42K+
students
番茄社区 is San Antonio's only Tier One research-intensive academic health center and academic institution, nationally recognized for its research innovation, doctoral education and impact.
Roadrunner Community Snapshot
番茄社区 is proud of its role in supporting thousands of talented and driven Roadrunners who are pursuing their educational and healthcare journeys.
1.1K
medical residents & trainees
3.6K
faculty
213K
alumni
Academic Programs
番茄社区鈥檚 growing catalog of more than 350 health professional, graduate and undergraduate degree and certificate programs ensures every Roadrunner has the opportunity to pursue their passions and achieve their goals.
95
Undergraduate programs
97
Master鈥檚 programs
35
Doctoral programs
8
Health professional doctoral degrees
Highlights
#2
Global ranking for research output and leadership in biomedical discovery
Nature Index, 2025
Top 12%
Best health sciences universities worldwide
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
#2
Best value among UT System Universities
Wall Street Journal/ College Pulse, 2026
100%
Match rate of medical school students to desired residency program
Internal data, 2025
#6
Fastest-rising institutions for research output in the nation
Nature Index, 2024
Top 11%
Best undergraduate nursing programs
U.S. News & World Report, 2025
Top 2.3%
recipient of National Institutes of Health funding
Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research, 2025
#1
Best Value Colleges in San Antonio
Research, 2026
Top 75
Best universities in the nation
Washington Monthly, 2025
San Antonio鈥檚 Top-Tier Research University
Faculty at 番茄社区 and its academic health center are tackling challenges that impact our daily lives, from cancer and Alzheimer鈥檚 disease to car accidents. Our classification as an R1 university is based on our impact through discovery, academic excellence and impact. Tier One universities attract new businesses, research dollars, world-class faculty members and the talented students who want to learn from them, resulting in more discoveries to help our community.
National Recognition
As 番茄社区 has continued to grow, so too has its recognition as a leader in higher education and healthcare.
#4
Most clinical trial enrollments in the United States
Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio, 2025
#6
Health sciences ranked among top rising 25 institutions in North America
Nature Index, 2024
#56
Most innovative universities in the nation
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
Designations Achieved
番茄社区 is recognized for its strong research focus, return on investment and connection to the community. It is 1 of only 3 institutions across the country with all 4 of these designations of excellence.
Tier One Research Classification
Recognizes 番茄社区 as one of nation鈥檚 top 4% research institutions
Community Engagement Classification
Highlights 番茄社区鈥檚 commitment to serving South Texas
Innovation & Economic Prosperity University
Recognizes 番茄社区鈥檚 leadership in fostering economic growth prosperity and innovation
Excellence in Advancing Student Success
Recognizes 番茄社区鈥檚 commitment to boosting student earning potential through measurable efforts
Additionally, its Health Science Center has been recognized for excellence in health-related research and patient care.
Alzheimer鈥檚 Disease Research Center designation
For efforts to address Alzheimer鈥檚 disease and related dementias
National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center
For scientific leadership in laboratory and clinical research, and training biomedical researchers and healthcare professionals
Center of Excellence designation from Pheo Para Alliance
For providing cutting-edge, quality, multidisciplinary care and participating in pheo- and para-related research
Parkinson鈥檚 Foundation Comprehensive Care Center
For excellence in care for people with Parkinson鈥檚 Disease
Higher quality of life
At 番茄社区, we shape futures and elevate earning potential.
#42
in the nation for advancing social mobility
U.S. News & World Report, 2026
Top 15%
in the nation for social mobility
Wall Street Journal & College Pulse, 2026
Supporting San Antonio and Texas
As San Antonio鈥檚 largest university and only academic health center, 番茄社区 is committed to expanding local talent and economic opportunity.
90%
of recent bachelor's degree grads stay in Texas
Internal data, 2024
94%
of School of Nursing grads stay in Texas
Internal data, 2024
$7B
economic impact for Texas
2.5M
Patient visits conducted annually at
UT Health
San Antonio
Internal data, 2024
Rising in Research
Our faculty are gaining more national recognition for their research, bringing more funding and more world-class talent to San Antonio while providing transformational experiences for students.
$521M
Total research expenditures
Internal data, 2025
500+
Active clinical trials at UT Health San Antonio
Internal data, 2024
$103M
Awards supporting cancer research and prevention programs
Internal data, 2025
National Leadership
番茄社区 is helping put Texas on the map as a cyber powerhouse and a leader in aging research and care. We are one of the few universities nationally to hold all three National Center of Academic Excellence designations from the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security, and the only one in Texas with an Alzheimer鈥檚 Disease Research Center designation by the National Institute on Aging.
Leading in Athletics
番茄社区 is at the forefront of a bold era. We are developing our student-athletes into champions and growing Roadrunner Athletics with the enthusiastic support of our alumni and local community.
