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Xavier University

#350 in US ranking Cincinnati, OH
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Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$69,060
Tuition & fees
$52,710
Avg. aid
$29,179
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
86%
SAT range
1103–1310
ACT range
22–29

Outcomes

Graduation rate
69%
Median salary
$64,858
1 yr after graduation

What does Xavier University offer in terms of athletics?

Xavier competes in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Big East Conference. Men's and women's basketball are among its varsity sports; its varsity offerings also include sports such as soccer, baseball, volleyball, swimming and diving, and track and field, depending on the team.

Varsity teams are only one way to participate in sports. Xavier also has club and recreational opportunities, which can differ in selection, travel, competitive level, and time commitment. A long list of sports associated with student activity should not be mistaken for a list of NCAA teams: students interested in a particular sport should check whether it is varsity, club, or intramural and what participation requires.

What student groups and Associations are available at Xavier University?

Xavier has student organizations spanning professional interests, cultural communities, service, recreation, and the arts. Examples in its student-activity information include Delta Sigma Pi, the American Marketing Association, 4 Paws for Ability, the Outdoor Club, and the Black Student Association.

These groups serve different purposes: a professional association can connect coursework with a field of work, while a service or outdoor group offers a different way to meet peers. Student government, performing arts, and religious activities provide other routes into campus involvement. Organization rosters and meeting schedules can change from year to year, so a prospective student looking for a specific group should check the current student-organization directory rather than assume every listed activity meets every term.

Who studies at Xavier University?

Xavier reports total enrollment of 5,501 students. Its reported first-time entering undergraduate group numbered 927, and it enrolled 237 transfer-in degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates in the same reporting context. These figures describe different populations and should not be added together as though they represented the entire university.

The geographic profile reports 45% of students from Ohio, 53% from other U.S. states, and 2% from other countries. The reported student body includes traditional college-age students as well as adults returning to study. That mix is useful context for an applicant, though a university-wide profile may differ substantially from the students in a particular graduate program, evening class, or residence hall.

Peterson's reported race and ethnicity counts include 2,660 White students, 444 Black or African American students, and 245 Hispanic or Latino students. Such categories summarize enrollment; they do not describe any individual student's identity or experience. Applicants seeking a more precise comparison should pay attention to the population and year attached to a demographic report.

How does student life look like at Xavier University?

Everyday life at Xavier combines a residential campus with access to a larger city. Reported campus activities include student media, theater, choral groups, and recreational sports. The university also provides a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling services.

Orientation and first-year activities can help new students find academic support and meet people outside their classes. The pattern may differ for a transfer student or an adult learner who spends less time on campus. Xavier reports that 46% of students live on campus, so both residential and nonresidential perspectives matter when judging when activities take place and how easy they are to attend.

Students who want a particular kind of community can look at actual meeting times, campus programming, and the services they expect to use. A scheduled evening event, for example, may be straightforward for a resident and a more deliberate travel decision for someone commuting.

What libraries are available to students at Xavier University?

McDonald Memorial Library is Xavier's main library. Together with nearby learning and study spaces, it gives students access to research materials, places to work individually or with others, and assistance with finding and evaluating sources.

Students can use library research support and digital academic resources in addition to physical collections. Study rooms can be reserved, which matters for group assignments or quieter work. The reported library information does not identify a study area that remains open 24 hours, so students who rely on late-night access should check current building and service hours, especially during exams and university breaks.

Xavier University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

5501

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

693

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

373 full time, 223 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Xavier University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 4,239
Graduate: 1,262

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 4,613
Part-time: 888

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 393
Men: 300

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 245
Black or African American: 444
White: 2,660
American Indian or Alaska Native: 2
Asian: 71
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 2
Two or more races: 159
Unknown: 48

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Xavier University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

MenMenMen

Basketball

BothMenMen

Bowling

–BothWomen

Cheerleading

–Both–

Cross-country running

Both–Both

Equestrian sports

–Both–

Fencing

–Both–

Field hockey

–Both–

Golf

BothBothMen

Gymnastics

–Both–

Ice hockey

–Men–

Lacrosse

WomenBoth–

Rugby

–Men–

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

–Women–

Squash

–Both–

Swimming and diving

BothBothBoth

Tennis

BothBothMen

Track and field

Both–Men

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenMen–

Water polo

–MenWomen

Weight lifting

–Both–

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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