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University of the Incarnate Word: University of the Incarnate Word (10858079976)
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Universidad católica

University of the Incarnate Word

  • UbicaciónSan Antonio, TX
  • Tipo y tamañoPrivada sin fines de lucro · de 4 años · 7,251 estudiantes
  • PatrocinadorSisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word
Sitio web oficial

The University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic university in San Antonio sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. Mass is celebrated in Our Lady's Chapel at noon every weekday and at 11 a.m. every Sunday, and confession is offered by appointment and at a reconciliation service each semester. The core curriculum requires one religious studies course, one philosophy course, and three more upper-level hours in either field, and all bachelor's students complete 45 hours of community service.

Misa, confesión y adoración

Confirme con la parroquia

Misa 3

  • Lunes a viernes12:00 p. m.Our Lady's Chapel, Administration Building · On first Wednesdays (Oct.-May, except Jan. and March) the noon Mass is at the Lourdes Grotto.
  • Domingo11:00 a. m.Our Lady's Chapel, Administration Building · Year-round.
  • Domingo11:00 a. m.Chapel of the Incarnate Word · Second Sunday of the month only.

Los horarios provienen solo de páginas oficiales de parroquias, capellanías o escuelas, y pueden cambiar según la temporada. Última verificación: 7 oct. 2026.

Fuentes de estos horarios (1)
  1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “Daily Mass Our Lady's Chapel Monday-Friday, Noon”
    Daily Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday at noon in Our Lady's Chapel.
    “Sunday Masses Our Lady's Chapel Every Sunday, 11 a.m. Mass is celebrated year-round”
    Sunday Mass is celebrated at 11 a.m. in Our Lady's Chapel year-round.
    “Chapel of the Incarnate Word (CIW) Second Sunday, 11 a.m.”
    A Mass is also listed in the Chapel of the Incarnate Word on the second Sunday of the month at 11 a.m.

Planear una visita al campus Horarios de misa para sus fechas, preguntas para hacer y un botón de calendario.

Iglesias católicas cercanas

Map of University of the Incarnate Word, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miOur Lady’s Chapel: 0.0 mi1Chapel of the Incarnate Word: 0.1 mi2Saint Peter Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church: 0.5 mi3Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church: 1.4 mi4Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church: 1.6 mi5Saint Patrick Catholic Church: 1.9 mi6University Mission and Ministry (Our Lady's Chapel): 0.1 miUniversity of the Incarnate Word (campus)N1 mi
CampusCentro católicoIglesia católica (numerada abajo)Abrir un mapa de calles ›
  1. Our Lady’s Chapel — 0.0 mi
  2. Chapel of the Incarnate Word — 0.1 mi
  3. Saint Peter Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church — 0.5 mi · 111 Barilla Place, San Antonio
  4. Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church — 1.4 mi · 3107 North Saint Mary's Street, San Antonio
  5. Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church — 1.6 mi · 223 East Summit Avenue, San Antonio
  6. Saint Patrick Catholic Church — 1.9 mi · 1114 Willow Street, San Antonio

A menos de 3 millas, según el mapa de Colaboradores de OpenStreetMap. El mapa puede estar incompleto. Confirme con la parroquia o la diócesis.

Ficha de fe

Cada línea es un aspecto que buscamos. Una marca significa sí, media marca significa en parte, un guion significa no. “Información insuficiente” significa que las fuentes oficiales no lo indican.

CVida sacramental: Mixta (calificación C): de 55 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Vida sacramental

