The University Of Texas At San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio's published cost of attendance is $22,352. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $7,870, middle-income families pay around $9,172, and higher-income families pay approximately $20,489.

Azimuth ranks The University of Texas at San Antonio #179 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown.

The University of Texas at San Antonio participates in federal need-based aid programs, including Pell Grants and Direct Loans, alongside institutional aid. The institution's aid structure aims to close the gap between published cost and what families actually pay, though the affordability rank reflects both the headline sticker price and the debt load graduates carry.

Understanding how [net price and sticker price differ](/analysis/is-college-worth-it-part-1-the-net-price-illusion/) helps families budget realistically for enrollment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).

Graduates of The University of Texas at San Antonio earn median 4-year earnings of $60,333, placing The University of Texas at San Antonio in the 45.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $5,736 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 78.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions.

Azimuth ranks The University of Texas at San Antonio #651 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Program outcomes vary by major.

Psychology, General reports 532 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $49,048, ranked #172 nationally in its major. Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness reports 417 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $54,399, ranked #79 nationally in its major.

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management reports 356 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $88,585, ranked #11 nationally in its major. Business Administration, Management and Operations reports 345 graduates and median 4-year earnings of $65,018, ranked #181 nationally in its major.

The University of Texas At San Antonio's program mix is anchored in Business, reflecting the institution's liberal arts identity and focus on preparing students for careers in education, public service, and community engagement. The largest programs by enrollment are Psychology, General with 532 graduates, followed by Kinesiology with 417 graduates, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management with 356 graduates, Business Administration with 345 graduates, and Biology, General with 308 graduates.

Across 58 total programs, 43 meet Azimuth's ranking threshold, serving roughly 6,049 students annually. The institution's program portfolio reflects a concentration in fields aligned with social impact and community-centered careers.

Artificial Intelligence emerges as the highest-earning program, with graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $106,358, and represents a key strength within the broader social sciences family. This earnings profile, combined with the scale of enrollment across the top five programs, positions The University of Texas At San Antonio as an institution where students can pursue meaningful work in fields that directly serve communities while building sustainable career foundations.

The program-mix distribution—with Business representing 19%, Engineering at 7%, and Social Sciences at 5%—underscores The University of Texas At San Antonio's positioning as a social-sciences-focused institution. Many of these programs are pathways into education, nonprofit leadership, public administration, and social services, where four-year earnings reflect entry-level positions in fields with strong mission alignment but more modest initial compensation than technology or finance sectors.

The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides context for how these fields align with national labor-market trends and long-term career growth potential.