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, March 27 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Interested in transferring to UIW? Meet with an admissions counselor for a presentation, campus tour and transcript review for the opportunity for an on-the-spot admissions decision.
Thursday, April 9 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Interested in transferring to the University of the Incarnate Word? Meet with our transfer counselors to learn about UIW programs and the admissions process. Coffee is on us!
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
Scott Kilian, a second-year medical student at the UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM), recently earned his fourth Southwest Conference victory as a competitor in the National Collegiate Wrestling Association (NCWA).
On Monday, March 16, UIW Career Services and African Student Organization (ASO) hosted the “A Seat at the Table: Professional Women’s Panel” on the Broadway campus in celebration of Women’s History Month. The panel discussion invited five accomplished UIW-affiliated Black women (educators, alumni, coaches, partners and more) to share their professional journeys, successes, acquired wisdom and advise with their beloved Incarnate Word family.
Recently, five University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) students majoring in English and Teacher Education were led by Ann David, PhD, professor of Teacher Education, to volunteer at the Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts (TCTELA) 2026 Annual Conference in Round Rock, Texas.
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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