The College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio, students and faculty live the college's mission to advance human health every day.

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Find your place

With 11 undergraduate and 11 graduate programs, HCAP has something for every passion and interest. Each program offers a strong research component as well as opportunities for community engagement. 

student success center

Thrive and succeed

The HCAP Student Success Center is your one-stop-shop for resources to make the most of your college career. We’ll help with your current classes, resume building, networking and connecting with your fellow students. 

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Support HCAP

Gifts to the college ensure our students and faculty receive the best training and resources available. 

“The faculty continually challenge the students in a manner that is both demanding and rewarding, and are always willing to assist students.”
Chakkrin Ngamsomjan '24, MS in Criminology and Criminal Justice

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Degree programs

147k+

Internship hours

4

Research centers

$4.8M

In grants awarded across 22 projects

HCAP Events

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Oct

15

2024

HCAP Eitquette Dinner

Presented by the HCAP Student Success Center

Oct

16

2024

La Platica

A community conversation

Oct

16

2024

Bridge the Gap

Building relationships with local law enforcement

Oct

19

2024

Criminology and Criminal Justice Tailgate

Join us for an alumni tailgate as UTSA takes on Florida Atlantic!