61 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Misa entre semana en el campus durante el año académicoTodos los días laborables (5 o más días) (Monday-Friday at noon in Our Lady's Chapel; on first Wednesdays (Oct.-May, except Jan. and March) the noon Mass is listed at the Lourdes Grotto.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Daily Mass Our Lady's Chapel Monday-Friday, Noon”
      Daily Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday at noon in Our Lady's Chapel.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Misa dominical en el campus (incluida la vigilia del sábado)Una Misa de fin de semana (One weekly Sunday Mass (11 a.m., Our Lady's Chapel, year-round). The schedule also lists an 11 a.m. Mass in the Chapel of the Incarnate Word on the second Sunday of the month only.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Sunday Masses Our Lady's Chapel Every Sunday, 11 a.m. Mass is celebrated year-round”
      Sunday Mass is celebrated at 11 a.m. in Our Lady's Chapel year-round.
      “Chapel of the Incarnate Word (CIW) Second Sunday, 11 a.m.”
      A Mass is also listed in the Chapel of the Incarnate Word on the second Sunday of the month at 11 a.m.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Confesión con horario fijo en el campusMenos de una vez por semana, o solo con cita (Reconciliation by appointment, plus a reconciliation service with individual confession before Advent and during Lent.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Reconciliation by Appointment A Catholic reconciliation service (with individual confession) is celebrated in the fall semester, just before the season of Advent, and in the spring semester, during the season of Lent.”
      Confession is by appointment, plus a reconciliation service once each semester.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Adoración eucarísticaInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Sacerdotes que atienden a los estudiantesSacerdote de medio tiempo o visitante (Fr. Benny Kupangula Lipalata (university email address) is named as the contact for Mission and Ministry Bible study groups. Its only chaplain is a Protestant chaplain.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Bible Study | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/bible-study.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “For more information, contact Fr. Benny Kupangula Lipalata by email at lipalata@uiwtx.edu.”
      A priest, Fr. Benny Kupangula Lipalata, is the contact for Mission and Ministry Bible study groups.
    2. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, is Vice President for Mission and Ministry. She has been with UIW since 1972.”
      A religious sister serves as Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the staff page lists no Catholic priest chaplain.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Capilla abierta para la oración en el campusSí
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Places of Worship | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/places-of-worship.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Our campus chapels, including Our Lady's Chapel and the Chapel of the Incarnate Word, offer sacred spaces for worship and quiet contemplation.”
      Campus chapels are available for worship and quiet prayer.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Horario semanal publicado de Misa, confesión y adoraciónDe 6 a 11 veces por semana (7 horarios semanales documentados: 7 de Misa, 0 de confesión, 0 de adoración.)Calculado a partir de los horarios verificados de Misa, confesión y adoración que aparecen en esta página (cada día con horario cuenta una vez).
DTeología y plan de estudios básico: Limitada (calificación D): de 40 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Teología y plan de estudios básico

40 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Cursos de teología o estudios religiosos exigidos a todos los estudiantes de licenciaturaUn curso (Core: one RELS course from the core selections plus 3 upper-level hours from Philosophy or Religious Studies; the minimum theology/religious studies is one course.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “9 credit hours from Philosophy and Religious Studies are required. PHIL 1381 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | RELS | Religious Studies course from RELS core selections | 3 | PHIL/RELS | 3 additional upper-level hours from Philosophy or Religious Studies”
      The core requires PHIL 1381, one RELS core course, and 3 more upper-level hours in philosophy or religious studies.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    La teología exigida incluye contenido explícitamente católico (Escritura, tradición católica, sacramentos)La teología católica es una opción entre varias (Core RELS selections include Christian theology courses (e.g., RELS 1305) and a general religion course (RELS 1325 The Religious Quest, drawing on Christianity and other world religions); no core option is titled or described as Catholic theology.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. RELS 1325 The Religious Quest | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/course-descriptions/rels-religious-studies/1000/rels-1325 · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Drawing examples from Christianity and other World Religions, this course considers the roles and functions religion plays in human life and in society.”
      RELS 1325 is a general course on religion drawing on Christianity and other world religions.
      “This course fulfills the undergraduate UIW Core Curriculum requirement in Religious Studies.”
      RELS 1325 satisfies the core religious studies requirement.
    2. RELS 1305 Introduction to Theology and Ethics | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/course-descriptions/rels-religious-studies/1000/rels-1305 · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “This course offers an introduction to the basic theological foundations of the Christian faith with special attention to its ethical implications in contemporary society.”
      Another core option, RELS 1305, introduces the theological foundations of the Christian faith.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Cursos de filosofía exigidos a todos los estudiantes de licenciaturaUn curso (PHIL 1381 Introduction to Philosophy; the additional 3 upper-level hours may be philosophy or religious studies.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “9 credit hours from Philosophy and Religious Studies are required. PHIL 1381 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | RELS | Religious Studies course from RELS core selections | 3 | PHIL/RELS | 3 additional upper-level hours from Philosophy or Religious Studies”
      The core requires PHIL 1381, one RELS core course, and 3 more upper-level hours in philosophy or religious studies.
  • No: No: la escuela no ofrece esto, así que no obtiene puntos.
    El plan de estudios básico se nutre explícitamente de la tradición intelectual católicaNo (Strict reading. The university mission statement names the Catholic Intellectual Tradition; that is an institutional statement.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Because its mission, founded in the Catholic tradition, is based on the premise of a sound faith relationship between the creature and the Creator, the University of the Incarnate Word includes in its Core a study of religion.”
      The core description ties the religion requirement to the university's Catholic-founded mission but does not name the Catholic intellectual tradition as a core aim.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Se ofrece carrera de teología o estudios religiososSí (Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Religious Studies - Bachelor of Arts | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/chass/bachelors/religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies degree program prepares students to understand the implications and expressions of faith”
      A Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies is offered.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Afirma públicamente Ex Corde Ecclesiae en sus documentos de misión o gobiernoInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
BCultura del campus y vida en residencias: Buena (calificación B): de 70 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Cultura del campus y vida residencial

