Welcome Graduate Roadrunners!
You are about to embark on an exciting journey of self-improvement, professional growth and academic excellence.
We are excited to join you on this journey beginning with Graduate School Orientation (GSO). Join us for a unique opportunity to network with fellow new students and current students and faculty.
Master's Student Orientation
Fall 2025
Fall 2025 New Master’s Student Orientation:
Aug. 19, 2025 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Future Orientations
Spring 2025 Orientation date coming soon.
Doctoral Orientations
New Students
Welcome to UTSA! We are excited to share the Graduate School resources we offer during your doctoral journey! The new doctoral student orientation will be done in two separate parts. Attendance is required at both orientation sessions. A virtual option will be available following the completion of the in-person orientation.
Fall 2025
August 19, 2025
2 - 4 p.m. | H-E-B Student Union Ballroom
Launch Orientation
October 15, 2025
3:30 - 5 p.m. | Student Union 2.01.28 - Denman
Continuing Students
Greetings current Roadrunners! During your program of study, the Graduate School will offer orientation sessions to discuss two pivotal milestones of your doctoral journey: Candidacy and Dissertation Completion. Attendance is required at both orientation sessions depending on your stage of the program. Communication will be sent to your university email address.
Dissertation Orientation
September 24, 2025
4 - 5 p.m. | H-E-B Student Union 1.102- Bexar Room
Candidacy Orientation
November 12, 2025
3:30 - 5 p.m. | Student Union 2.01.24 - Mesquite Room
