University of the Incarnate Word Acceptance Rate &
University of the Incarnate Word is a private research university in San Antonio, Texas, serving roughly 4,440 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 98.14% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,733 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $37,090
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,775 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.14% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,440 90.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.98%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 43.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 0.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 45.8%
- Average SAT Score: 1042
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,705
- Applicants (IPEDS): 11,162
- Room & Board: $14,296 annual estimate
University of the Incarnate Word: what the data shows
Common questions about University of the Incarnate Word, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of the Incarnate Word?
University of the Incarnate Word is located in San Antonio, TX (ZIP 78209).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of the Incarnate Word public or private?
University of the Incarnate Word is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of the Incarnate Word cost?
Published tuition: $37,090.
Average net price after aid: $22,775.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,260 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,487 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,950 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,084 |
| $110,001+ | $31,539 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $148,360.
How hard is it to get into University of the Incarnate Word?
Admission rate: 98.14%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1042 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of the Incarnate Word?
Total enrollment: 4,440 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,705 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,409 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of the Incarnate Word?
150%-time completion rate: 50.98%.
First-year retention: 71.3%.
What do graduates of University of the Incarnate Word earn?
Median earnings: $47,625 six years after entry; $56,733 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
44.60% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of the Incarnate Word known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (294 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (161 completions)
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (140 completions)
- Organizational Behavior Studies (128 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (103 completions)
- Psychology, General (81 completions)
- Pharmacy (70 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (69 completions)
- Optometry (58 completions)
- Accounting (57 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of the Incarnate Word a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.14%; completion rate 50.98%; median earnings $56,733 at 10 years; net price $22,775. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$37,090
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of the Incarnate Word was $37,090.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,775
2024 Value
In 2024 University of the Incarnate Word had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,775.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$91,100 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,775 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$148,360 4-Year Tuition
$14,296 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$51,636 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$206,544 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of the Incarnate Word.
Financial Aid by Income Level
44.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
48.56% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of the Incarnate Word was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of the Incarnate Word in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $24,790 | $24,790 | $19,405 |
| 2014 | $26,490 | $26,490 | $19,401 |
| 2015 | $27,798 | $27,798 | $20,821 |
| 2016 | $28,898 | $28,898 | $20,520 |
| 2017 | $29,990 | $29,990 | $21,431 |
| 2018 | $31,484 | $31,484 | $23,441 |
| 2019 | $32,576 | $32,576 | $24,784 |
| 2020 | $32,286 | $32,286 | $23,126 |
| 2021 | $33,100 | $33,100 | $21,244 |
| 2022 | $34,400 | $34,400 | $20,618 |
| 2023 | $35,660 | $35,660 | $20,498 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.14% Acceptance Rate
11,162 Total Applicants
10,421 Students Admitted
1,067 First-Time Students Enrolled
10.24% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1042
ACT Average: 20
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of the Incarnate Word reported total enrollment of about 4,440 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (65.7%), White (15.2%), and Black or African American (7.4%). About 44.60% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 43.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of the Incarnate Word in 2024 is 4,440 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,705 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,409 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 65.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
38.34% 100% Completion Time
50.98% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 38.34% of students graduating from University of the Incarnate Word completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 58% male / 42% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 18% male / 82% female
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 34% male / 66% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of the Incarnate Word.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$56,733 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.59% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
522.76% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of the Incarnate Word.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 80 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 294 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 161 completions
3. Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 140 completions
4. Organizational Behavior Studies: 128 completions
5. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 103 completions
6. Psychology, General: 81 completions
7. Pharmacy: 70 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 69 completions
9. Optometry: 58 completions
Most popular programs at University of the Incarnate Word.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of the Incarnate Word graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of the Incarnate Word from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 45.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,001
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,151
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of the Incarnate Word is a private non-profit institution located in San Antonio, TX, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy. Enrollment is approximately 4,440 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (65.7%), White (15.2%), Black or African American (7.4%). The admission rate is 98.14%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1042. The 150%-time completion rate is 50.98%. Approximately 44.60% of students receive Pell Grants. About 43.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
San Antonio, TX 78209
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 80 distinct degree programs, University of the Incarnate Word provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of the Incarnate Word located?
University of the Incarnate Word is located in San Antonio, TX.
What is University of the Incarnate Word's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of the Incarnate Word is 98.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 11,162 applicants and 10,421 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of the Incarnate Word cost?
Reported tuition is $37,090 and average net price is $22,775 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,296 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of the Incarnate Word?
University of the Incarnate Word reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,705 students, Hispanic or Latino (65.7%), White (15.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of the Incarnate Word?
About 43.3% of students at University of the Incarnate Word are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of the Incarnate Word?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of the Incarnate Word reports midpoint SAT about 1042 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of University of the Incarnate Word earn?
Median earnings are $47,625 six years after entry and $56,733 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of the Incarnate Word?
The 150%-time completion rate is 51.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of the Incarnate Word students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is University of the Incarnate Word public or private?
University of the Incarnate Word is a private nonprofit institution located in San Antonio, TX.
Is University of the Incarnate Word an HBCU?
No. University of the Incarnate Word is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of the Incarnate Word a tribal college?
No. University of the Incarnate Word is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- San Antonio, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.