Top Scholars live and learn in a community of scholars.
“I have made friends through Top Scholar who push me to be a better leader and a better person, and for that, I am extremely grateful.” – Emily Nguyen, Class of 2025
“As a Top Scholar, you immediately gain a sense of community amongst your cohort and the other scholars.” – Jose Morales Jr., Class of 2026
“I love being able to work with a community who is just as passionate as me. Everyone’s got their own ‘thing’, and Top Scholar embraces that.” – Jasbeth Medrano, Class of 2026
Learn the basics about the UTSA Top Scholar program.
Current UTSA Top Scholars share how the program is changing their lives for the better and making a lasting impact.
Hear from our Top and Terry Scholars about support and opportunities specially made for Scholars in the Honors College at UTSA.
See campus through the eyes of Top Scholars, including a tour of the residence hall and key spots on campus.
Drop in for a conversation between Dr. Doug Frantz and Top Scholar Alumni Sara Dibrell and current Top Scholars Christian Strong and Tejas Narayanan.
Learn about faculty mentoring and the special connections which happen in research labs with Top Scholars at UTSA.
Knowledge, Leadership, and Service. Find out how the UTSA Top Scholar program supports scholars to grow academically, professionally, and personally in these areas.
UTSA Top Scholars are more than meets the eye. Check out these interesting factoids about our current scholars.
This short tip sheet has answers to questions about selection events and the program.
The UTSA Top Scholar Handbook contains all the mandatory musts that Top Scholars need once they join the program. Find a sample contract, information on how program funding works, hours and GPA requirements, reporting requirements, scholar expectations, and all the nitty-gritty details.
Top Scholar Eligibility
You may apply for the Top Scholar program prior to your acceptance into UTSA. However, you must have your myUTSA ID that is sent after your application is processed into UTSA’s system. Follow this link to find out more.
