Xavier University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Xavier University is a private research university in Cincinnati, Ohio, serving roughly 4,207 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 86.41% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $64,873 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $50,640
- 2024 Average Net Price: $32,997 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.41% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,207 96.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 68.65%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 16.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 22.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 57.8%
- Average SAT Score: 1217
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,575
- Applicants (IPEDS): 16,750
- Room & Board: $13,920 annual estimate
Xavier University: what the data shows
Common questions about Xavier University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Xavier University?
Xavier University is located in Cincinnati, OH (ZIP 45207-1092).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Xavier University public or private?
Xavier University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Xavier University cost?
Published tuition: $50,640.
Average net price after aid: $32,997.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $26,728 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $28,201 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $32,175 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $33,824 |
| $110,001+ | $35,451 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $202,560.
How hard is it to get into Xavier University?
Admission rate: 86.41%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1217 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Xavier University?
Total enrollment: 4,207 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,575 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,262 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Xavier University?
150%-time completion rate: 68.65%.
First-year retention: 77.5%.
What do graduates of Xavier University earn?
Median earnings: $54,758 six years after entry; $64,873 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
16.27% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Xavier University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (305 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (138 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (118 completions)
- Psychology, General (75 completions)
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor (64 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (62 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (61 completions)
- Finance, General (59 completions)
- Accounting (50 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (49 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Xavier University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.41%; completion rate 68.65%; median earnings $64,873 at 10 years; net price $32,997. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$50,640
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Xavier University was $50,640.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$32,997
2024 Value
In 2024 Xavier University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $32,997.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$131,988 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$32,997 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$202,560 4-Year Tuition
$13,920 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$65,860 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$263,440 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Xavier University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
16.27% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.54% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Xavier University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Xavier University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $33,000 | $33,000 | $28,007 |
| 2014 | $33,960 | $33,960 | $27,701 |
| 2015 | $35,080 | $35,080 | $27,418 |
| 2016 | $36,150 | $36,150 | $27,391 |
| 2017 | $37,230 | $37,230 | $30,019 |
| 2018 | $38,530 | $38,530 | $31,305 |
| 2019 | $40,450 | $40,450 | $32,250 |
| 2020 | $42,460 | $42,460 | $34,592 |
| 2021 | $42,460 | $42,460 | $31,642 |
| 2022 | $45,000 | $45,000 | $26,310 |
| 2023 | $48,125 | $48,125 | $32,342 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86.41% Acceptance Rate
16,750 Total Applicants
14,694 Students Admitted
1,229 First-Time Students Enrolled
8.36% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1217
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Xavier University reported total enrollment of about 4,207 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 45% male and 55% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (72.6%), Black or African American (11.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (6.9%). About 16.27% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 16.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Xavier University in 2024 is 4,207 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,575 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,262 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 72.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
58.84% 100% Completion Time
68.65% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 58.84% of students graduating from Xavier University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 17% male / 83% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 70% male / 30% female
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 57% male / 43% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Xavier University.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$64,873 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.84% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
391.51% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Xavier University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 82 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 305 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 138 completions
3. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 118 completions
4. Psychology, General: 75 completions
5. Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 64 completions
6. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 62 completions
7. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 61 completions
8. Finance, General: 59 completions
9. Accounting: 50 completions
Most popular programs at Xavier University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Xavier University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Xavier University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 57.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,257
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,013
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Xavier University is a private non-profit institution located in Cincinnati, OH, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 4,207 students. Student body composition includes White (72.6%), Black or African American (11.9%), Hispanic or Latino (6.9%). The admission rate is 86.41%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1217. The 150%-time completion rate is 68.65%. Approximately 16.27% of students receive Pell Grants. About 16.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Cincinnati, OH 45207-1092
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 82 distinct degree programs, Xavier University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Xavier University located?
Xavier University is located in Cincinnati, OH.
What is Xavier University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Xavier University is 86.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 16,750 applicants and 14,694 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Xavier University cost?
Reported tuition is $50,640 and average net price is $32,997 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,920 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Xavier University?
Xavier University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,575 students, White (72.6%), Black or African American (11.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Xavier University?
About 16.0% of students at Xavier University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Xavier University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Xavier University reports midpoint SAT about 1217 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of Xavier University earn?
Median earnings are $54,758 six years after entry and $64,873 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Xavier University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 68.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Xavier University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is Xavier University public or private?
Xavier University is a private nonprofit institution located in Cincinnati, OH.
Is Xavier University an HBCU?
No. Xavier University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Xavier University a tribal college?
No. Xavier University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Ohio college costs
- Ohio colleges by ROI
- Cincinnati, Ohio city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Ohio
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.