Wasn’t a merger idea studied before? Why is now the right time? 

The idea of merging UTSA and UT Health San Antonio was studied in 2002 and 2010. Today, the advancements of both institutions over the years have been positive and steep, and the value proposition has never been greater. Both institutions have experienced positive growth trajectories while the educational and health care landscapes have evolved. The current strategic environment — marked by increasing national competitiveness in research and a growing demand and advantage for integrated academic and health systems—presented a new, exciting case for integration. This new opportunity aligns with the need to ensure a world-class university that will compete with top national peers.