The Graduate School at the University of Texas at San Antonio is committed to advancing academic excellence in graduate and postdoctoral education and training. It supports an environment for research, discovery and learning, scholarly activities, intellectual and creative endeavors, as well as public service and community engagement for current graduate students.
The G.R.A.D. Space offers various academic and professional services to develop graduate students into the best scholars and professionals while earning their degree.
We’re thrilled to kick off your journey with Graduate School Orientation! Explore essential resources, connect with new students, current students, and faculty and start building your graduate community.
Nov
2025
Hidden Curriculum: Navigating U.S. Graduate School as an International Master's StudentDuring this workshop, graduate students and postdocs will uncover the 'invisible' aspects of higher education—like networking, communicating with faculty, navigating academic resources and practicing professional etiquette.
Nov
2025
Doctoral Orientation: CandidacyDoctoral candidates will learn about CIRTL, RCR, ethics, forms, committees and more during this orientation.
Nov
2025
Professional and Career Development 3: Leveraging Adobe to Creative Visually Stimulating Content for Scientific Publications and BeyondTraining session for graduate students covering Adobe basic tools for academic success.
Dec
2025
CIRTL Monthly MeetingMonthly Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL) cohort discussion to share ongoing program details and upcoming courses for new and current members.
million in funding for graduate students
in excellence awards granted to students, staff and faculty
student travel awards distributed
micro-credential badges awarded
September 1, 2025
Welcome Back Message from Dean Trepal
May 29, 2025
Heather Trepal named vice provost and dean of the Graduate SchoolPublished by UTSA Today