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Sept. Admissions Information Sessions

Learn about the UIW School of Professional Studies (SPS) 8-week terms at the Admissions Information Sessions on Sept. 9 at noon and Sept. 11 at 6 p.m.

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SPS & Career Services Event Series

Join us for virtual webinars tailored to give you tools to advance in your career.

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B.S. in Criminal Justice

Gain the skills to protect and serve your community with a career-focused degree in criminal justice—delivered 100% online or hybrid.

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Center for Cognitive Bias, Heuristics and Human Behavior

Available August 2025 two dynamic online six-week courses in decision making: CBDMSAI 6000 Artificial Intelligence and CBDMHLTH 6008 Healthcare.

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Studying at the School of Professional Studies

The UIW School of Professional Studies (SPS) offers certificates, associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees 100% online. Benefits for students include free undergraduate textbooks, no academic fees, accelerated courses and reduced tuition rates. SPS courses are taught by scholar practitioner faculty with real-world experience.

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School of Professional Studies by the Numbers

20 degree programs tailored to adults

12:1 student to faculty class ratio

3 different learning formats including 100% online

50% of graduate students earn their degree in two years or less

20+ years of online educational experience

News and Events

UIW School of Professional Studies to offer New Courses in Healthcare and Artificial Intelligence

08/04/2025

August 4, 2025 - This fall, the University of the Incarnate Word School of Professional Studies (UIW SPS) will launch “Cognitive Bias and Applied Decision Making in Healthcare” and “Cognitive Bias and Applied Decision Making in Artificial Intelligence,” two new continuing education courses designed to help professionals recognize and respond to the hidden forces shaping clinical decisions and system outcomes.

Fostering a Military and Veteran Student Community: Graduating SVA President Jessica Andrade

05/09/2025

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has been a top-ranked institution for military and veteran students, having been voted “Best for Vets” by Military Times for two consecutive years. With the extensive efforts made by the Military and Veteran Center, UIW is able to provide and expand opportunities that support all service members who are serving and who have served to protect the rights and freedoms of our country. One of these notable military-affiliated students is Spring 2025 graduate, Jessica “Jay” Andrade.

Jaime Wesolowski, President & CEO of Methodist Healthcare Ministries and Dr. Thomas M. Evans, President of the University of the Incarnate Word

University of the Incarnate Word and Methodist Healthcare Ministries Announce New Partnership

02/03/2025

SAN ANTONIO – February 3, 2025 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and Methodist Healthcare Ministries (MHM) have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will help MHM employees, and their dependents advance their higher education dreams through UIW. Specifically, the agreement, which was formally signed during a ceremony on Monday, January 27, 2025, will allow for MHM employees and their families to pursue, advance, or refine work skills through an array of programs offered through the UIW School of Professional Studies (UIWSPS) at reduced tuition rates.

September Admissions Information Sessions

You are invited to an SPS Admissions Information Session on Sept. 9 at noon and Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. to learn about degree programs, benefits, available resources and more. Speak with an admissions counselor to learn about flexible class options and our 8-week term start dates.

September Admissions Information Sessions

November Admissions Information Sessions

You are invited to an SPS Admissions Information Session on Nov. 17 at noon and Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. to learn about degree programs, benefits, available resources and more. Speak with an admissions counselor to learn about flexible class options and our 8-week term start dates.

November Admissions Information Sessions

SPS and Career Services Event Series

The UIW School of Professional Studies has collaborated with UIW Career Services to offer our students a variety of virtual webinars to promote career development. Two upcoming sessions will be held virtually on Aug. 11 and Sept. 11.

SPS and Career Services Event Series

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Alissa Casanova is a current student studying Organizational Development and Leadership at the School of Professional Studies. Learn why she chose UIW SPS.

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Free Undergraduate Textbooks

Free textbooks are provided for undergraduate students and active-duty students.

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Contact the School of Professional Studies

Admin Office: 3200 McCullough Ave.
Phone: (210) 757-0202

Text: (210) 817-0779

Email: eapadmission@uiwtx.edu

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About the School of Professional Studies

At SPS, we offer high-quality instruction taught by scholar-practitioner faculty, flexible program options and strong student support to help you achieve your academic and professional goals.

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