Federal
Federal Pell Grant
Up to $7,395 a year (2026–27)
Who qualifies: undergraduates with financial need, based on the FAFSA. It never has to be repaid.
How: file the FAFSA.
Official rules →Paying for college · San Antonio, TX
How students pay for the University of Texas at San Antonio
Sticker price $24,626 a year. After grants, the average student pays $9,872, and what you pay depends on your family's income: anywhere from $7,302 to $20,648.
- 87%admitted
- 30,580undergraduates
- 52%graduate
- 60%get a grant from the school
Free tuition program
UT San Antonio Bold Promise
Who: Texas residents with family income up to $100,000 and financial need; first-time freshmen in the top 25% of their class who file the FAFSA and are admitted by January 15, or transfers with an associate degree and a 3.2 GPA admitted by May 1 What: Tuition and mandatory fees covered 100% for up to four years (two years for transfers), up to unmet need
Official details →What it costs, by family income
Average yearly net price for first-time, full-time students who received federal aid, paying in-state tuition. Tap your bracket.
Out-of-state tuition is $21,939 a year versus $9,019 for Texas residents, so non-residents usually pay far more than these figures.
Where the money comes from
Share of first-year students receiving each type of aid, and the average amount.
60%grant from University of Texas at San Antonioavg $4,892
49%Federal Pell Grantavg $5,401
42%state grantavg $5,234
44%federal student loanavg $4,992
Scholarships from University of Texas at San Antonio
Awards the school itself offers, as published on its own website (checked 2026-10-28). Amounts and deadlines change: confirm on the linked page.
- Distinguished Presidential Scholarship$500 to $6,000 a year by class rank and test score, up to $24,000 over four years
Fall freshmen admitted by January 15 who rank in the top 25% of their class; applicants without a test score go to committee review. Nonresidents with at least $1,000 also get a nonresident tuition waiver.
- Distinguished Transfer ScholarshipUp to $6,000 ($1,500 a semester for four semesters)
Admitted transfer students with at least 24 transferable credits and a 3.8 transfer GPA. Nonresidents with at least $1,000 also get a nonresident tuition waiver.
- Terry and Top Scholar scholarships
Incoming freshmen; details are on the UTSA scholarship site.
- General Scholarship Application (Scholarship Hub)Varies
Incoming freshmen, transfers and current students apply once to be matched to university, department and Honors College scholarships.
Priority FAFSA deadline: January 15, 2027 (new freshmen and continuing students, for Fall 2027).
Grants and scholarships you can apply for
State grant · Texas
TEXAS Grant
Set each year by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; your school's aid office shows the current amount
Who qualifies: Texas residents with financial need who enrol at a Texas public university within 16 months of graduating high school (or 12 months of an associate degree).
How: File the FAFSA or TASFA. Priority deadline: 15 January.
Official rules →State grants follow your home state, not the school's: check your own state's programs if you are coming from elsewhere.
Living in San Antonio
| Studio | $1,370/mo |
|---|---|
| One-bedroom | $1,490/mo |
| Two-bedroom, shared | $895/mo each |
HUD FY2027 Fair Market Rents, campus ZIP 78249. Campus housing is often cheaper in the first year.
Working while you study
$7.25/hour minimum wage in Texas
15 hours a week over a 30-week academic year ≈ $3,262 before tax. That covers about 4 months of a shared room.
Minimum wage: Texas follows the federal minimum wage. Ask the financial aid office whether you qualify for Federal Work-Study.
After graduation
$20,000median federal debt≈ $227/month over 10 years
$60,704median earnings10 years after enrolling
52%graduate within 6 yearsfirst-time students
Close the gap without another loan
Since July 2026 Parent PLUS loans are capped, so more families are left with a gap after aid. Students use My Study Fund to collect monthly support from family, friends and mentors: 20 people giving $25 a month is $6,000 a year, and you receive every dollar.
Questions students ask about paying for University of Texas at San Antonio
Does University of Texas at San Antonio offer free tuition?
Yes: UT San Antonio Bold Promise. Texas residents with family income up to $100,000 and financial need; first-time freshmen in the top 25% of their class who file the FAFSA and are admitted by January 15, or transfers with an associate degree and a 3.2 GPA admitted by May 1 Tuition and mandatory fees covered 100% for up to four years (two years for transfers), up to unmet need.
What scholarships does University of Texas at San Antonio offer?
Distinguished Presidential Scholarship ($500 to $6,000 a year by class rank and test score, up to $24,000 over four years); Distinguished Transfer Scholarship (Up to $6,000 ($1,500 a semester for four semesters)); Terry and Top Scholar scholarships (Not published on the pages read); General Scholarship Application (Scholarship Hub) (Varies). Details and deadlines are on the school's financial aid pages.
How much does University of Texas at San Antonio really cost after financial aid?
The average student who received aid paid $9,872 a year after grants and scholarships. By family income it ranges from $7,302 to $20,648. The full cost of attendance before aid is $24,626.
Does University of Texas at San Antonio give scholarships and grants?
Yes. 60% of first-year students received a grant from University of Texas at San Antonio itself, averaging $4,892. 49% received a Federal Pell Grant (average $5,401).
How much is rent near University of Texas at San Antonio?
HUD's FY2027 Fair Market Rent for the campus ZIP code (78249) is $1,490 a month for a one-bedroom and $1,790 for a two-bedroom, about $895 each when shared.
Can I work part-time while studying at University of Texas at San Antonio?
Yes. The minimum wage in Texas is $7.25 an hour; 15 hours a week over a 30-week academic year earns about $3,262 before tax.
How much debt do University of Texas at San Antonio graduates have?
The median federal debt at graduation is $20,000, about $227 a month on a 10-year plan. Median earnings ten years after enrolling are $60,704.
Sources
U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 10152026) and IPEDS (SFA2223 student financial aid, first-time full-time students); HUD FY2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents; state and federal program pages linked above, checked 2026-10-28. My Study Fund is not affiliated with The University of Texas at San Antonio. How these pages work.
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