77 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Personal de la pastoral universitaria (capellanes, ministros y personal profesional)Dos a cuatro (4 listed: Vice President for Mission and Ministry (Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI), Director of Music Ministries, Liturgy and Music Assistant, and Associate Vice President for Mission & Ministry. Excluded: administrative assistant, Protestant chaplain, Ettling Center director (service), and the School of Osteopathic Medicine's Director of Mission Integration (separate Brooks campus).)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, is Vice President for Mission and Ministry. She has been with UIW since 1972.”
      A religious sister serves as Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the staff page lists no Catholic priest chaplain.
      “Lena is the Director of Music Ministries and Coordinator for Liturgy and Media for the University Mission and Ministry.”
      Mission and Ministry has a Director of Music Ministries.
      “Carmen Aguilera is the Liturgy and Music Assistant for Mission and Ministry.”
      Mission and Ministry has a liturgy and music staff member.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Retiros ofrecidos a los estudiantes cada añoDe uno a tres (Crossroads Retreat for incoming students is the only student retreat listed on the Retreats page; the Breathe student group also lists retreats among its activities.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Retreats | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/retreats.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Crossroads, a welcoming retreat hosted by UIW University Mission and Ministry, is designed to help incoming students feel at home at UIW”
      Mission and Ministry hosts the Crossroads retreat for incoming students.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Organizaciones estudiantiles católicas y grupos de formación en la feTres o más (Breathe (Catholic student group, with men's and women's groups), Bible study groups, and a Catholic Relief Services chapter.)
    Fuentes (3)
    1. Breathe | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/breathe.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Breathe, a UIW Catholic Student Group, builds a better community where individuals can grow in their relationship with Christ.”
      Breathe is a Catholic student group.
    2. Bible Study | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/bible-study.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “The Office of Mission and Ministry invites students, faculty and staff to join or create Bible Study Groups using the Ascension Press Bible in a Year Podcast”
      Mission and Ministry organizes Bible study groups.
    3. Catholic Relief Services | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/catholic-relief-services.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Explore the various avenues for giving back, such as joining a Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Chapter or participating in community service initiatives.”
      Students can join a Catholic Relief Services chapter.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Opciones de residencia por sexoResidencias de un solo sexo disponibles (Agnese and Sky View are listed as all-female halls and Clement as an all-male hall; other halls are co-ed with same-sex floors or co-ed by apartment.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Halls & Meal Plan | Residence Life and Housingmy.uiw.edu/housing/apply-to-housing/index1.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “All Male Hall Dry-hall (no alcohol allowed) View Clement Tour Video”
      Clement Hall is an all-male hall.
      “All Female Hall Dry-hall (no alcohol allowed) Built-in Parking Deck View Agnese Tour Video”
      Agnese Hall is an all-female hall.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Política de visitas nocturnas en las residenciasSe aplican horarios de visita o límites de invitados (2025-2026 Residential Handbook (the edition linked from the housing site): overnight guests allowed up to five nights per semester and no more than two consecutive nights, with registration and roommate permission.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Residential Handbook 2025-2026my.uiw.edu/housing/_docs/_docs/residential_handbook_25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “The University, at its discretion, allows Residents to have overnight guests for a total of five (5) nights per semester. The overnight visit should not exceed two (2) consecutive nights.”
      Overnight guests are limited to five nights per semester and two consecutive nights.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Vida de fe en las residencias (capellanes de residencia, Misas en la residencia o comunidades de vida basadas en la fe)Información insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Oficina o directivo superior para la misión e identidad católicaSí (Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the office runs employee faith formation, faculty development, new-employee mission orientation, and the University Mission Committee.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, is Vice President for Mission and Ministry. She has been with UIW since 1972.”
      A religious sister serves as Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the staff page lists no Catholic priest chaplain.
    2. Employee Faith and Spirituality Initiatives | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/office-mission-and-ministry/employee-faith-spirituality-initiatives.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Employee Faith and Spirituality Initiatives at the University of the Incarnate Word offer programs like faculty development, social justice workshops and ethics across the curriculum. We also have a Mission Committee that sets goals for our faith-based initiatives.”
      The Office of the Vice President for Mission and Ministry runs faculty and staff mission formation and the University Mission Committee.
AServicio y doctrina social católica: Sólida (calificación A): de 85 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.

