Texas university earns No.1 spot in new ranking

University of the Incarnate Word's pharmacy school tops state in licensure exam pass rate

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Feik School of Pharmacy students achieved a 97% pass rate on the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX), the highest in the school's history and the best in the state of Texas.

Why it matters

The NAPLEX is a high-stakes exam used to determine competency for pharmacy licensure in the U.S. and Canada. UIW's top performance demonstrates the quality of its pharmacy program and its ability to prepare students for successful careers as pharmacists, especially in serving underserved communities across Texas.

The details

For the past five years, UIW's Feik School of Pharmacy has ranked in the top three in Texas for NAPLEX pass rates. However, this is the first time the school has achieved the No. 1 spot, outperforming the nine other pharmacy schools in the state. The school's 97% pass rate surpassed the state average of 87% and placed UIW seventh out of 142 pharmacy programs nationally.

  • The NAPLEX results are from 2026.
  • UIW announced its No. 1 ranking in Texas on February 4, 2026.

The players

University of the Incarnate Word (UIW)

A private Catholic university in San Antonio, Texas, that founded the Feik School of Pharmacy in 2004 to train a new generation of culturally competent pharmacists and patient advocates.

Feik School of Pharmacy

UIW's pharmacy school that places a special emphasis on serving underserved populations across Texas.

Dr. David Maize

The dean of the UIW Feik School of Pharmacy.

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What they’re saying

“We are very proud of the Class of 2025 on their performance. It was their hard work and the dedication of the faculty and staff that made it possible. The Feik School of Pharmacy provides a superior education in a supportive environment. This is what makes us the 'Pharmily'.”

— Dr. David Maize, Dean, UIW Feik School of Pharmacy (Press release)

The takeaway

UIW's Feik School of Pharmacy has established itself as a leader in pharmacy education in Texas, producing highly trained and culturally competent pharmacists who are well-prepared to serve diverse communities across the state. This achievement underscores the school's commitment to excellence and its ability to set its graduates up for success in the field.