Tuition and Costs
More than 95 percent of the students at the University of the Incarnate Word receive some form of financial assistance (grants, scholarships, work-study and/or educational loans). The total annual cost of attendance is comprised of direct costs (charges for tuition and fees), plus indirect costs (allowances for room and board, books and supplies, transportation and other personal/miscellaneous costs).
Main Campus Undergraduate Costs - 2020-2021 (Full-time)
| On-Campus | Off-Campus | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost for Year | Cost for Year | ||
| Tuition | $ 31,020 | Tuition | $ 31,020 |
| Fees* | $ 1,266 | Fees* | $ 1,266 |
| Books | $ 1,400 | Books | $ 1,400 |
| Room and Board | $ 13,014 | Room | $0 |
| Total | $ 46,700 | Total | $ 33,686 |
| Health Insurance* | $2,115 | Health Insurance* | $2,115 |
| Total | $48,815 | Total | $35,801 |
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*UIW Health Insurance can be waived if student is insured. |
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Main Campus Master's Programs - 2020-2021
$1,000 per credit hour + fees
Main Campus Doctoral Programs - 2020-2021
$1,030 per credit hour + fees
You can review detailed tuition and fee information and payment plan options online. If you have questions regarding your tuition and fee charges or possible tuition discounts, contact the UIW Business Office at (210) 829-6043.
The School of Professional Studies provides convenient, flexible and affordable options with adult students in mind. Course offerings are designed to balance your academic pursuits along with your career, family and social responsibilities. Classes meet one night a week or on Saturday morning to fit your busy schedule or can be taken 100% online. SPS students are eligible for federal Pell grant (undergraduates only, if eligible), federal loans, private loans, outside scholarships and third party payments (like VA or employer reimbursement).
SPS Undergraduate Program 2020-2021
Examples below are for students enrolled half-time (6 hours per semester) during the Summer, Fall and Spring terms.
| In Classroom $430 per credit hour | Online $540 per credit hour | ||
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| Cost for Year | Cost for Year | ||
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Tuition |
$7,740 | Tuition | $9,720 |
| Fees* | $0 | Fees* | $0 |
| Books | $300 | Books | $300 |
| Total | $8,040 | Total | $10,020 |
| *Costs for books, housing, and transportation are NOT charged by UIW for off-campus living, but you may receive aid to assist with those expenses. 2020-2021 Tuition and Fees |
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SPS Graduate (Master's Level) Programs 2020-2021
Examples below are for students enrolled full-time (6 hours per semester) during the Summer, Fall and Spring terms. Both in classroom and online graduate rates are $1,000 per credit hour.
| Off-Campus - Full-Time - Summer, Fall and Spring | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $18,000 | ||
| Fees | $0 | ||
| Books | $1,050 | ||
| Total | $19,050 | ||
| *Costs for books, room/board, and transportation/personal are NOT charged by UIW for Off-Campus living, but the student may receive aid or borrow loans to assist with those expenses. 2020-2021 Tuition and Fees |
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SPS Doctoral Programs 2020-2021
Examples below are for students enrolled full-time (3 hours per semester) during the summer, fall and spring terms. Online PhD rates are $1,030 per credit hour.
| Off-Campus - Full-Time - Summer, Fall, and Spring | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,270 | ||
| Fees | $0 | ||
| Books | $1,800 | ||
| Total | $11,070 | ||
| *Costs for books, room/board, and transportation/personal are NOT charged by UIW for Off-Campus living, but the student may receive aid or borrow loans to assist with those expenses. 2020-2021 Tuition and Fees |
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ABSN Pre-requisite Courses
ABSN Program Courses
ABSN Program Important Dates
| Fall 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Aug. 27, 2020 | Last day to make payment arrangements |
| Aug. 31, 2020 | First day of class |
| Sept. 8, 2020 | Last day for 100% refund; Last day to submit information for tuition discounts; Last day to waive insurance |
| Dec. 11, 2020 | Last day to drop with W |
| Dec. 18, 2020 | Last day of class |
| Spring 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Dec. 18, 2020 | Last day to make payment arrangements |
| Jan. 4, 2021 | First day of class |
| Jan. 11, 2021 | Last day for 100% refund; Last day to submit information for tuition discounts; Last day to waive insurance |
| April 16, 2021 | Last day to drop with W |
| April 23, 2021 | Last day of class |
| Summer 2021 | |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2021 | Last day to make payment arrangements |
| May 3, 2021 | First day of class |
| May 10, 2021 | Last day for 100% refund; Last day to submit information for tuition discounts; Last day to waive insurance |
| Aug. 13, 2021 | Last day to drop with W |
| Aug. 20, 2021 | Last day of class |
School of Pharmacy - 2020-2021
$38,000 (per year) + fees
School of Optometry - 2020-2021
$39,000 (per year) + fees
School of Physical Therapy - 2020-2021
$14,240 per semester + fees (Incoming Year 1 class)
$950 per credit hour + fees
Students currently enrolled in their final year of PT school, and graduating spring of 2021, will have Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 charged at $9,500 + fees each semester to provide clinical flexibility due to COVID-19.
Doctor of Nursing Practice - 2020-2021
$980 per credit hour + fees
School of Osteopathic Medicine
The UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine charges an annual tuition. The student fee is charged all in the fall semester, and covers the cost of books and necessary equipment.
Phase 1:
| Costs | Fall 2020 | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $28,000 | $28,000 |
| Student Fee | $2,000 | $0 |
| Health Insurance (can be waived if student has their own coverage) | $1,066 | $1,049 |
| Living expense disbursement dates (estimated) | July 17, 2020 |
Feb. 8, 2021 |