Since our founding in 1881 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, we have paved new ways for tens of thousands of students to reach their academic dreams. UIW was the first institution to offer higher education for women in central and south Texas, consistently ranks among the top schools for veterans, and ranks No. 1 in the nation among faith-based universities graduating Hispanic students with bachelor’s degrees. As pioneers in Catholic higher education, we continue to forge new roads for every student to reach their full potential and create positive change in the world. UIW is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution.

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UIW offers over 100 undergraduate majors, minors and concentrations, and over 25 graduate and doctoral programs.

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UIW News

UIW Celebrates Homecoming 2024

November 8, 2024

From Oct. 27 through Nov. 3, UIW celebrated its 2024 Homecoming season with UIW generations both past and present. Many of UIW’s Crusaders and Cardinals came together for a week of events that honored the University’s history, celebrated its present achievements and embraced the possibilities of the future.

UIW Jalen Walthall Goes Viral for Celebratory Touchdown Move

November 8, 2024

Last Saturday's homecoming football game was a thrilling display of skill and excitement, with the Cardinals emerging victorious over Houston Christian University. However, it wasn’t just the score that had fans cheering. One Cardinal player’s unforgettable headstand touchdown celebration instantly went viral, turning him into an overnight internet and television sensation.

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About the University of the Incarnate Word

As the largest Catholic university in Texas, UIW is a leader in transformational education. We inspire students across more than 150 academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels to ignite change.

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