Servicio y doctrina social católica

91 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Centro de servicio o voluntariadoSí (Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability, within the Division of Mission & Ministry.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “The Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability is the campus office dedicated to supporting and facilitating the university's community service efforts.”
      The Ettling Center is the campus office for community service.
    2. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez is the Director of the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability within the Division of Mission & Ministry.”
      The Ettling Center, the service office, sits within the Division of Mission & Ministry.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Aprendizaje-servicio o compromiso comunitario en el plan de estudiosObligatorio para todos los estudiantes (The core curriculum includes a community service component: all bachelor's students complete 45 clock hours of non-credit community service, through volunteering or service-learning courses.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “At the University of the Incarnate Word, students pursuing a bachelor's degree must complete 45 clock hours of non-credit community service, while associate degree students are required to complete 22 hours.”
      All bachelor's students must complete 45 hours of community service as part of the core.
      “The Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability is the campus office dedicated to supporting and facilitating the university's community service efforts.”
      The Ettling Center is the campus office for community service.
  • En parte: En parte: la escuela cumple algunos aspectos de este punto y obtiene parte de los puntos.
    Enseñanza social católica en el plan de estudios (curso, especialidad, centro o requisito básico)Ofrecido (curso, especialidad menor o centro) (RELS 3305 Catholic Social Teachings (elective). The core's Social Justice goal is not framed in terms of Catholic social teaching.)
    Fuentes (1)
    1. RELS 3305 Catholic Social Teachings | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/course-descriptions/rels-religious-studies/3000/rels-3305 · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “This course examines the historical development and contemporary application of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching”
      A course on Catholic Social Teaching is offered.
  • Información insuficiente: Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales no lo documentan, así que se deja fuera de la calificación en lugar de contarse como un no.
    Compromiso provida (grupo provida estudiantil, apoyo a estudiantes embarazadas o con hijos, o iniciativas institucionales)Información insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Programas de justicia y solidaridad (viajes de inmersión, pobreza, migración o iniciativas de cuidado de la creación)Dos o más (Alternative Spring Break, the Center for Refugees Project, community gardens, and the university's Laudato Si' Action Plan.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Peace and Justice Service Initiatives | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/office-mission-and-ministry/peace-justice-service-initiatives.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Peace and Justice Service Initiatives at the University of the Incarnate Word help our community. We work on projects, such as Alternative Spring Break, Golden Harvest and Center for Refugees Project.”
      Mission and Ministry's Peace and Justice Service Initiatives include Alternative Spring Break and the Center for Refugees Project.
      “The Center for Refugees Project offers faculty and students the chance to connect with recent immigrants to San Antonio”
      The Center for Refugees Project connects students with recently arrived immigrants.
      “Founded in 2012 by UIW students, the Community Garden is a sustainable initiative located behind the Gorman Building.”
      A student-founded Community Garden operates on campus.
    2. The Laudato Si' Action Plan | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/the-laudato-si-action-plan-at-uiw.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “That same year, we began to explore the possibility of committing to the platform, and on March 1, 2022, UIW President Thomas Evans made our commitment official.”
      UIW committed to the Vatican's Laudato Si' Action Platform in 2022.
  • Sí: Sí: la escuela cumple este aspecto y obtiene todos sus puntos.
    Servicio explícitamente arraigado en la misión católica (dirigido con la pastoral universitaria o la oficina de misión, o enmarcado en la enseñanza social católica)Sí (Peace and Justice Service Initiatives are run by the Office of the Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the Ettling Center's mission is framed 'in the spirit of Christian service'.)
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez is the Director of the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability within the Division of Mission & Ministry.”
      The Ettling Center, the service office, sits within the Division of Mission & Ministry.
    2. Peace and Justice Service Initiatives | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/office-mission-and-ministry/peace-justice-service-initiatives.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Peace and Justice Service Initiatives at the University of the Incarnate Word help our community. We work on projects, such as Alternative Spring Break, Golden Harvest and Center for Refugees Project.”
      Mission and Ministry's Peace and Justice Service Initiatives include Alternative Spring Break and the Center for Refugees Project.

