Coordinated Admissions Program (CAP)
The Coordinated Admission Program (CAP) is an enrollment pathway offered to Texas resident high school graduates applying for freshman admission to the University of Texas at Austin. You’ll begin your studies at another UT System university for your freshman year, then upon successful completion of the CAP requirements, you are guaranteed transfer admission to UT Austin’s College of Liberal Arts. Keep in mind that specific majors are not guaranteed, but you are allowed to compete for admission to majors in colleges outside of Liberal Arts, with the exception of the School of Architecture.
For more information on eligibility, please see UT Austin’s CAP Admissions Page .
CAP Program Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours at UT San Antonio.
- Enroll only in courses listed on the approved CAP course list .
- Complete at least one math course other than College Algebra (MAT 1073).
- Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.
- Earn a grade of C- or better in all coursework.
- Begin coursework during the summer semester.
Additional Program Guidelines
- UT San Antonio will send your final transcript to UT Austin on your behalf. No separate request is needed.
- Arrange to have all dual credit transcripts sent to both UT San Antonio and UT Austin.
- Successful completion of CAP guarantees admission to the College of Liberal Arts, but does not guarantee admission to any specific major.
- Economics and Psychology are considered competitive majors within CoLA.
- The majors Nursing and Architecture are not viable options for CAP students.
- The UT San Antonio Repeat and Replace Policy does not apply to transfer GPA calculations.
- NCB paired courses required for students who have not met TSI requirements do not count towards the 30-hour CAP requirement.
- Any AP or dual credits will not count towards the 30 hours of coursework that will be completed during your time here.
- Students may NOT exceed 11 hours during the fall semester.
- Major changes are not permitted while participating in CAP.
- CAP at UTSA is not intended to be completed fully online, as many courses transition to in-person for the fall and spring terms.
- If you plan to use federal financial aid and have earned 20 or more credit hours through AP, dual credit, or IB, please speak with your assigned academic advisor to determine whether CAP is the right fit for you.
Transitioning to UT Austin Key Dates
Coordinated Admissions Program (CAP) Resources
CAP Course List
View the pre-approved list of core curriculum courses you can choose from during your time in the CAP program at UT San Antonio
ALEKS Placement
Incoming students may need to enroll in higher-level prerequisite courses for math or chemistry during their first few semesters at UT San Antonio. One way to place into these courses is by taking an ALEKS Placement assessment (Assessment and LEarning in Knowledge Spaces)
Tutoring
Personalized one-on-one, group, or online sessions to help students improve their understanding of course material and enhance their study skills
Student Success Coaching
A free service that academically supports students by supporting the whole student. Success Coaches work one-on-one with students to learn their goals, understanding their obstacles, and light their way toward academic and personal growth for richer, more fulfilling college experience
UTSA Clubs & Organizations
Make the most of your UT San Antonio experience by joining clubs and organizations that connect you with like-minded Roadrunners. With options in leadership, service, academics, and more, you will develop skills, get a jumpstart on your career, and even make lifelong friends along the way
Career Services
Great resources for career information/exploration, and access to Career Services consultants to guide the process
Mental Health Support
Wellness 360 on campus counselors and aid
UT Austin Undergraduate Majors
Majors offered at UT Austin to aid in your major selection
