Stephanie A. Santorico, Ph.D.
Dr. Stephanie A. Santorico serves as Dean of the College of Sciences and Professor of Mathematics at The University of Texas at San Antonio. With more than 25 years of experience in higher education, she has built a career dedicated to strengthening research universities, advancing student success, and fostering collaborative academic communities.
As dean, Dr. Santorico leads one of the university's largest academic units, overseeing seven departments, more than 280 faculty members, and over 4,400 students. She is responsible for advancing the college's strategic vision, supporting research growth, strengthening graduate and undergraduate education, and building partnerships that connect scientific discovery to regional and societal impact.
Her leadership emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and thoughtful engagement with faculty and staff in institutional decision-making. She focuses on investing in faculty excellence, expanding opportunities for students to engage in research and experiential learning, and strengthening the infrastructure that supports innovation and interdisciplinary discovery. She is particularly committed to ensuring that the university’s research enterprise expands opportunities for the students and communities it serves.
A first-generation college student from rural Oklahoma, Dr. Santorico brings a personal commitment to access, upward mobility, and the transformative power of education.
Prior to joining UT San Antonio, she held several senior academic leadership roles at the University of Colorado Denver, including Interim Dean of the College of Architecture and Planning and Associate Dean for Research and Creative Activities. She is an alumna of the American Council on Education Fellows Program and serves on the Board of the ACE Council of Fellows. Dr. Santorico is also a Fellow of the International Genetic Epidemiology Society.
