School Information

54.8
Total Enrollment 6,756
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 13 : 1

University of the Incarnate Word

http://www.uiw.edu
4301 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209
(210) 829-6000

The first Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, three young French women motivated by the love of God and their recognition of God's presence in each person, came to San Antonio in 1869 to minister to the sick and the poor. Their spirit of Christian service is perpetuated in the University of the Incarnate Word primarily through teaching and scholarship, encompassing research and artistic expression. Inspired by Judeo-Christian values, the University aims to educate men and women who will become concerned and enlightened citizens. The university is committed to educational excellence in a context of faith in Jesus Christ, ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Large
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At University of the Incarnate Word, 90.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 70.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $9,518), and 69% receive loans ($10,198 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,780. Off campus it is around $5,514.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending University of the Incarnate Word is $17,358 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 3,519 people applied to University of the Incarnate Word. Of the applicants, 66.0% were admitted (64.0% male & 67.0% female ) and 32.0% accepted (32.0% male and 32.0% female)

Of the 5,219 undergraduate students at University of the Incarnate Word, 35.0% are part-time. A majority (60.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 58.0% of the 1,537 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     96.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     67.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     16.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     38.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     43.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone (210) 829-6010
Admissions Office Email admis@uiwtx.edu
Admissions Office Address 4301 Broadway St, San Antonio
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.uiw.edu/admissions/
Admissions Website http://www.uiw.edu (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.uiw.edu/admissions/apply.html
Application Fee $20

In order to be accepted to University of the Incarnate Word, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
University of the Incarnate Word SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 430
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 550
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 560
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 530
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
ACT English (25th Percentile) 16
ACT English (75th Percentile) 23
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 24
 
University of the Incarnate Word Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 39 7
Biochemistry 0
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 39 7
Vision Science/Physiological Optics 0
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 0 380 175
Accounting 39 22
Banking and Financial Support Services 20
Business Administration and Management, General 0 92 95
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 0 53 58
Business/Managerial Economics 3
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 39
International Business/Trade/Commerce 16
Management Information Systems, General 19
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 42
Organizational Behavior Studies 55
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 2
Communication, journalism, and related programs 35 5
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 3
Journalism 15
Mass Communication/Media Studies 6 5
Radio and Television 11
Communications technologies/technicians and support services 5
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects 5
Computer and information sciences and support services 6
Computer and Information Sciences, General 0
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 6
Education 67 67 15
Adult and Continuing Education Administration 2
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 2
Education, General 5 15
Elementary Education and Teaching 60 21
Mathematics Teacher Education 1
Music Teacher Education 0
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 6
Secondary Education and Teaching 36
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 1
Engineering technologies/technicians 13
Engineering/Industrial Management 13
English language and literature/letters 11
English Language and Literature, General 11
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 41
Apparel and Textile Marketing Management 31
Child Care and Support Services Management 4
Child Development 6
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 8
Spanish Language and Literature 8
Health professions and related clinical sciences 92 10 0
Athletic Training/Trainer 9
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0
Music Therapy/Therapist 3
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 17
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 0
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 63 10
Optometry (OD) 0
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada]) 0
History 11
History, General 11
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 7 0
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 7 0
Mathematics and statistics 7 2
Mathematics, General 7 2
Statistics, General 0
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 14 5
Biological and Physical Sciences 1
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies 1
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 1 0
Nutrition Sciences 12 4
Natural resources and conservation 0
Environmental Science 0
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 25 9
Health and Physical Education, General 18 9
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 7
Philosophy and religious studies 8 5
Philosophy 4
Religion/Religious Studies 4 5
Physical sciences 7
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, Other 0
Chemistry, General 3
Meteorology 4
Psychology 53
Psychology, General 53
Social sciences 9
International Relations and Affairs 1
Political Science and Government, General 3
Sociology 5
Visual and performing arts 62
Art/Art Studies, General 6
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 10
Fashion/Apparel Design 16
Fine/Studio Arts, General 6
Graphic Design 11
Interior Design 8
Music Management and Merchandising 2
Music, General 3
 
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