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The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is a private Catholic university in San Antonio, Texas, known for strong programs in nursing, business, psychology, education, social work, and health‑related fields plus a mid‑size, service‑driven campus and Division I athletics. Students often rave about the faith‑centered but inclusive community, many clubs and ministry opportunities, the river‑side campus, and the chance to live in a vibrant city while still enjoying a close‑knit, values‑focused environment.

State

Texas

Student Population

6,300

Acceptance Rate

93–98%

GPA Range

3.0–3.3

SAT Range

870–1140

Common Majors

nursing, business administration, psychology, social work, education

“I love UIW’s faith‑driven but open‑minded vibe, how many students and faculty feel like extended family, and how easy it is to plug into ministries and San Antonio‑area internships, but from a past‑student view I’ll say the slower‑paced campus updates, some housing and parking issues, and the commuter‑heavy feel can be more noticeable once you’re past the first‑year glow.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$38,650

Conference

Southland Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

73.5

Avg Women's Scores

76

Men's Team Notes

Cardinals finished sixth at Military City Collegiate on TPC San Antonio-Canyons Course (899 total), surging with 299 finale led by Rhys Nicholas' T5 (218). Historic second at Grier Jones Shocker Invitational and four top-3s featured program-low scoring average through birdie barrages amid Texas winds.

Women's Team Notes

UIW women competed competitively at Southland Conference events on The Bandit Golf Club and Fairway Oaks. Resilient finishes at ULM Invitational and SLC Championship highlighted balanced par-4 scoring (4.25 avg) across Louisiana layouts, with team depth driving steady birdie opportunities through Gulf Coast challenges.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Thomas Kearney

Women's Coach

Dee Thompson

Men's Email

tkearney@uiwtx.edu

Women's Email

dthompson@uiwtx.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Thomas Kearney was tabbed as the next Head Men's Golf Coach in July of 2023. Kearney came to UIW following a 10-year stint at St. Mary's University where he coached both Men's and Women's programs to eight consecutive NCAA Regional appearances. In his first season as head coach Thomas led the Cardinals to a historical season. UIW also had their lowest ranking, team scoring average, lowest individual season scoring averages in program history.

Women's Coach Bio

Dee Thompson heads UIW women's golf program within Southland competition, emphasizing team scoring and individual medals through Gulf Coast events. Her Cardinals compete at venues like The Club at Flying Horse, fostering academic-athletic balance while targeting conference postseason success in San Antonio's growing D1 landscape.

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