Welcome to UIW at Joint Base San Antonio
The University of the Incarnate Word is proud to serve the men and women of Joint Base San Antonio. With a presence at Fort Sam Houston, Lackland AFB, and Randolph AFB, UIW brings higher education and student support directly to where you live and serve.
At each JBSA location, service members, veterans, and their families can access academic advising, tuition assistance guidance, VA educational benefit support, ROTC opportunities, and flexible degree programs designed for the military lifestyle. Whether you are starting your education, completing a degree, or advancing your career, our dedicated team is here to ensure you have the resources and personal support you need, right on base.
Explore the JBSA locations to learn what services are available near you, connect with our staff, and take the next step in your educational journey with UIW.
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday | 0730 - 1630 CST
UIW-JBSA Locations
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Roosevelt Nettles, Jr.
UIW Military Education Coordinator
2427 Hood St, Trailer 4011-AJBSA-Fort Sam Houston, TX
Zip code: 78234
Phone: 210.841.7217
UIW Email: rnettles@uiwtx.edu
Base email: uiwftsam@uiwtx.edu
Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment here.
Walk-ins are welcome!
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Jessica Torres
UIW Military Education Coordinator
1550 Wurtsmith St. Suite 5JBSA-Lackland AFB, TX
Zip code: 78236
Phone: 210.841.7211
UIW Email: jetorre8@uiwtx.edu
Base email: uiwlackland@uiwtx.edu
Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment here
Walk-ins are welcome!
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Earl Taylor, Jr.
UIW Military Education Coordinator
301 B St. W, Room 36JBSA-Randolph AFB, TX
Zip code: 78150
Phone: 210.841.7218
UIW Email: emtaylo1@uiwtx.edu
Base email: uiwrandolph@uiwtx.edu
Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment here.
Walk-ins are welcome!
Summer 2026 Schedule and Base Pass
- Course on JBSA installations follows Department of Defense (DoD) priority:
- Active Service Members
- Federally Funded DoD Civilian Employees
- DoD Civilian Employees & Active Service Dependents
- Military Retirees
- All Others (including Veterans)
- Non-Military / Veteran Enrollment
- Students outside 1.a. and 1.b. may also request enrollment.
- Requests are considered in priority order, based on space and timing.
- Requests do not guarantee enrollment.
- Requests may be held until the term begins.
- Personal Information Release
- Enrollment requires sharing personal information.
- College staff provides visitors with details to the Education Office and Security Forces two (2) weeks before the term start for access authorization.
- Requirements for base access have recently changed, and there is no guarantee that access passes will be approved. This decision is outside the institution's control.
- Visitor Passes for Non-DoD ID Holders
- Passes must be requested at least 15 days before term starts.
- Only registered students are sponsored; chaparones/drivers are not included. Every person, regardless of affiliation, must have an approved base pass.
- Visitor Pass Process
- Submit an enrollment request.
- After enrollment, staff will email visitor instructions.
- Requirements for Visitor Pass Pickup
- Valid state or federal ID
- Vehicle registration (if driving)
- Current vehicle insurance (if driving)
- Information with tracking number provided by Site Coordinator
Note: Background checks are conducted on-site. Individuals with outstanding warrants will be detained by authorities. If you have any questions about visitor passes, please contact the Site Coordinator for more information.
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