Campus Resources

As a resource to UTSA's undocumented students, the following offices/individuals have been identified as points of contact to assist with questions related to residency, financial aid, counseling, admissions and more. Students needing further assistance can contact the Student Assistant Services at 210-458-4985 or email studentombuds@utsa.edu.

In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), UTSA does not release the personal information of its students, outside of public directory information.

Dreamer Council

ACADEMIC ADVISING 

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UTSA Academic Advising's mission is to support the holistic development of all students by cultivating trusting and collaborative relationships. Undocumented undergraduate students who need academic advising assistance can contact Advising@utsa.edu to get connected with academic advising.  

 

ADMISSIONS & RECRUITMENT

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We can provide assistance to Dreamers seeking to complete an application for UTSA.  

 

CAMPUS SAFETY

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The UTSA Police Department’s goal is to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students, faculty, staff and visitors, regardless of immigration status. We will not routinely ask for anyone’s immigration status while conducting our normal police duties. 

Captain Thomas Calucci | University Police | thomas.calucci@utsa.edu | 210-458-4421 
Emergency | 210-458-4911 

CAREER SERVICES

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The University Career Center is dedicated to helping Dreamers in their career development process, assisting with the process of finding, applying and connecting with opportunities of which they are eligible. 

 

WELLBEING SERVICES

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Wellbeing Services welcomes students with immigration status concerns.  Students can access counselors in a safe, supportive and confidential space. Please know that Wellbeing Services is willing to assist you at any time during the normal work day, or in an emergency, you can access an on-call clinician after hours. 

MULTICULTURAL STUDENT CENTER

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The Multicultural Student Center is committed to creating a campus community where students feel celebrated and valued. The Center supports students in gaining skills to compassionately engage in dialogue across differences to build deeper understanding that leads to the courage to learn and grow together. 

Dr. Brandi Scott | Director of the Multicultural Student Center  | brandi.scott@utsa.edu | 210-458-7968 

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

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Students who have been classified as Texas residents for tuition purposes may also be eligible to received state financial aid. Additionally, undocumented students may be eligible for certain scholarships. 

Alejandra Gonzalez | Associate Director Financial Aid & Scholarships | Alejandra.Gonzalez@utsa.edu 

GRADUATE STUDENTS

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Dreamer graduate and doctoral students may be eligible for an in-state tuition waiver. Dreamer graduate students in need of academic assistance can contact Graduate.School@utsa.edu.  

 

GLOBAL INITIATIVES

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International UTSA students who are attending on non-immigrant visas can contact International Student Services (ISS) regarding immigration questions or concerns. While ISS does not provide legal services, ISS is able to provide specific immigration resources and answer general immigration questions related to student visas (ex: F-1 or J-1). 

Global Initiatives | 210-458-7202 | International.Services@utsa.edu 

 

TUITION / RESIDENCY

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Dreamers may be eligible to pay resident (in-state) tuition; please contact residency@utsa.edu or go to http://www.utsa.edu/registrar/residency/ for more information. 

 

 

FIRST GENERATION & TRANSFER STUDENT PROGRAM

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The First-Gen & Transfer Student Program is committed to supporting students that identify as a first-generation or transfer student as they pursue their undergraduate degree. The center is focused on ensuring that students make the most out of their university experience through mentorship, student success activities and community building.

 

FOSTERING FUTURES PROGRAM

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We are dedicated to empowering Roadrunners with a history of foster care. Provide supportive services to eligible students to ensure academic success.

Emily Marcotte| Associate Director, Foster Care Initiatives | emily.marcotte@utsa.edu | 210-458-6958  

TRANSFER & TRANSITION STUDENT SUCCESS SERVICES

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Transfer and Transition Student Success Services is here to empower, support and assist transfer students before, during, and after their transfer to the university by providing timely, accurate information and a seamless transition.

Barbara Smith | Senior Director | barbara.smith@utsa.edu | 210-458-5586 

STUDENT CONDUCT AND COMMUNITY STANDARDS

 

Student Conduct and Community Standards supports Dreamer students by answering questions regarding the student conduct process, and aiding student learning and development. 

 

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