School of Optometry

Quick Facts

UIW QUICK FACTS

  1. UIW was founded in 1881.
  2. UIW has 80 study abroad programs.
  3. UIW is the largest Catholic University in Texas.
  4. UIW colors are red & black.
  5. UIW is one of the largest private institutions in Texas.
  6. The oldest building on campus is the Brackenridge Villa, built in 1852.

SAN ANTONIO QUICK FACTS

  1. San Antonio is the third fastest growing city in America and the seventh largest city in the United States.
  2. The population of San Antonio is 1,328,984.
  3. The average January temperature is 48°F, and the average July temperature is 85°F in San Antonio.
  4. The average annual rainfall in San Antonio is 27 inches.
  5. San Antonio is one of the most affordable cities in America, for both those who live here and those who visit.
  6. More than 26 million people visit San Antonio each year.
  7. San Antonio is home to Texas’ number one most visited attraction, The Alamo.
  8. San Antonio has the third largest zoo in the U.S. with over 3,500 animals. The San Antonio Zoo also shelters more than 230 endangered species.
  9. SeaWorld® San Antonio is the world’s largest marine life adventure park, Schlitterbahn, nearby, is the world’s best water park according to the Travel Channel, and Six Flags® Fiesta Texas® is one of the most visited attractions in the state.
  10. There are 12 accredited universities and colleges in San Antonio.
  11. The major industries of San Antonio are tourism, military, agriculture, and manufacturing.