Xavier University

Xavier University is a university in Cincinnati, OH. International students should budget around US$54,800 a year in total, covering roughly US$50,000 in tuition and US$17,300 in living costs. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 80 institutions we list in United States.

3800 Victory Parkway Cincinnati, Ohio

Tuition: US$50,000/yr
Living: US$17,300/yr
Total: US$54,800/yr
Type: University
Location: Cincinnati, OH

Why students choose Xavier University

#39 for undergraduate teaching in the US; 98% of graduates were in work within six months in 2024.
#1 city to live in, and the best and most promising city for graduates; #15 best city to start a career
Industry links and an alumni network create opportunities to learn, take placements and be recruited. Ohio is home to six Fortune 500 companies.
A wide choice of well-ranked subjects: Business Analytics (#20 nationally), Computer Science and Cybersecurity (top 1), Nursing (top 10 in Ohio), Health Care (#23 nationally) and Engineering (#5 in Ohio).
Scholarships worth up to USD 32,000 a year, renewable across four years.
Personalised student support, with academic advising before departure and throughout study, plus careers and recruitment support.

Xavier University entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Bachelor's

Transcripts for years 9, 10 and 11 with a GPA of 3.0 or above
English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 79 / PTE 55 / Duolingo 110
ACT or SAT, optional
An essay
Letter of recommendation
Applicants below the English requirement — IELTS 6.0 or Duolingo 100 — may still receive an offer conditional on taking the institution's free academic English course.

Master's

A college diploma or bachelor's degree
IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 79 / PTE 55 / Duolingo 110
GMAT or GRE, depending on the programme
An interview with faculty, depending on department
A personal motivation letter
Extracurricular activities
Two references

Scholarships at Xavier University

Xavier Merit-based Scholarship
Xavier Transfer Scholarship
Xavier Global Ambassador Scholarship
Xavier Catholic Heritage grants
Xavier Honors Program grants
Xavier Justice and Belonging in Business Scholarship
Xavier Business Ignite Scholarship

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Xavier University?

Budget roughly US$54,800 a year in total — about US$50,000 in tuition and US$17,300 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Xavier University?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Transcripts for years 9, 10 and 11 with a GPA of 3.0 or above

Where is Xavier University?

Xavier University is in Cincinnati, OH, at 3800 Victory Parkway Cincinnati, Ohio.

Can international students work while studying at Xavier University?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In United States the current allowance is 20 hours/week on campus, and the post-study route is opt — 12 months, 36 for stem.