Program Overview

Finance Bachelor of Business Administration Degree

The Finance Bachelor of Business Administration degree is designed for individuals who are fascinated by the flow and growth of money. This program develops the ability to interpret financial data, a critical skill that opens doors to various industries, including investment banking, corporate finance, portfolio management, risk management, and real estate.

Why Pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance Degree

The University of Texas at San Antonio is an excellent choice for earning a Finance degree, being home to one of the top 5 business programs in Texas. With this degree, students gain the financial insight needed to help individuals and organizations build wealth and navigate an uncertain future.

Customize Your Finance Degree

Students can choose to specialize in a track for corporate finance, investment management, or financial institutions. Tracks are declared after admission and meeting with an academic advisor.

Admission Requirements

To major in Finance, students must meet the university's general admission requirements and have completed MAT 1053 Mathematics for Business (TCCN: MATH 1324) or higher with a grade of C- or better. Students who do not meet these requirements but meet general admission requirements will be admitted into Business Studies, where they can work towards meeting the prerequisites needed to declare their business major.

Scholarships

The university offers various scholarships, including the Distinguished Scholarship, which is an automatic merit-based scholarship for incoming new freshman and transfer students who display exceptional scholastic achievement in high school. The UT San Antonio Bold Promise also covers tuition and mandatory fees 100% for eligible students who come from low and middle-income Texas families.

Earn Your CFA Level 1 Certification

As a partner of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, the university offers Finance students the opportunity to prepare for and complete the CFA Level 1 exam while pursuing their undergraduate degree. With over 70% of the exam content covered by the finance department's curriculum, students will be well-equipped to tackle this globally recognized certification.

Minors & Certificates

After selecting a major area of study and enrolling at the university, degree-seeking students can choose from a variety of minors and certificates to supplement their education. Although not required, minors and certificates can help students customize their experience based on their passions and unique career goals.

The Honors Experience

The University of Texas at San Antonio's Honors College offers students the opportunity to realize their full potential through experiential learning, hands-on, project-based classes and programs that are customizable to fit individual goals.

Why UT San Antonio?

The Alvarez College of Business is nationally ranked and recognized, offering 15 undergraduate business degrees that focus on teaching applied business and technical skills in high demand. The university provides personalized career preparation programs and support for business students to find competitive internships and full-time positions.

Student Success

The university is committed to student success, offering an experiential learning initiative that takes what students learn in the classroom and helps them apply it to real life. The Alvarez Student Success Center is a one-stop resource to help students achieve their academic, personal, and professional goals.