University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine - UIWSOM

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General Information

Continuing the osteopathic medicine tradition of bringing health care to where it is needed, UIWSOM provides a learner-centered, case-based environment empowering students and faculty to recognize and address the medical needs of underserved populations, specifically those in South Texas. With a focus on primary care, physicians will be well prepared for the ethical, compassionate, and altruistic practice of medicine.

Our goal is to ensure quality, equity, relevance and effectiveness in health care delivery. UIWSOM is located in San Antonio, the country's 7th largest city, and enjoys vibrant cultural diversity, reasonable cost of living, and a growing health care industry. San Antonio is referred to as "Military City, USA" and is home to Ft. Sam Houston, Lackland and Randolph Air Force Bases and San Antonio Military Medical Center, the largest inpatient medical facility in the Department of Defense.

The campus is located at Brooks, home of the former Air Force Aerospace Medical School. Rich in history, as his last official act as president, John F. Kennedy commissioned the former base the day before his assassination in 1963. The JFK legacy continues to be honored and Brooks provides the perfect environment for medical education.

  • Dr. Allen with medical student showing how to conduct OMM
  • UIWSOM students in front of a campus building
  • UIWSOM Mobile health unit

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) flows from the mission of the university and the founding call of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. UIWSOM’s mission is to empower all members of the medical education community to achieve academic, professional and personal success and develop a commitment to lifelong learning through excellence in learner–centered, patient-focused education, justice-based research and meaningful partnerships of osteopathic clinical service across the spectrum of undergraduate, graduate and continuing medical education. The development and application of osteopathic principles of medicine across four years of physician training will promote culturally, linguistically, and community responsive care for all patients to enhance patient safety and improve patient outcomes.

Facilities

Closest City San Antonio, TX

Campus Setting

Urban

Facilities

The 155,000-square-foot renovated campus includes four independent buildings housing administrative services, student services, and library. Other features of the UIWSOM campus include:

  • State-of-the-art anatomy lab with full functioning dissection suite and individual stations with independent computer access.
  • Anatomage table (3D virtual anatomy)
  • Small group collaboration rooms
  • Osteopathic clinical skills learning studio -Experiential learning center housing simulation lags and 12 standardized patient exam rooms.

Student Residence Options

UIWSOM does not have on-campus housing. Please see our website link below for full resources of housing options within five miles or less of Brooks. https://osteopathic-medicine.uiw.edu/about-us/about-san-antonio.html
Student Activities & Support Services
Over 50 student organizations ranging from medical special interest groups, diversity-focused organizations, health and wellness groups, community service focused organizations, and many more.
Accreditation & Affiliation

COM Accreditation Status The School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) to offer the academic program leading to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.


Accreditation COCA guidelines are published on the AOA website. Following the comprehensive initial accreditation site visit and COCA review, the UIWSOM was granted full accreditation in May 2021. The next scheduled site visit and comprehensive accreditation review is scheduled for 2028.

University Affiliation(s) University of the Incarnate Word

Student Demographics
  • 2023-2024

Academic Year Enrollment

Total Medical School Enrollment

626

Total Male

231

Total Female

395

Total Other

11

Total Enrollment Affiliate Institutions

637

First-Year Matriculants

149

First-Year Male Matriculants

49

First-Year Female Matriculants

100

Matriculants In-State

108

Matriculants Out-of-State

41

Self-Reported Race/Ethnicity

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.0%

Asian

43.6%

Black/African American

6.0%

Hispanic/Latino

14.1%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.0%

White

30.9%

Multiple Races

3.4%

Undisclosed

2.0%

Majors of First-Year Matriculants

Science Majors

79.6%

Non-Science Majors

20.4%

Graduate Degrees

22.1%

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Overview

Private Institution

Non-Profit

University of the Incarnate Word

Institutional Affiliation

2015

Year Founded

Urban

Campus Setting

Campus Contact

University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine - UIWSOM

7615 Kennedy Hill, Building 1, San Antonio, Texas 78235

Address

(210) 283-6998

Phone

Admissions Office

(210) 283-6998

Phone

Curricular Offerings

The UIWSOM curriculum is integrated and designed to support students in their acquisition of knowledge, skills and competencies expected at each level of training, and to culminate with entry into graduate medical education programs with the competencies required of an entering PGY1 resident. 

The integrated curriculum components and threads support the UIWSOM mission promoting the principles and practices of osteopathic primary care, social accountability, and community service. The UIWSOM curriculum is divided into two phases, each two years in length. Phase I includes nine weeks of Essentials/EMT and units organized by systems. Each week is defined by a specific theme and anchored by case-based learning 

Phase II includes core, selective, and elective rotations, board preparation, and a ready for residency unit. 

Several threads weave throughout  both phases of the curriculum and include Mental Health and Wellness, Spirituality, Social Accountability, Service and Scholarship, Student Success, Mentoring and Advising, Board Preparation, and Evidence-based Medicine. 

Preparatory Programs

Preparatory/Postbaccalaureate Programs Offered

Master of Biomedical Sciences program
UIWSOM offers a Master in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) program. The MBS program is a one-year, 36-credit hour program designed to enhance the scientific knowledge of graduates who desire to pursue a professional degree in the biomedical sciences or in healthcare including a PhD, a medical degree through either a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program, Physician Assistant, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, or Dentistry.

