Rankings

How We Stand Apart San Antonio’s World Class University

UTSA’s profile in Texas and the nation is on the rise, with rankings that recognize our strengths and innovations within the higher education landscape.

  • 93rd

    Best university in the nation

    Washington Monthly (2024)

  • Top 25%

    Top public universities in America

    Niche (2025)

  • 40 Spots

    Increased rank among best national universities since 2023

    U.S. News & World Report (2025)

Top Rankings for Improving Lives

  • Top 12%

    in the nation for social mobility

    Wall Street Journal & College Pulse (2025)

  • #44

    in the nation for advancing social mobility

    U.S. News & World Report (2025)

  • #78

    in the U.S. for social impact

    Washington Monthly (2024)

Top Tier Education at an Affordable Cost

  • Top 10%

    Best bang for the buck - South

    Washington Monthly (2024)

  • Top 25%

    Best value in the nation

    Wall Street Journal & College Pulse (2025)

  • #22

    Best value colleges in Texas

    Niche (2025)

Committed to Academic Excellence & Innovation

  • Top 13%

    Best hispanic serving institutions in America

    Niche (2025)

  • #53

    Most innovative universities in the nation

    U.S. News & World Report (2025)

  • #178

    Top research universities in the nation

    Forbes (2025)

  • Top 35%

    National university research institutions

    Washington Monthly (2024)

  • #11

    Best college athletics in Texas

    Niche (2025)

  • #176

    Best undergraduate business program

    U.S. News & World Report (2025)

Rankings Sources

Visit these national annual ranking program pages for a more comprehensive look at UTSA’s standings.