Las calificaciones provienen de los indicadores documentados de la rúbrica. “Información insuficiente” no significa que la escuela no lo tenga.

Fortalezas

  • Mass is celebrated in Our Lady's Chapel at noon every weekday and at 11 a.m. every Sunday, year-round on Sundays.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Daily Mass Our Lady's Chapel Monday-Friday, Noon”
      Daily Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday at noon in Our Lady's Chapel.
      “Sunday Masses Our Lady's Chapel Every Sunday, 11 a.m. Mass is celebrated year-round”
      Sunday Mass is celebrated at 11 a.m. in Our Lady's Chapel year-round.
  • All bachelor's students complete 45 hours of community service as part of the core, supported by the Ettling Center within the Division of Mission & Ministry.
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “At the University of the Incarnate Word, students pursuing a bachelor's degree must complete 45 clock hours of non-credit community service, while associate degree students are required to complete 22 hours.”
      All bachelor's students must complete 45 hours of community service as part of the core.
      “The Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability is the campus office dedicated to supporting and facilitating the university's community service efforts.”
      The Ettling Center is the campus office for community service.
    2. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez is the Director of the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability within the Division of Mission & Ministry.”
      The Ettling Center, the service office, sits within the Division of Mission & Ministry.
  • Single-sex residence halls are available: Agnese and Sky View are all-female and Clement is all-male.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Halls & Meal Plan | Residence Life and Housingmy.uiw.edu/housing/apply-to-housing/index1.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “All Male Hall Dry-hall (no alcohol allowed) View Clement Tour Video”
      Clement Hall is an all-male hall.
      “All Female Hall Dry-hall (no alcohol allowed) Built-in Parking Deck View Agnese Tour Video”
      Agnese Hall is an all-female hall.
  • A Vice President for Mission and Ministry oversees faculty and staff mission formation and the University Mission Committee.
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, is Vice President for Mission and Ministry. She has been with UIW since 1972.”
      A religious sister serves as Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the staff page lists no Catholic priest chaplain.
    2. Employee Faith and Spirituality Initiatives | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/office-mission-and-ministry/employee-faith-spirituality-initiatives.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Employee Faith and Spirituality Initiatives at the University of the Incarnate Word offer programs like faculty development, social justice workshops and ethics across the curriculum. We also have a Mission Committee that sets goals for our faith-based initiatives.”
      The Office of the Vice President for Mission and Ministry runs faculty and staff mission formation and the University Mission Committee.

Inquietudes

  • Confession is offered by appointment and at one reconciliation service each semester.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Reconciliation by Appointment A Catholic reconciliation service (with individual confession) is celebrated in the fall semester, just before the season of Advent, and in the spring semester, during the season of Lent.”
      Confession is by appointment, plus a reconciliation service once each semester.
  • The core requires one religious studies course and one philosophy course, and the religious studies requirement can be met with a general course on religion.
    Fuentes (2)
    1. Undergraduate Core Curriculum | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs/undergraduate-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “9 credit hours from Philosophy and Religious Studies are required. PHIL 1381 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | RELS | Religious Studies course from RELS core selections | 3 | PHIL/RELS | 3 additional upper-level hours from Philosophy or Religious Studies”
      The core requires PHIL 1381, one RELS core course, and 3 more upper-level hours in philosophy or religious studies.
    2. RELS 1325 The Religious Quest | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Cataloguiw.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/undergraduate-catalog/course-descriptions/rels-religious-studies/1000/rels-1325 · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Drawing examples from Christianity and other World Religions, this course considers the roles and functions religion plays in human life and in society.”
      RELS 1325 is a general course on religion drawing on Christianity and other world religions.
      “This course fulfills the undergraduate UIW Core Curriculum requirement in Religious Studies.”
      RELS 1325 satisfies the core religious studies requirement.
  • One student retreat, Crossroads for incoming students, is listed.
    Fuentes (1)
    1. Retreats | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/retreats.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
      “Crossroads, a welcoming retreat hosted by UIW University Mission and Ministry, is designed to help incoming students feel at home at UIW”
      Mission and Ministry hosts the Crossroads retreat for incoming students.

