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University of the Incarnate Word

#63 in Best Catholic Colleges in America
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1,642 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      B
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      A
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      B
    7. Professors
      A-
    8. Location
      A+
    9. Dorms
      B
    10. Campus Food
      B+
    11. Student Life
      A
    12. Safety
      B
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    About University of the Incarnate Word...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Southland Conference
    Address
    4301 Broadway
    San Antonio, TX 78209
    Website
    uiw.edu
    From University of the Incarnate Word

    One of the leading comprehensive universities in Texas, the University of the Incarnate Word strives to educate men and women to become concerned and enlightened citizens within a global community.

    Our embrace reflects our belief that your respectful interaction as students of different backgrounds advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization and the common good.

    Through a liberal education, the University of the Incarnate Word cultivates the development of the whole person and values of life-long learning. To that end, faculty and students support each other in the search for and communication of truth, thoughtful innovation, care of the environment, community service and social justice.

    Our personal approach to education and hands-on learning experience prepares students for success in their future career. Take the first step towards your future at UIW.

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    University of the Incarnate Word Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    94%
    SAT Range
    940-1120
    ACT Range
    17-23
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $21,895/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $19,037/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    A-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    87%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.106 responses
    65%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.123 responses
    66%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.122 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      276 Graduates
    • Health Service Preparatory Studies
      156 Graduates
    • Psychology
      108 Graduates
    • Biology
      106 Graduates
    • Nursing
      87 Graduates
    • Accounting
      81 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      59 Graduates
    • Human Resources
      58 Graduates
    • Marketing
      55 Graduates
    • Management Sciences and Information Systems
      39 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    4,461Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    1,533
    Undergrads Over 25
    22%
    Pell Grant
    46%
    Varsity Athletes
    10%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 87 responses
    Report
    • Apply themselves and still has social time.
      46%
    • Wants to have fun but is willing to work
      43%
    • Disengaged
      7%
    • Diverse
      2%
    • Outgoing
      1%
    • Stressed
      1%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    48%
    Poll
    55%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.149 responses
    Poll
    47%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.165 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 108 responses
    Report
    • Engaging
      31%
    • Catholic
      19%
    • Compassionate
      14%
    • Small
      14%
    • Diverse
      13%
    • Global perspecitve
      7%
    • Highschoolesque
      2%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $46,500/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      53%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      93%
      National
      83%
      95%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.83 responses
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      The University of the Incarnate Word is a wonderful accredited school with students from all different backgrounds and experiences that blend together to become a family. Not only can students walk around the gorgeous campus grounds but the academics and athletics are incredible. At this school, the courses are detailed and thorough. Not only do students really enjoy and learn from their studies, but we are a small community in itself where everyone on campus feels welcome and wants to be a Cardinal. GO CARDS!
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      When people ask me what incarnate word is like all I respond to them is that I am so glad I chose to go here. The professors are like friends, I’m where I’m at today because of how amazing the professors are. They push you and help you to be the best you can possibly be. The size of the classes and student size is incredibly important to me, you are never left out due to the size of the classes. Overall I’m so blessed to be at UIW!
      I absolutely love attending this university! Professors are fair and responsive to a student's needs, usually responding to a question or concern at all hours of the day. This university also has quality instruction with real challenging material. This is not a run of the mill university where you pay for your degree, you will actually learn something and will be needed to apply yourself in your studies. I am so glad I transferred from my "pay for degree" school to this University.