Since our founding in 1881 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, we have paved new ways for tens of thousands of students to reach their academic dreams. UIW was the first institution to offer higher education for women in central and south Texas, consistently ranks among the top schools for veterans, and ranks No. 1 in the nation among faith-based universities graduating Hispanic students with bachelor’s degrees. As pioneers in Catholic higher education, we continue to forge new roads for every student to reach their full potential and create positive change in the world. UIW is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution.
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UIW offers over 100 undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations, and over 25 graduate and doctoral programs.
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The UIW Admissions Team is on the road. See our college fair schedule for when we visit your area.
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Experience life at UIW! Explore campus; connect with current students and faculty; and learn about academics, admissions, financial aid and student life. Get a firsthand look at what makes UIW home.
Wednesday, Nov. 11 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Connect with a UIW admissions counselor during our live virtual chat to review your next steps and find out which transcripts may still be needed to complete your application.
Whether you're a current or future student, you can get your questions answered all in one place at the Cardinal Student Service Center.
UIW offers three campus tour options: In-Person Tours Monday - Friday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Group Tours for schools or groups of 10 or more Monday - Friday at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.; and Virtual Campus Tours are available at your convenience. Schedule a Tour Here
Our five health professions schools prepare future healthcare leaders in such fields as pharmacy, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine and physical therapy. Explore UIW Health Professions
The Catholic community observed All Saints’ Day on Sunday, Nov. 1, and All Souls’ Day on Monday, Nov. 2. These sacred observances honor the saints of the Catholic faith and the souls of departed loved ones. For many, they offer an opportunity to deepen their faith, reflect on the reality of loss and celebrate the gift of life.
The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce the installation of a new videoboard and sound system at Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium. The videoboard was fully funded through the generous private donations from UIW supporters and will benefit all programs that utilize the stadium.
On Friday, Oct. 23, members of various UIW student organizations participated in the annual Light the Way Display Board Contest on the Broadway campus. The festive tradition invited students to kick off the holiday season by creating display boards that highlight the creativity and Cardinal spirit of the UIW community.
New Designation Recognizes UIW’s Unwavering Commitment to Student Success
As the largest Catholic university in Texas, UIW is a leader in transformational education. We inspire students across more than 150 academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels to ignite change.
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