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Inicio de la pastoral universitaria

University Mission and Ministry (Our Lady's Chapel)

  • Dirección: Administration Building (AD), Room 147, 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
  • Ubicación: En el campus
  • Instalaciones: chapel (Our Lady's Chapel, Administration Building first floor)

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Fuente: uiw.edu, verified Oct. 7, 2026, uiw.edu, verified Oct. 7, 2026

Clubes católicos y vida estudiantil

16 groups and regular activities · 12 on campus, 4 off campus

Retiros 1

  • Crossroads RetreatFuera del campus
    Retreat hosted by Mission and Ministry to help incoming students feel at home and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Servicio 6

  • Alternative Spring BreakFuera del campus
    Vacaciones de primavera
    Outreach programs for underserved communities in San Antonio.
  • Center for Refugees ProjectFuera del campus
    Students and faculty connect with recently arrived immigrants in San Antonio.
  • Meet the MissionFuera del campus
    Student-faculty teams volunteer at local organizations such as SAMM Ministries and the Food Bank.
  • Catholic Relief Services chapterEn el campus
    Student chapter of Catholic Relief Services focused on global poverty and service.
  • Community GardenEn el campus
    Student-founded garden behind the Gorman Building; volunteers earn service hours.
  • Golden Harvest food driveEn el campus
    Semestre de otoño
    Annual food drive organized by the Student Government Association.

Formación en la fe 3

  • Bible study groupsEn el campus
    Groups can form at any time during the year
    Groups for students, faculty, and staff using the Ascension Press Bible in a Year podcast.
  • OCIA (Orden de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos)En el campus
    Classes on Catholic beliefs with preparation for Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.
  • Confirmation preparationEn el campus
    Seven months beginning each September
    Program for those completing their initiation into the Catholic Church.

Clubes y grupos 1

  • Breathe (Catholic student group)En el campus
    Young adult Catholic ministry with Mass, community nights, women's and men's groups, rosary walks, service projects, social outings, and retreats.

Liturgia y oración 4

  • Lourdes Grotto MassEn el campus
    First Wednesdays, Oct.-May (except Jan. and March), noon
    Noon Mass at the Lourdes Grotto next to the Student Engagement Center.
  • Community memorial MassEn el campus
    End of each month, Sunday 11 a.m.
    Memorial Mass for departed loved ones of the UIW community within the Sunday liturgy.
  • Liturgical and media ministriesEn el campus
    Students serve in liturgical ministries and a media ministry.
  • All Souls' Day Mass (Dia de los Muertos)En el campus
    November
    Annual Mass in Our Lady's Chapel with a memorial altar.

Otra 1

  • Student peer ministry internsEn el campus
    Student interns who work with the Mission and Ministry staff.

