C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

Xavier University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio 45207
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
C
44/100

Quick Stats

6,000
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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  • Avg home value near campus: $222,898
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,995/mo — vs ~$836/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 41074 (7.9% cap, Dayton)

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🏆 Where Xavier University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Montessori Teacher Education
of 4 schools
#10
Natural Sciences
of 21 schools
#11
Political Science and Government, Other
of 12 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $47,896 $47,896
Room $7,520
Board $6,300
Total Cost (On-Campus) $66,445 $66,445

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
56%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 305 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 138 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 118 grads/yr Psychology, General 75 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 64 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 62 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 61 grads/yr Finance, General 59 grads/yr Accounting 50 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 49 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 44 grads/yr Natural Sciences 42 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 41 grads/yr Political Science and Government, Other 38 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 36 grads/yr Montessori Teacher Education 33 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 27 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 26 grads/yr Computer Science 24 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Xavier University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

6,000
Total Students
57%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 6%
Black 12%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Xavier University?
Xavier University has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Xavier University?
Tuition at Xavier University is $47,896 for in-state students and $47,896 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Xavier University?
The graduation rate at Xavier University is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Xavier University a good school?
Xavier University has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Xavier University?
Xavier University has a total enrollment of 6,000 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology