Doctor of Physical Therapy
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program optimizes movement and wellness for the common good.
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Doctor of Occupational Therapy
The Doctor of Occupational Therapy program will demonstrate UIW’s core values through education, truth, faith, service and innovation.
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Master of Science in Athletic Training
The MSAT degree program allows students to apply knowledge and expertise to improve healthcare for the physically active and serve as healthcare leaders in their communities.
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Curriculum Features Problem-Based Learning
Instead of simply memorizing facts, students are taught the process of clinical reasoning by using patient case studies. This provides the framework to learn concepts, ask questions, research possible answers and determine the relevance of that information.
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Global Connections
Students can learn from, with and about each other through immersive practical experiences in diverse environments such as participating in an interprofessional mission trip in Oaxaca, Mexico; assisting with clinical education in a rehabilitation center in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; working with IPETH physical therapy students in Puebla, Mexico; or practicing in various clinical sites in Italy.
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Scholarship Support
Endowments, individual gifts and foundation and industry support all help to provide School of Rehabilitation Sciences students financial support in the form of both need-based and merit-based scholarships.
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In the Media
To minimize washouts, Air Force is teaching recruits how to run without getting injured
San Antonio Express-News – The Human Performance Squadron at JBSA-Lackland in San Antonio aims to reduce injuries during basic training.
Read about a successful military training program that had its roots at UIW.
September 2025 School Higlights
UIWSRS DPT Students and Faculty Celebrate 9 Years of Serving the Quijotes Mission Trip!
Since 2016, UIWSRS has been instrumental in supporting the Quijote’s mission trip, which is dedicated to delivering physical therapy, health outreach, and cultural exchange services to underserved communities in Oaxaca, Mexico. UIWSRS’s contributions include the preparation of students, coordination of logistics, and the continuous expansion of the mission’s scope. This collaboration not only provides students with invaluable practical experience but also cultivates a profound sense of service and connection to the communities served.
School of Rehabilitation Sciences Mission
The School of Rehabilitation Sciences educates high-quality healthcare providers who are committed to maximizing individual function, achieving population health and wellness, and serving the common good of society.
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Interim Dean's Message
Thank you for your interest in the University of the Incarnate Word School of Rehabilitation Sciences. It is my pleasure to share information about our program and faculty to help you make an informed decision about your future.
- Scott Shaffer, PT, PhD, ECS
Contact the School of Rehabilitation Sciences
Address: 9160 Guilbeau Rd, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 283-6477
Email: dptadmissions@uiwtx.edu