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Fuentes (6)
  1. Mass Times and Sacraments | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/mass-times.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “Daily Mass Our Lady's Chapel Monday-Friday, Noon”
    Daily Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday at noon in Our Lady's Chapel.
    “Mission and Ministry Administration Building (AD) Room #147 4301 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 Phone: (210) 829-3128 Email: ministry@uiwtx.edu”
    The Mission and Ministry office is in Room 147 of the Administration Building at 4301 Broadway.
  2. Meet the Staff | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/about/meet-the-staff.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, is Vice President for Mission and Ministry. She has been with UIW since 1972.”
    A religious sister serves as Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the staff page lists no Catholic priest chaplain.
    “Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, is Vice President for Mission and Ministry. She has been with UIW since 1972.”
    A religious sister serves as Vice President for Mission and Ministry; the staff page lists no Catholic priest chaplain.
  3. Breathe | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/breathe.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “Breathe, a UIW Catholic Student Group, builds a better community where individuals can grow in their relationship with Christ.”
    Breathe is a Catholic student group.
  4. Catholic Relief Services | Faith Formationuiw.edu/ministry/faith-service/faith-formation/catholic-relief-services.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “Explore the various avenues for giving back, such as joining a Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Chapter or participating in community service initiatives.”
    Students can join a Catholic Relief Services chapter.
  5. Traditions | Mission and Ministryuiw.edu/ministry/events/traditions.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “the Latin name for the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, who sponsor the University.”
    The Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word sponsor the university.
  6. Places of Worship | Prayer and Worshipuiw.edu/ministry/prayer-worship/places-of-worship.html · verified Oct. 7, 2026
    “Our Lady’s Chapel Administration Building, First Floor 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209”
    Our Lady's Chapel is on the first floor of the Administration Building on the Broadway campus.

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Excelencia académica

CExcelencia académica: Mixta (calificación C): de 55 a 100 puntos de 100 según lo que documentan las fuentes oficiales. Las calificaciones requieren fuentes para al menos el 60% de la lista de verificación.
63 de 100
De datos federales, en escalas fijas publicadas.

Cada medida cuenta con la proporción indicada.

  • Tasa de graduación 35% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 35% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.51%
  • Retención de primer año 20% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 20% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.71%
  • Puntajes de pruebas de los estudiantes de nuevo ingreso 15% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 15% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.No reportado
  • Proporción de estudiantes por profesor 15% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 15% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.12 a 1
  • Gasto en enseñanza por estudiante 15% de la puntuaciónEsta medida cuenta un 15% de la puntuación de Excelencia académica.$11,151

Las barras muestran puntos en la escala de cada medida. Cómo se calcula la Excelencia académica.

Fuente: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, cohortes más recientes (publicación de datos del 06/10/2026))

Datos del campus

DeportesNCAA División I · Southland Conference
EntornoCiudad
ROTCEjército
Estudios en el extranjeroSe ofrece
Estudiantes por profesor12 a 1

Datos federales (IPEDS). Nada de esto cambia las calificaciones de fe.

Costo y valor

Datos federales, mostrados por separado. El costo, la deuda y los ingresos nunca forman parte de una calificación.

Valor y resultados
Estudiantes de pregrado
Matrícula de otoño (IPEDS)
4,726
Total de estudiantes7,251
Precio neto promedio (por año)
Después de becas, para estudiantes que reciben ayuda federal
$22,775
Costo total de asistencia (por año)$48,681
Mediana de la deuda federal al graduarse$27,000
Tasa de graduación
Estudiantes de nuevo ingreso a tiempo completo que terminan dentro del 150 % del tiempo normal
51%
Retención de primer año71%
Ingresos medianos 10 años después del ingreso$56,733
Tasa de admisión98%
Estudiantes que reciben becas Pell45%

Índice de valor: 42 / 100 (cómo se calcula)

Fuentes: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · calculadora de precio neto
College Scorecard, cohortes más recientes (publicación de datos del 06/10/2026); directorio IPEDS 2024-25 y características institucionales; matrícula de otoño de 2023.

Iglesia local

Arquidiócesis de San Antonio

Mons. Gustavo García-Siller, arzobispo de San Antonio

Tratamiento formal: “Su Excelencia”

Fuente: archsa.org, verificado el 7 oct. 2026.

Diócesis determinada por el condado, según la lista de condados de la diócesis (Wikipedia). Confirme con la diócesis.

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  • IPEDS unit ID 225627
  • Clasificación Carnegie: Universidad doctoral/profesional
  • Acreditación: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, que opera como Commission on Colleges and Universities (DAPIP del Departamento de Educación de EE. UU.)
  • Afiliación religiosa (IPEDS): católica romana
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Preguntas que hacen las familias

Is University of the Incarnate Word a Catholic college?
Yes. University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Its sponsor is Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.
What is University of the Incarnate Word’s Compass Score?
66 de 100 (calificación C). Combina fe (75%) y académicos (25%), cada uno calificado con fuentes oficiales.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of the Incarnate Word?
Mass is listed at Our Lady's Chapel, Administration Building and Chapel of the Incarnate Word. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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