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

HCAP Student Success 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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Aug

28

2025

HCAP Hola!

Join us for food, fun, and to meet HCAP faculty and staff.

Sep

4

2025

Birds Up! Downtown

A welcome back event as part of Roadrunner Days.

Sep

8

2025

Academic Experience Workshop

Start Strong: Your Semester Checklist

Sep

8

2025

Mellow Monday

Take a break. Breathe. Be mellow.