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Laurel Village

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Roadrunner Cafe

The residential component of this program gives students a true taste of the college experience. Students will be housed in UTSA’s Laurel Village and eat daily in our Roadrunner Café. The John Peace Library Food Court will also be an option for student dining for lunches or snacks. Students will be accommodated in fully furnished two-bedroom and four-bedroom suites with a shared living area, kitchenette and bathroom, giving each a chance to have the experience of roommate life. All students will have access to the lounges and common areas closest to their dorm building. This is an excellent opportunity to make friends for life as you bond with your suitemates.

Commonly Asked Questions

With the exception of week one, students move into Laurel Village by 5PM on Sunday evenings and leave for home on Friday evenings by 5PM

Linens will be provided, however, if you have a special pillow or blanket feel free to bring those. You will need toiletries, shower shoes, a towel, clothes for a week and a large duffle bag to tote items back and forth to home.

We do not allow large pieces of electronics (e.g., televisions, refrigerators, stereos, gaming computers, etc.) or pets (with the exception of service animals). Handheld electronics and laptops are allowed.

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No, roommate pairs will be appropriately organized and assigned by the faculty.

Roadrunner Café is an all-you-can eat, buffet-style eating establishment. Students will have access to a wide variety of food choices, including vegetarian and vegan selections.


The John Peace Library Food Court will have limited restaurant options for breakfast and lunch.

From Sunday check-in until Friday check-out, students may only leave campus for verified medical or religious reasons, unless otherwise receiving permission from the program director or to visit the local pharmacy or convenience store located just north of 1604.

The Residential Mentors will be living on the same floor as the program participants and will be able to address any questions, concerns, or issues that arise. The University Police Department is also available 24/7 during this period

Yes. Lights-out is at 11PM, Sunday-Thursday.

Yes.