with ReUp Education to help students who have not finished their education at UTSA to return and attain their UTSA degree. ReUp offers individualized, one-on-one support to assist students at every step, from navigating the UTSA 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 UTSA and successfully complete their degree.
