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The Feik School of Pharmacy (FSOP) is dedicated to providing pharmacy education and scholarship that advances the quality of healthcare practices in diverse populations. The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program focuses on a strong foundation in the basic pharmaceutical, administrative and clinical sciences using innovative technology, curricular integration, lifelong learning and critical thinking to provide high-quality, evidence-based pharmaceutical care with opportunities for multicultural and multilingual development. The Feik School of Pharmacy also offers a Master of Science in Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Pharmacy Technician Certificate.

Fast Facts

• 1k+ patients served annually
• 15k served through mission trips
• 2.1 million intern hours since 2010
• NAPLEX: 86.3% first-time pass rate (No. 2 in Texas)*
• 4 professional certifications
• Required Spanish education

*2023 stats

The Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions combines the best possible scientific grounding with unmatched clinical experience across many types of healthcare settings and diverse patient populations. Some programs offered include an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Master of Science in Kinesiology and more. Our students advance a mission of faith-based care that began in 1869 with the founding of the region’s first Catholic hospital. Faculty, students and alumni carry on that work through regional clinics, service trips abroad and other mission-driven initiatives.

Did You Know?

• 100% nurse practitioner pass rate
• 135k hours invested by faculty and students to underserved each year
• Direct Admit Program available
• First accredited undergraduate nursing program west of Mississippi

The Rosenberg School of Optometry (RSO) is the only optometry school associated with a faith-based institution emphasizing individualized attention and placing a high importance on each student’s personal growth and development. The support system that is created through both the feel of family and appreciation of diversity is a tremendous source of guidance and strength for our students. RSO offers the Doctor of Optometry, Doctor of Philosophy in Vision Science and Master of Science in Vision Science degrees with a curriculum that integrates a classroom experience and patient contact, providing early exposure to clinical training captured through community outreach programs.

Highlights

• Average incoming class size: 68
• Student-to-faculty ratio: 6:1 (4:1 in the clinic)
• $1.8 million annual uncompensated care provided by UIW clinics
• 203.5 cumulative hours to the Doctor of Optometry degree
• Merit Scholarships and Direct Admit Scholarships available

The School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) combines scientific grounding, service to the community and abundant clinical experience across many types of primary and specialty care settings and diverse patient populations. Students will gain confidence and deepen their commitment to medicine while addressing the real and pressing needs of underserved communities. UIWSOM offers a curriculum designed to transform students from a student of medicine to a fully reflective Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Quick Notes

• 72% of the student body are Texas residents
• Over 30% are underrepresented minority students
• UIW is 1 of 41 Schools of Osteopathic Medicine in the U.S.
• 25% of all medical students are enrolled in DO programs