Overview: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Founded in 1959, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio—commonly known as UT Health San Antonio—is a premier public, research-intensive academic health institution located in San Antonio, Texas, USA. As one of the leading health science universities in the region, it encompasses five schools, including medicine, nursing, dentistry, health professions, and graduate biomedical sciences. With an enrollment of over 3,500 students and more than 5,000 faculty and staff, UT Health San Antonio operates from its main campus and multiple affiliated clinical and research sites, serving as a hub for health education, research, and patient care throughout South Texas.
UT Health San Antonio is distinguished for its strengths in medicine, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing, and allied health professions. Signature programs include cancer research, neurosciences, aging, and regenerative medicine. The institution employs a collaborative and interdisciplinary educational model that emphasizes hands-on clinical training, translational research, and interprofessional team-based care. With over $360 million in annual research funding and globally recognized research institutes such as the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute and the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio consistently ranks among the top academic health centers in the United States. Extensive partnerships with leading hospitals and research institutions further amplify its global academic reach.
Campus life at UT Health San Antonio is enriched by a vibrant network of student-led organizations, professional interest groups, volunteer initiatives, and cultural associations. Students benefit from comprehensive support services, including counseling, academic advising, and career development programs designed for future healthcare professionals. The university celebrates diversity and inclusivity, welcoming students from across the globe and fostering a strong sense of belonging within its multicultural student body. Additional amenities include on-campus housing options, fitness centers, recreational sports, and access to arts and wellness activities, ensuring holistic student development beyond academics.
UT Health San Antonio’s mission is to make lives better through excellence in education, research, health care, and community engagement. The university is deeply committed to advancing innovation, promoting equity, and preparing leaders for a healthier, more equitable world.
