Diploma Dash 5K presented by North Park Subaru on San Pedro
Date
Sat, Feb 27, 2027, 8:00 AM CSTLocation
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Distances & registration
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5K
6 options · closes Feb 27, 2027, 2:50 AM CST
9mo 23d 5h 36m leftDFW Family Fun Run
Closes Feb 23, 2027, 7:00 AM CST · From $43.40
Houston Family Fun Run
Closes Feb 23, 2027, 7:00 AM CST · From $43.40
Individual Runner
Closes Feb 27, 2027, 2:50 AM CST · From $43.40
Individual Runner (UT San Antonio Alumni Member)
Closes Feb 27, 2027, 2:50 AM CST · From $38.10
Military Runner
Closes Feb 27, 2027, 2:50 AM CST · From $38.10
Student Runner
Closes Feb 27, 2027, 2:50 AM CST · From $27.50
Past results at a glance
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
Based on past public results. Helpful context, not a prediction.
Selected year + distance
2 finishers in 5K
Ranked by gun time when available
Very small finish count here - use this as loose context, not a race-day expectation.
Crowd
Small field
2 5K finishers. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
45:13
Middle-of-pack benchmark using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Relaxed front
Past results suggest the front of the field is less intense than many races. Front-group read: 40:03.
People mix
Mixed field
Not enough data to show a breakdown yet.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2026, this looks like a small field: 2 finishers in this data set. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 45:13. The quicker front of the field averaged about 40:03. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Fastest finishers in this file: 40:03 (male) and Not enough data (female).
Show historical award cutoffs1 rows
Cutoff = slowest posted time still inside the top finishers for a division.
| Division | Gender | Top N | Cutoff | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall observed placement | Unspecified | Top 2 | 50:22 | finish-order sample |
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2026 | 2 | 45:13 | 45:13 | 40:03 | 40:03 / Not enough data |
Last summary update: May 4, 2026
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Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Now in its 41st year, the UT San Antonio Alumni Diploma Dash is more than a race—it’s a celebration of Roadrunner pride and community. Nearly 2,000 runners will run through the heart of the UT San Antonio Main Campus, all united by one mission: supporting student scholarships.
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With your help, we’re aiming to raise over $150,000 to empower future Roadrunners. Every stride matters, and every participant makes a difference. Cross the finish line and claim your commemorative medal —a symbol of achievement and tradition that you’ll treasure for years to come. Ready to make history? Register today and be part of a legacy that changes lives. _______________________ Partner with Us! CLICK HERE for more information. The Diploma Dash thrives thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors. Their commitment helps us fund scholarships and alumni programs, making every mile matter for Roadrunners. With packages starting at just $1,000, join us in celebrating the organizations that make this tradition possible! _______________________ Alumni Association Membership Discount Current members will receive an email with a special discount link on Thursday, December 4th. If you did not receive the email, please contact us at alumni@utsa. edu . _______________________ Race Day Info Start Line Location: Convocation Center (UT San Antonio Main Campus) Festival Start Time: 7:00 a. m. Race Start Time: 8:00 a. m. Parking: Free, in front of Convocation Center _______________________ Packet Pick-Up Date: February 26th & 27th Location: Smokey Mo's TX BBQ (UTSA Location) 6010 UTSA Boulevard #106 San Antonio, TX 78249 Time: 4:00 to 7:00 p. m. _______________________ Volunteers Needed Click here for shift details. _______________________ FAQ Click here for more frequently asked questions. VIEW RACE DAY RESULTS HERE