In 1884, San Antonio's first hospital, Santa Rosa Hospital, was founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, a French order; the same order founded the school on land bought from the Colonel George W. Brackinridge family.

Today the University boasts over 3,000 students, many attracted by a strong nursing program, although it offers degrees in some 50 different subject areas. Its Adult Degree Completion Program is designed to make it easier for students to complete unfinished college degrees. Its other unique programs include degrees in Music Therapy and Sports Management.

Location: 4301 Broadway, San Antonio

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