Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH | xavier.edu
Xavier University is a Jesuit Catholic University in Cincinnati, Ohio, annually ranked among the nation’s best universities. Founded in 1831, Xavier is the oldest Catholic College in Ohio. Our four colleges offer 90+ undergraduate majors, 60+ minors and 40+ graduate programs to approximately 7,000 total students, including 5,300 undergraduates. When students come to Xavier University, they get a cozy campus with all the benefits of the big city of Cincinnati just down the road. Yes, Cincinnati is famous for baseball, chili, and events on the Ohio River. But we can also brag about the region’s multiple Fortune 500 companies, its quaint neighborhoods, a variety of festivals and entertainment for all occasions. It’s the perfect place to start a career or unwind after a long day. Explore what’s great about going to college in Cincinnati.
Representatives
Ed Devine
He/Him/His
Western Regional Director of Admission, Manager of Constituent Relations
(805) 766-1189 devinee3@xavier.edu
Details
Institution Type
Private
Campus Setting
Urban
Closest Airport (Distance)
CVG (18 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
5,300 / 7,000
Average Class Size
20
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
12:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
55% / 24% / 3%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Big East
Mid-Range ACT / SAT
22 - 28 / 1060 - 1250
Average GPA
3.52
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted
Scholarships: Weighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
15,011 / 11,734 (78%)
Deposits
1,244
Applications Accepted
Common App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? Yes
Rolling Admission? Yes
Admission Interview? Optional
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Priority: Dec 1
Rolling after Dec 1
Transfer App Deadline
Fall Priority: May 1
Spring Priority: Dec 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Priority: Dec 1
Final: Feb 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
Fall: April 1
Spring: Dec 1
Link to Scholarship Info
xavier.edu/undergraduate-admission/tuition-and-aid/scholarships
Points of Pride
98% of Xavier graduates are employed, attending grad school or working in service or volunteer positions within six months of graduation.
Cincinnati has been rated as a #1 city for new college graduates by U.S. News & World Report and Smartasset based on job and internship availability, affordability and fun things to do.
All Xavier students have a 6 member Success Team supporting them from application to graduation and beyond. Admission and Financial Aid counselors prepares students to work with Peer Mentors and a Success Coach. The Success coach helps students connect with faculty as well as a Career Coach and Professional Mentor.
