University of the Incarnate Word

Welcome to the Nest

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) welcomes students from all walks of life. Whether you are starting college as a first-time in college freshman, transferring from a community college or another university, or going back to school to complete your degree, UIW offers students class options that will suit your needs.

Freshman Students

Just getting started on your academic journey? Click the link below to learn more about UIW's freshman application process and to submit your application.

Freshman Admissions

Transfer Students

Transferring from a community college or another university? Click the link below to learn more about the UIW transfer process. Active military and veteran students will also need to complete a transfer application.

Transfer Admissions

Graduate Students

Looking to earn your graduate or master's degree? Click the link below to view our graduate programs.

Graduate Admissions

Request Admissions Information

Click one of the links below and provide your contact information to receive information, deadline reminders, event details and other admissions-related content.

Undergraduate Admissions

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Graduate Admissions

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Largest Catholic University in Texas

Ranked in the Nation for Military Veterans

13:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

NCAA Division I Teams

Your Journey. Our Mission.

Founded in 1881 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, UIW has helped generations of students achieve their academic goals. A proud Hispanic-Serving Institution, UIW was the first college in Central and South Texas to offer higher education for women and ranks No. 1 among Catholic universities for graduating Hispanic students with bachelor’s degrees.

Visit UIW

We offer in-person campus tours on Monday - Friday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Come visit our beautiful campus and experience life as a Cardinal through a walking tour. Campus tours are done by appointment only.

Schedule a Tour Today

Military & Veteran Students

UIW goes the extra mile to give active U.S. military, veterans and their dependents the support (academic, financial, logistical) they may need to earn a certificate or degree, and to advance their careers in the military or following service.

Military and Veteran Admissions