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UIW University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) was founded in 1881 by the Sisters of Charity and is located on an 154-acre campus just minutes from downtown San Antonio. It is known for its academic excellence, its diversity and personal attention to more than 7,700 students from over 60 countries who call UIW home. As an institution, UIW welcomes international students from Mexico, Taiwan, China, Turkey, India, Korea and France – to name a few. Incarnate Word has a long standing tradition of excellence in education taught by world class professors who bring theoretical and practical applications to the classroom experience. With an average class size of 25 and a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1, students are able to fully engage in their education. Students are given the opportunity to build relationships that extend beyond the classroom and provide a solid foundation for their future.
UIW is a liberal arts university offering nearly 80 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs of study in virtually every field, including professional programs in Optometry and Pharmacy. It is the largest Catholic university in the Southwest and the fourth largest private university in Texas.
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Ten student dormitories of single, double or triple living accommodations with free wireless internet, basic cable and local telephone service. Graduate hall advisors and resident assistants are available 24 hours a day to provide students with the most enjoyable and comfortable living experience with campus police available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The various dining halls offer something for most diets, preferences or appetites including Finnegan’s Café with Starbuck’s Coffee products, Hortencia’s Café with Chick-fil-A products and the International Cafe. Participate in academic, social and professional organizations such as: Student Government Association, International Student Association, Campus Ministry, KUIW Campus Radio and Logos Student Newspaper. Students have access to the library, learning assistance center, media center, career services, student center, Natatorium with Olympic size swimming pool, fitness center, tennis courts and football/soccer fields. A Campus Health Center to provide medical assistance.
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Around Town The City of San Antonio is the 7th largest city in the U.S. The surrounding area is filled with a variety of tourist attractions including museums, parks, gardens, golf courses and a zoo that offer scenic trails and areas to walk, run or enjoy an afternoon picnic. UIW’s picturesque campus with its trees, flowering plants and classic architecture, provides a comfortable environment to study, think and interact with friends. The campus is within walking distance of various boutiques, grocery stores, restaurants and entertainment venues.
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Admissions Qualified applicants are admitted on a continual or rolling basis throughout the year for fall, spring and summer sessions. Please contact the International Admissions Office, intladmis@uiwtx.edu, before applying, to assure there is enough time to process certificates of eligibility (Form I20/DS2019) and apply for a student visa. Students interested in transferring to UIW or applying to one of the graduate or doctoral programs must have completed course work from an accredited institution.
English Proficiency Proof of English proficiency is required before registering and enrolling for classes. Students that do not submit an acceptable score with the application will be given an in-house English exam at International Orientation. Students may be required to take English as a Second Language at their own expense before enrolling in full-time university classes. 550 TOEFL for Undergraduates; 560 for Graduates and Doctoral TOEFL pbt
TOEFL cbt
TOEFL ibt
TOEIC
IELTS
550 - 587
213 - 240
79 - 95
650 - 780
6.5 - 7.0
For information on testing centers and dates, please visit www.ets.org or www.ielts.org.
Funding Education All undergraduate international students receive a $1,000 scholarship for their first year. Freshman Merit Scholarships are awarded based on high school GPA and SAT/ACT scores. Transfer Merit Scholarships are awarded based on cumulative GPA. Academic scholarships are renewable for 4 years if a 3.0 GPA is maintained. For information on the SAT or ACT exam, please visit Collegeboard.com or ACT.org. Testing centers are available throughout the world. Note: UIW does NOT have in-state, out-of-state or International tuition. All students are charged the same tuition rates.
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Academic Programs Undergraduate Accounting
English
Music Industry Studies
Art
Environmental Science
Music Therapy
Athletic Training Education
Fashion Management
Nuclear Medicine Science
Banking and Finance
Hispanic Marketing
Nursing
Biochemistry
History
Nutrition
Biology
Information Systems
Philosophy
Broadcast Meteorology
Interior Environmental
Political Economy
Business
Design
Political Science
Chemistry
International Business
Pre-Dentistry
Communication Arts
International Studies
Pre-Pharmacy
Computer Graphic Arts
Kinesiology
Pre-Optometry
Computer Information Systems
Management
Psychology
Marketing
Religious Studies
Convergent Media
Mathematics (BA)
Sociology
Mathematics (BS)
Spanish
Criminal Justice Cultural Studies Economics
Merchandising Management Sports Management Meteorology
Teacher Education
Economics and Finance
Modern Languages
Theatre Arts
Elementary Certification w/ Interdisciplinary Studies
Music
Undeclared Major
Music Education
Vision Science
Engineering Management
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Graduate Accounting - MS Administration - MAA with concentrations in: Adult Education
Doctoral Organizational Leadership Teacher Leadership Health Administration - MHA Kinesiology - MS
Communication Arts
Sport Management - MS
Healthcare Administration Nutrition
Mathematics Teaching MA
Organizational Development Sports Management
Multidisciplinary Sciences MA
Multidisciplinary Studies - MA
Biology - MA & MS
Nursing - MSN
Business Administration MBA
Nursing/MBA - MSN/MBA
with concentrations in:
with concentrations in:
General Business
General Nutrition
International Business Sports Management Communication Arts - MA
International Education and Entrepreneurship Organizational Leadership
Nutrition Education and Health Promotion
Education - MA or MEd with concentrations in:
Research Statistics -MS
Early Childhood Education
Higher Education
Administration
Religious Studies/Pastoral Institute - MA
Cross-Cultural Education
with concentrations in:
Nutrition - MS
Education (General Education) - MA & MEd
Adult Education
Education - PhD
Teaching - MAT Teaching with concentrations in: All-level
Kinesiology
Elementary
Literacy
Secondary
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