See Why UIW Is a Leading College in Texas

Fall 2025 Application Now Open!

Life is a journey to become who you are meant to be. The University of the Incarnate Word provides the tools you need to meet your goals and start making a difference.

Explore our website, check our upcoming admissions events, take a look at our virtual tour, visit our UIW Admissions YouTube channel or see our digital brochure in English or in Spanish to see what sets UIW apart.

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Academics and Scholarships

Every student application submitted is considered for scholarships without all the extra paperwork. Because UIW offers 150+ degree programs, you can easily find a subject that interests you, taught by professors who know you by name.
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Direct Admit

Interested in healthcare? Start your path to a professional degree as a freshman with the direct admit program to one of our five health professions schools.
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Career-Oriented

The UIW Office of Career Services and industry-connected faculty help you get a good start on your career with internships, interview prep and job prospects.
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Study Abroad

UIW’s strong study abroad program with over 140 sister schools lets you experience the world while completing your degree. The University is also home to students from over 60 countries!
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Student Life

Community is central to UIW’s vision. UIW has nearly 90 student clubs and organizations that let you grow your interests or just have fun. UIW’s Division I sports program gives us something to cheer about, and we are home to many veterans and active-duty military, who are 24% of the student population.
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Mission and Service

As the largest Catholic university in Texas, UIW's Mission of service gives students a way to embrace something bigger than themselves. We welcome students from many diverse beliefs and backgrounds to grow together. It’s your journey — and it’s our mission to help you get there.

Start Your Application to UIW

Our personal approach to education and hands-on learning experience prepares students for success in their future career. Take the first step toward your future at UIW.

Start your journey and submit your UIW application for Fall 2025 through GoUIW, Common AppApply Texas or Scoir.

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Get in Touch With UIW!

The Office of Admissions is open for appointments and tours. To schedule a phone/virtual or in-person appointment, contact us at:

Email: admission@uiwtx.edu
Phone: (210) 829-6005
Text: (210) 963-8494
Online: Schedule Virtual Appointment

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Meet Your Counselor

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Confirm

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Virtual Tour

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Academic Programs

 

College in San Antonio

San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the nation and UIW lives at its heart. We know that you attend college with an eye on your future, and the city’s size and rapid growth mean plenty of chances to network and boundless career opportunities. The University’s nearness to the city’s downtown San Antonio also means that you’ll always find something fun.

 

Life at UIW

Wondering what is life like at the University of the Incarnate Word? Take a look at what students at UIW experience in the classroom, on campus and throughout the UIW community.

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