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University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

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Admission rate
98%
Open
Average net price
$17,483
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
53%
Median earnings
$60,110
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of the Incarnate Word is a private nonprofit college in San Antonio, TX with 4,440 undergraduates. It admits 98% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $17,483 per year ($14,856 for families earning under $30,000). 53% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $60,110 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
98%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
11,162
Fall 2023
Admitted
10,421
Fall 2023
Yield
10%
of admitted students enrolled

What University of the Incarnate Word looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$49,626
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$38,650

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$14,856
  • $30–48k$14,343
  • $48–75k$14,540
  • $75–110k$17,911
  • $110k+$27,991

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
53%
Freshman retention
71%
Median earnings
$60,110
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,440
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
52%
  • White15%
  • Hispanic66%
  • Black7%
  • Asian3%

University of the Incarnate Word FAQ

What is University of the Incarnate Word's acceptance rate?+

University of the Incarnate Word admits 98% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is University of the Incarnate Word test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to University of the Incarnate Word?+

In Fall 2023, 11,162 students applied to University of the Incarnate Word and 10,421 were admitted; 1,067 enrolled.

Does University of the Incarnate Word consider legacy status?+

No. University of the Incarnate Word reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of the Incarnate Word require an essay?+

University of the Incarnate Word reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of the Incarnate Word cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $49,626 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,483.

What is University of the Incarnate Word's graduation rate?+

53% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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