Xavier University

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Xavier men and women become people of learning and reflection, integrity and achievement, and solidarity between others.
Xavier is a Jesuit Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts tradition. Our mission is to educate each student intellectually, morally, and spiritually. We create learning opportunities through rigorous academic and professional programs integrated with co-curricular engagement. In an inclusive environment of open and free inquiry, we prepare students for a world that is increasingly complex and interdependent. Driven by our commitment to educating the whole person, promoting the common good, and serving others, the Xavier community challenges and supports all our members as we cultivate lives of reflection, compassion, and informed action.
Xavier University, a comprehensive university in the Jesuit tradition, excels at educating students intellectually, morally, and spiritually by challenging them to become men and women of integrity and compassion. We inspire one another to achieve our full potential and to engage in society as competent, thoughtful, and responsible global citizens. We value academic rigor, research, reflection, and the integration of knowledge and action that works toward bettering society.
According to the U.S. News & World Report rankings, our graduation rate is one of the best in the Midwest. On top of that, 98% of Xavier grads are employed, volunteering, or in graduate school within six months of graduating.
A college education is the best investment you can make. As a Xavier student, you are not just investing in your four years of education. You are investing in a lifetime of continuous learning. You also become a life-long member of a community of learners, teachers, givers, and supporters. To make this investment possible, Xavier offers many different types of financial assistance, including scholarships, grants, student employment, and loans. Payment plans are also available to help families manage their payments throughout the school year.
All students who apply for admission to Xavier are considered for merit scholarships. However, there are opportunities for additional scholarships available, based on major, involvement in community service, commitment to diversity, artistic talent, and more. In addition to scholarship opportunities at Xavier, many of our students also take advantage of Federal Financial Aid that is available to them. Over 60% of our students are on need-based financial aid.
The federal government offers grants, the State of Ohio, selected other states, and Xavier University. In general, grants are awarded to students based on financial need or a specific talent. Like scholarships, grants are a great way to finance a college education.
The University participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program, where borrowers obtain loan funds directly from the U.S. Department of Education.
Xavier University has a new off-campus location — your town. Xavier is committed to bringing its award-winning educational offerings online and now offers more than 100 courses online. All online courses and programs maintain the academic rigor, Jesuit values, and personal attention found in Xavier's on-campus courses. However, they can be completed in the comfort and convenience of your home. So get started, get caught up or get ahead. Your degree is just a click away.
Going to Xavier means being part of a community that celebrates all cultures and faiths. With just under 7,000 students and a 12:1 student to faculty ratio, you'll get the personal attention you need to succeed.
The campus is located in a beautiful Midwestern city known for its startup technology community, four distinct seasons, and love of the arts. Businesses headquartered there include Procter and Gamble, Fifth Third Bancorp, Macy's, and General Electric (GE). Jesuit education is both personal and challenging. At Xavier, you'll develop your chosen major and discover your talents to prepare for your career. You'll also focus on shaping your ethics and values, growing spiritually, volunteering, and beginning love for lifelong learning.
Ask students at Xavier, and they will tell you many of the best moments of your college experience will be spent outside the classroom. Connect with campus life by exploring 160+ clubs and organizations, housing and dorm options, opportunities for service and student involvement, ways to cheer on our 18 D-1 athletic teams, the city of Cincinnati, faith, and religion on campus and more.
You belong here. With 160+ clubs and hundreds of student involvement opportunities to choose from, students from all over the nation and globe come together to find their passions and thrive at Xavier. However, do not just take our word for it. Hear what students love most about life on campus.
Please become part of the culture of athletic excellence at Xavier by exploring club sports opportunities, taking advantage of our recreational facilities, and cheering on the Xavier Musketeers. Stemming from centuries of Jesuit commitment to educating the whole person, Xavier has a rich history, including a Jesuit heritage. As Jesuit schools have educated society's leaders for over 450 years, Xavier's Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence inspires students to think and communicate effectively, foster a love of lifelong learning, serve others, and to find God in all things.

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