Special Programs

UIWSOM Direct Admit Program
The Direct Admit option for first-time freshman students leads to a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. This unique program provides special academic and professional advising for UIW students, who upon successful completion of their undergraduate degree, will matriculate to the UIWSOM.

Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs

Dual Degrees/Concurrent Programs Offered

DO/MPH
A joint Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Master of Public Health program is available for current DO students.

Premedical Coursework

Courses below are shown as either Recommended or Required and, when applicable, include the number of semester hours needed.
Science Courses
Anatomy
Recommended
Biochemistry
Recommended
Biology/Zoology
Required With Lab

8 semester hours, including 2 semester hours of lab work

Cell/Molecular Biology
Recommended
Chemistry (Inorganic)
Required With Lab

8 semester hours, including 2 semester hours of lab work

Chemistry (Organic)
Required With Lab

8 semester hours, including 2 semester hours of lab work

Genetics
Recommended
Immunology
Recommended
Microbiology
Recommended
Physics
Required With Lab

8 semester hours, including 2 semester hours of lab work

Physiology
Recommended
Additional Science Courses
Recommended:  Neuroscience, Behavioral Science
Non-Science Courses
College English
Required

6 semester hours

Math/Statistics
Recommended

6 semester hours

Additional Non-Science Courses

Recommended: Philosophy & Humanities, 6 semester hours

Admissions

The Office of Admission reviews and screens all AACOMAS applications completed prior to the deadline. Qualified candidates are then invited to complete a supplemental application. Competitive applicants will be invited to campus to participate in Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs).

Admissions Processes

Interview Options: Option to interview virtually or in-person

Physician letter required? MD or DO

Virtual Shadowing Options? Will accept EITHER virtual or in-person shadowing

Accepts online coursework to fulfill prerequisite requirements? Yes

Accepts prerequisite coursework pass/fail grades? No

Will your institution waive MCAT exam requirements? Yes, but only in certain circumstances

Only for those in our High School Direct Admit Program 

Accepts online lab coursework? Yes

Application Information

Earliest Application Submission Date: May 6, 2024

Primary Application Deadline: March 15, 2025

Submission Timing for Best Consideration

For best consideration, applicants should submit their AACOMAS application at least six weeks prior to the deadline.

First Year Class Matriculant's Selection Factors

UIWSOM seeks to attract qualified applicants who demonstrate a commitment to serving the needs of underserved communities, particularly those in South Texas, through primary care practice. As part of a holistic review process, the UIWSOM admissions committee will consider the following:

  • Motivation, dedication, and passion for the osteopathic medical profession
  • Commitment to social accountability and alignment with UIW mission
  • Academic achievement and scholarship
  • Life experience

International Students Accepted? Does Not Accept International Students

Are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) students considered for admissions? No

Application Interview Format: Multi-Mini Interviews (MMI)

Multi-Mini Interviews (MMI) and Group interviews.

Early Decision Program (EDP)

EDP Offered? No

EDP Applications Submitted To AACOMAS

Supplemental Application

Supplemental Application Required? Yes

Applicants must meet internal cut-off GPA and MCAT requirements.

Earliest Supplemental Application Submission Date: June 15, 2024

Supplemental Application Deadline: April 1, 2025

Supplemental Application Sent To: Screened Applicants

Invited applicants who pass holistic review

Supplemental Application Fee: $50

Supplemental Application Fee Refundable? No

Supplemental Application Fee Waiver Available? Yes

Receive AACOMAS and/or AMCAS waiver.
Acceptances/Deposit Schedule

Earliest Acceptance Date

August 1, 2024

Latest Acceptance Date

May 1, 2025

Orientation/Start Date for First Year Students

July 22, 2025

Deferred Entrance Requests Considered? Yes

Acceptance/deposit deadlines conform to the AACOMAS Traffic Guidelines Schedule? Yes

Osteopathic Medical College (COM) applicants may be asked to submit necessary matriculation documents, including a deposit, according to the following AACOMAS traffic guideline schedule:

  • Those accepted prior to November 15 to have until December 14.
  • Those accepted between November 15 and January 14 to have 30 days
  • Those accepted between January 15 and April 30 to have 14 days.
  • Those accepted on or after May 1 may be asked by the accepting COM for an immediate deposit.
  • After May 1 of the year of matriculation, each COM has the discretion to implement COM-specific procedures for accepted students who hold one or more seats at other COMs.
MCAT/GPA Information

Mean MCAT Score

502.7

Avg. Cum. Undergrad GPA Score

3.58

Oldest MCAT Considered: June 1, 2020

Latest MCAT Score Accepted: January 31, 2025

Accepted Sources for Letters of Recommendation

  • AACOMAS
  • Interfolio

Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid

2024-2025 Academic Year

Tuition

In-State Tuition

$62,400

Out-of-State Tuition

$62,400

Fees

Annual Fees

In-State Resident Fees

$2,300

Out-of-State Resident Fees

$2,300

Health Insurance Fee

$4,983

Tuition Fees Include

Health Service
Lab
Student Activities
Student Services
Technology (not computer)

Estimates, Deposits, and More

Estimated Annual Room Board, Books, and Living Costs

$30,944

Average Graduate Indebtedness

$250,868

Acceptance Deposit

$1,200

Additional Deposit

$0

Deposit Applied to Tuition? Yes

$1,000 is applied.

Deposit Refundable? No

Financial Aid

Percent of Enrolled Students with Financial Aid 88.5%

Scholarships Offered? Yes

Annual Scholarship/Grant Per Student: $11,056