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.
Friday, Feb. 13 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Explore your transfer options at UIW and get information on programs, credits and the admissions process. Meet with a transfer admissions counselor, tour campus and take advantage of transcript review.
Thursday, Feb. 26 | 6 - 7 p.m.
Considering a transfer to the University of the Incarnate Word? The Virtual Transfer Info Session walks through the application process, required documents, and what to expect after you apply.
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 UIW Feik School of Pharmacy (FSOP) is celebrating an exciting achievement, as the FSOP Class of 2025 ranked #1 in pass rate in the state of Texas on the most recent North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX).
On Monday, Feb. 2, the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability (ECCLS) invited the Cardinal community to become registered voters at their Voter Education and Registration Drive in preparation for the March 2026 Texas primary elections. February 2, marked the last day that Texas residents could register to vote in the upcoming elections.
UIW is celebrating yet another year of success, as it recently received recognition for its outstanding participation in the 2025 National Night Out celebration by the National Night Out organization. The Office of Campus Life is overjoyed that the event has once again been acknowledged, as it demonstrates UIW commitment to building a stronger and safer community both at the Nest and beyond.
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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