School Overview

Xavier University has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a large city (in Cincinnati, OH). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.

Contacting the School

3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45207-1092
Main Phone: (513) 745-3000
Web Site: www.xavier.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 5,018 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 369 male students and 428 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 46.3% of the student body, while females made up 53.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (9)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (2)%.

School Selectivity

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 540. One quarter of students scored at least 640.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 520 or higher. One fourth of students scored 640 or higher.

Degree Levels

• Certificate, < 1 year
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
• Master's Degree
• Certificate, Post-Master's
• Doctor's Degree

Degree Programs

Business And Management

• Accounting
• Business
• Business Administration
• Business Economics
• Business Statistics And Quantitative Research
• Finance
• Human Resource
• Information Technology
• International Business
• Marketing
• Tax

• Advertising
• Public Relations
• Radio And Television Broadcasting

• Computer Science

• Educational Administration
• Other Education
• Special Education
• Student Services And Counseling
• Teacher
• Vocational Teaching

• Chemical Engineering

• General English Language

• Natural Resources Conservation

• Medical Diagnostics Technician
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Medical Office
• Nursing
• Rehabilitation Training

• Economics
• Government And Political Science
• History
• International Relations
• Sociology

• Liberal Arts

• Biological And Physical Sciences

• Health And Fitness

• Biology

• Classical, Ancient, And Near East Language And Literature
• Germanic Language And Literature
• Romance Language And Literature

• Mathematics

• Fine Arts
• Music

• Philosophy

• Chemistry
• Physics
• Specialized Physical Science

• Criminal Justice

• Clinical Psychology
• General Psychology

• Social Work

• Entrepreneurship

• Theological And Ministerial Studies

School Accreditation

Xavier University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Xavier University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Xavier University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

• Atlantic 10 Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• Accelerated programs
• AP credits
• Credit for life experience
• Weekend college
• Distance learning options
• Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

• ROTC
• Student employment services
• Work-study (Co-op)
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements

• High-school GPA is required.
• Secondary school rank is required.
• Secondary school record is required.
• Standardized test scores are required.
• Recommendations are required.
• The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

• A college preparatory program is recommended.

• A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.