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 90 undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations, and over 20 graduate and doctoral programs.
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Friday, Jan. 14 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Submit your transfer application and bring your official transcripts for an on-the-spot admissions decision. We are ready to get you started on your journey to becoming a Cardinal!
Saturday, Feb. 5 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ready to become a Cardinal? Join our admissions team on Saturday in-person to learn about program offerings, tour our beautiful campus and more.
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.
UIW offers two campus tour options: In-Person Tours Monday through Friday at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., and a Virtual Campus Tour 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
UIW hosted a Commissioning Ceremony for three ROTC cadets on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021. Cadets Ramon Aguilar, Miguel Alejandro Trevino and Ronnie Woods were commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the U.S. Army. The three soldiers graduated from UIW and St. Mary’s University.
On Saturday, Dec. 11, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) celebrated its Fall 2021 graduates. Nearly 900 graduates of UIW’s bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs crossed the stage at two ceremonies held at the Freeman Coliseum.
UIW and the Gonzaba Medical Group are proud to announce the recipient of the inaugural 2021-2022 Gonzaba scholarship. Rosalinda Sanchez Moncada of San Antonio will receive a scholarship toward her Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree at UIW.
As the largest Catholic university in Texas, UIW is a leader in transformational education. We inspire students across more than 90 academic programs to ignite change.
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