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Founded in 1881, University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is a private university committed to educational excellence. The UIW School of Professional Studies (SPS) provides educational opportunities for busy adults and professionals in a non-traditional format. SPS offers certificates, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees online or at one of four learning centers in both San Antonio and Corpus Christi. SPS also offers continuing education opportunities including a variety of certifications and professional programs. SPS full-time faculty are assisted in the classroom by scholar practitioners who help bring real-world experience in their fields. The degree programs offered are chosen for their content rich curriculum and their applicability to today’s needs.

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“I’m able to take away key concepts that have enriched my interpersonal skills and decision-making in my career. I am more valuable to my team now than ever before.” — Chris De Hoyos, SPS Alum

Get to know University of the Incarnate Word

759
Total enrollment
Enrolled female students
47%
 
Enrolled male students
53%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time students
58%
 
Part-time students
42%
 
Full-time to Part-time Ratio
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Retention rate
13:1
Student/teacher ratio
25
Max. class size
37
Avg. student age
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Military students enrolled
$3,180
Full-time tuition cost
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3-year graduation rate
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4-year graduation rate
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5-year graduation rate
$960
Cost per credit
18 months
Avg. time to graduation
Rolling
Application deadline
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Acceptance rate
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Full-time faculty w/ terminal degree

Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

  • Online Asynchronous
  • On Campus Days
  • On Campus Nights
  • On Campus Weekends
  • Blended
  • Accelerated
  • 24/7 Technical Support
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Affordability

Affordability

  • Accepts prior learning credit
  • Accepts military service credit
  • Scholarships
  • Employer tuition benefits
  • GI Bill certified
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
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Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Writing Center
  • Tutoring
  • Career Services
  • Financial Aid
  • Advisors
  • Labs
  • Library
  • Dining Services
  • Alumni Networking
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Administration
MBA
Organizational Development & Leadership
Teacher Leadership
DBA
Administration

Master of Arts in Administration

The MAA curriculum is designed to develop ethical and accountable administrators who are able to conceptualize and critically analyze complex organizational issues within their specialty areas and who are able to persuasively communicate toward a course of action that is in the best interests of those they serve.

Choose from four concentrations:

  • Applied Administration
  • Communication Art
  • Criminal Justice Leadership
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Program Details
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Online
  • Blended
  • Evening On Campus
Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Cost: $960 per credit hour
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Learn more about the Master of Arts in Administration program here.

MBA

Master of Business Administration (Professional)

The Professional Master of Business Administration will develop proficiency and confidence in all of the functional areas of business. In addition to providing the technical skills required for an executive-level business position, this degree also emphasizes ethical considerations of doing business.

“Great Brick and Mortar school with an excellent online program. Graduated with a B.S.B.A and now starting on an M.B.A. Excellent Academic advisors and staff.” — Kacper S., SPS Alum

Concentrations
  • Asset Management
  • Data Analytics
  • Human Resource Management
Program Details
  • Can be completed in 10 months
  • No GMAT or GRE required
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Online
  • Blended
  • Evening On Campus
Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Cost: $960 per credit hour
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Learn more about the Master of Business Administration program here.

Organizational Development & Leadership

Master of Science in Organizational Development and Leadership

The Master of Science in Organizational Development and Leadership (MSODL) is an accelerated graduate program designed to enhance each students’ understanding of the fundamental practices of organizational development while enabling the acquisition of the analytical skills necessary to lead others. The MSODL consists of only 10 courses representing key functional areas of organizational development and leadership including a capstone course that requires the student to develop a new, comprehensive case study under the supervision of a practicing Leader/Mentor.

Program Details
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Online
  • Blended
  • Evening On Campus
Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Cost: $960 per credit hour
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Learn more about the Master of Science in Organizational Development & Leadership program here.

Teacher Leadership

Master of Arts in Teacher Leadership

The Master of Arts in Teacher Leadership (M.A.) is designed for PK-12 teachers who want to continue in the classroom while assuming leadership roles in their school and community. This University of the Incarnate Word degree program focuses on the “teacher as a leader” and empowers experienced teachers to effect change and improve student learning. This degree program is appropriate for teachers who wish to advance their current work or assume master teacher roles as department heads, team leaders, curriculum leaders, instructional coaches or informal teacher leaders. Students are not required to be certified teachers to enter this program.

Program Details
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Online
Admissions
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Cost: $960 per credit hour
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Learn more about the Master of Arts in Teacher Leadership program here.

DBA

Doctor of Business Administration

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) builds on the knowledge and skills of students who have completed master’s level study in business and business-related disciplines. This 15-course online program creates scholar-practitioners who are able to provide meaningful contributions to the advancement of business research and practice.

Program Details
  • Full-time or part-time
  • Online
Admissions
  • Deadline for Summer 2019: April 28
  • Deadline for Fall 2019: August 18
  • Cost: $1,000 per credit hour
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Learn more about the Doctor of Business Administration program here.

What Others are Saying

Nearly 90% of Alumni from the SPS graduate programs agreed, “My UIW experiences have prepared me for the career I hope to pursue.”
— UIW Graduate Exit Survey

Contact University of the Incarnate Word

Contact Admissions

sps.uiw.edu/admissions
(800) 318-1876
eapadmission@uiwtx.edu

Campus Location

4301 Broadway
CPO 312
San Antonio, TX 78209

(210) 757-0202

Find UIW Online

sps.uiw.edu

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