Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of Texas at San Antonio.
The University of Texas at San Antonio offers a range of on-campus and affiliated housing options for students at all class levels. Priority is given to incoming freshmen, with additional options available for upperclassmen and graduate students.
Application Process: Students apply for housing through the UTSA Housing portal. A housing deposit is required to secure an assignment. Assignments are made on a rolling basis, so applying early is strongly encouraged.
Freshman Requirement: First-year students are encouraged to live on campus, with Chaparral Village and Alvarez Hall designated as the primary freshman communities.
Meal Plans: Students living in traditional residence halls are required to have a meal plan. University Oaks and Laurel Village apartment residents have kitchen access and optional meal plan enrollment.
Living-Learning Communities: UTSA offers themed living-learning communities for students interested in connecting their residential experience with academic and professional development goals.
San Antonio, Texas, Texas
public
34,000 total students
9 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaparral Village | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Alvarez Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Laurel Village | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Roadrunner Village | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming |
| University Oaks | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Baxter Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Blanco Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Chisholm Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Guadalupe Hall | — | — | — | 0 |
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