Xavier University
Cincinnati, Ohio · Private
Xavier University admitted 88% of 16,750 applicants (Common Data Set 2023-2024). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1120–1300 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 70% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Xavier University
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Application deadlines
Xavier University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application is free. Xavier University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Xavier University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Xavier University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
823 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, and 361 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Xavier University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Character
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Talent or ability
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Interview
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.66 GPA. 18% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $66,445 a year. After grants, students paid $31,542 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Xavier University’s acceptance rate?
Xavier University admitted 88% of applicants: 14,694 of 16,750 (Common Data Set 2023-2024).
When is Xavier University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Xavier University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1120 to 1300, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Xavier University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Xavier University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Xavier University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Does Xavier University have supplemental essays?
No. Xavier University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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