Year One Sciences
Program Description
Year One in Sciences will prepare you to enter a bachelor’s degree in the field of your choice at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Upon successful completion of this program and meeting university requirements for undergraduate admission, you may continue with your undergraduate studies at UTSA. Dedicated to changing and saving lives, the College of Sciences advances scientific literacy and equality in South Texas and beyond. Our academic departments are aligned with numerous research centers and institutes that allow both undergraduate and graduate students to help transform scientific discoveries into tangible, life-changing solutions. The UTSA College of Sciences offers Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in a variety of scientific disciplines that prepare students for success after graduation and throughout life. Students in the sciences have unparalleled opportunities to work directly with faculty who are conducting exciting research. Enthusiastic professors help students develop skills that prepare them to become scientific leaders for the next generation.
Degree Path Progression
Where will this degree path take me?
- B.S. in Biology
- B.S. in Microbiology and Immunology
- B.S. in Chemistry
- B.S. in Biochemistry
- B.A. in Chemistry
- B.S. in Computer Science
- B.A. in Computer Science with Teaching Track
- B.S. in Environmental Science
- B.A. in Environmental Studies
- B.S. in Multidisciplinary Science
- B.S. in Geology
- B.A. in Geology
- B.S. in Mathematics
- B.S. in General Mathematics Studies
- B.S. in Mathematics of Data and Computing
- B.S. in Physics
- B.A. in Physics
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Undergraduate Admission Requirements
New students must complete the application to the UTSA International Pathway and submit required documentation to be considered for admission.
HOW TO APPLY TO UNDERGRADUATE PATHWAY
- Apply online at ApplyTexas.org or CommonApp.org
- Complete the “International” application
- Pay $70 application fee.
- Submit official high school or secondary school transcripts/mark sheets (plus English translation if in another language; 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale).
- Submit English language proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements
1-Semester Pathway
- TOEFL iBT 71 or IELTS Band Score 6.0 (required in all sections) or Duolingo 90 or ITEP 3.7 or PTE 52 or Cambridge 171
2-Semester Pathway
- TOEFL iBT 61 or IELTS Band Score 6.0 or Duolingo 85 or ITEP 3.6 or PTE 45 or Cambridge 160
3-Semester Pathway
- TOEFL iBT 57 or IELTS 5.5 or Duolingo 80 or ITEP 3.5 or PTE 41 or Cambridge 149
Sample Course Maps - B.S. in Computer Science
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3-Semester Pathway |
Program Components 15 credit hours apply from pathway toward degree completion (B.S. in Computer Science) |
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Entry requirements
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Semester 1 | Progression Requirements
These courses are delivered through the UTSA English Language Center and are required to develop English proficiency |
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| Course Title | ELC hours Credit-bearing hours |
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| Reading for Academic Success I | 3 | ||
| Writing for Academic Success I | 3 | ||
| Academic Skills for Scholars I | 3 | ||
| MAT 1073 Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 | ||
| Total | 12 | ||
| Semester 2 | |||
| Course Title | ELC hours Credit-bearing hours |
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| Communication for Academic Discourse | 3 | ||
| Reading for Academic Success II | 3 | ||
| Student Success I | 3 | ||
| POL 1013 Introduction to American Politics | 3 | ||
| AIS 1203 Academic Introduction & Strategies | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
| Semester 3 | |||
| Course Title | ELC hours Credit-bearing hours |
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| Advanced Communication | 3 | ||
| Writing for Academic Success | 3 | ||
| Student Success II | 3 | ||
| WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I | 3 | ||
| POL 1133 Texas Politics and Society | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
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2-Semester Pathway |
Program Components 12 credit hours apply from pathway toward degree completion (B.S. in Computer Science) |
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Entry requirements
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Semester 1 | Progression Requirements
These courses are delivered through the UTSA English Language Center and are required to develop English proficiency |
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| Course Title | ELC hours Credit-bearing hours |
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| Communication for Academic Discourse | 3 | ||
| Reading for Academic Success II | 3 | ||
| Student Success I | 3 | ||
| MAT 1073 Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 | ||
| AIS 1203 Academic Introduction & Strategies | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
| Semester 2 | |||
| Course Title | ELC hours Credit-bearing hours |
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| Advanced Communication | 3 | ||
| Writing for Academic Success | 3 | ||
| Student Success II | 3 | ||
| WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I | 3 | ||
| POL 1013 Introduction to American Politics | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
| 1-Semester Pathway Course Map |
Program Components 6 credit hours apply from pathway toward degree completion (B.S. in Computer Science) |
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Entry requirements
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Semester 1 | Progression Requirements
These courses are delivered through the UTSA English Language Center and are required to develop English proficiency |
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| Course Title | ELC hours Credit-bearing hours |
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| Advanced Communication | 3 | ||
| Writing for Academic Success | 3 | ||
| Student Success II | 3 | ||
| WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I | 3 | ||
| MAT 1073 Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
Tuition & Fees
UTSA offers top-quality education and services at a competitive price. Click here to learn more about tuition and fees for Year One in Sciences.
Housing & Dining Options
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For incoming students, UTSA offers several distinct housing options that are available in either a residence hall or apartment style on both the Main and Downtown Campuses. Each housing option comes with plenty of space for storage, studying, sleeping and socializing.
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