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 eight undergraduate and ten 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. 

“My professors are change agents in educational leadership, and provided a nurturing environment to foster challenging thinking.”
Mark Perez '21, BS in Public Administration and Policy

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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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Mar

29

2023

Introduction to VMOCK

A Professional Development series presented by the HCAP Student Success Center

Apr

4

2023

HCAP Student Success week

Come by our table to take a picture with our HCAP frame and learn about our services and resources!

Apr

4 - 5

2023

UTSA Giving Day

Your gift of any size helps your favorite programs soar to success during UTSA Giving Day.

Apr

4

2023

Public Health Week Keynote Address

Presented by the Dean of the UT School of Public Health