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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 By the Numbers

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#1 Largest Catholic university in Texas

11 Schools and colleges including five health profession schools

#1 Nationally among Catholic universities graduating Hispanic students with bachelor’s degrees

23 NCAA Division I Teams

$212 Million in financial aid awarded annually to UIW students

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UIW offers over 100 undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations, and over 25 graduate and doctoral programs.

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Transfer Get In Friday

Friday, Sept. 27, 2024 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Are you interested in transferring to UIW but aren't sure where to start? The Office of Admissions transfer counselors invite you for an opportunity to have your transcripts reviewed and take a campus tour!

Graduate Admissions Event

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 | 10 a.m. - noon

Visit with UIW admissions counselors to learn about the available graduate and doctoral programs.

Cardinal Student Service Center

We are your One Stop for helping you manage the business of being a student at the University of the Incarnate Word. One Stop will provide information and answers to your questions related to financial aid, billing, registration, student records, and more.

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Campus Tour Options

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

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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

UIW News

Inspiring Civic Engagement: UIW Hosts Constitution Day Event

September 20, 2024

On Tuesday, Sept. 17, UIW held a Constitution Day event on Dubuis Lawn, as part of the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability’s (ECCLS) “UIW Votes” initiative. The event welcomed UIW students to register to vote, obtain information regarding the upcoming national election and even participate in a Presidential and Texas Senate mock election in preparation of what will be many Cardinals’ first time voting in an election this November.

UIW Hosts Around the World Multicultural Fair

September 20, 2024

On Wednesday, Sept 18, UIW hosted the Around the World Multicultural Fair in the Student Engagement Center (SEC) Ballroom. Presented by the World Affairs Council of San Antonio, the event welcomed attendees to enjoy food, dance and music performers from around the globe and provided the opportunity to converse with representatives from 37 countries.

UIW Makes “Great Colleges to Work For” List

September 20, 2024

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that, for the 16th consecutive year, UIW has been recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the nation according to a new survey by the “Great Colleges to Work For” program. UIW is one of just 53 four-year institutions to make the list. The results are collected by independent survey company ModernThink and released today in a special insert of The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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About the University of the Incarnate Word

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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