History
Xavier University was the first Catholic institution of higher learning in the Northwest Territory and is the fourth oldest Jesuit University and the sixth oldest Catholic university in the United States. The school was founded in 1831 as a men's college in downtown Cincinnati next to St. Francis Xavier Church on Sycamore Street.
Education
98% of Xavier graduates are employed, enrolled in a full-time graduate program or volunteering within 6 months of graduation.
Research
The mission of the Office of Institutional Research is to improve the accuracy, standardization, and accessibility of information provided to the Xavier community, government agencies and other organizations, and prospective students and their families.
Career
The Career Development Office serves as Xavier University's comprehensive career office and is the primary point-of-contact for employers hoping to recruit Xavier students from a variety of academic programs. We also serve as the career development resource for all students and alumni with any major.
Top reasons to study here
- Xavier University rose from 6th place to a 4th-place tie among the nation’s top Midwest Regional Universities in 2016.
- We will succeed in changing the world together.We act with integrity, justice and generosity.
- The Campaign for Xavier University supports campus projects and student scholarships through the generosity of alumni, friends and community.
Xavier University Key Statistics & Highlights
- 149 Scholarships
- 7,000 Students
- 75 Students (int'l)
- Private Institution Type
Xavier University Overview
Xavier University Scholarships
Xavier University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Xavier University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Other Scholarships For Graduate Students
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Independent provider
Grant
72000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF)
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Independent provider
Grant
25600 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Next 100 (Kitas 100)
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Fulbright Program
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Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
16 Sep 2026
Marshall Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships of Chungcheongnam-do
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
Fulbright Award For Postgraduate Study
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Education Center's Study Abroad Programs
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Independent provider
Grant
11000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Dositeja Fund For Young Talents Of Serbia
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Baltic American Freedom Foundation Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
300000 HKD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships For Overseas Studies
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
Udaan India Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
332500 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
Study Abroad Graudate Scholarships Of SBS Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Fulbright-Masaryk Award
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 CZK
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Olomouc Region Study Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships
Merit-based
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Student services
The Gordon & Nadine Brunner Connection Center is the operational hub for the Conaton Learning Commons and the McDonald Library. The Connection Center is an integrated service point, blending library and help desk services to support the technological and informational needs of the Xavier community.
Housing services
To be on campus or, not to be off campus? That is the question! Living off campus allows you greater freedom and presents a wide range of possibilities to suit your individual tastes and budget. On campus, nearly 2,000 students live in residence halls or apartments that include such amenities as cable/satellite television, air-conditioning and individual high-speed wireless connections.
Library services
The McDonald Library is located near the corner of Harold and Dana Avenue. This building contains most the the library's collections, including archives and special collections. The Conaton Learning Commons is located at the corner of Dana Avenue and Francis Xavier Way. This building hosts the Connection Center, an integrated service point, blending library and help desk services.
ICT services
Classroom Technology provides scheduling for classroom audio visual equipment delivery, set-up, and technical assistance, as well as support for campus presentation classrooms and meeting spaces.
Medical services
The McGrath Health and Wellness Center is available to all Xavier students for their healthcare needs.Medical care is by appointment, Monday through Friday. Emergencies after hours or on weekends are handled through the campus emergency number.
Campus life
The campus covers approximately 190 acres in the City of Cincinnati (North Avondale and Evanston) and the City of Norwood and features residential and academic malls, flanked by the older west campus and by the expanding east campus. At the center of campus are the Gallagher Student Center and Bellarmine Chapel. Bellarmine Chapel's roof is in the shape of a hyperbolic paraboloid, also known as a saddle roof, that will not collapse, even if the Chapel walls were removed. The chapel is the home to the Bellarmine Catholic Parish.
Sports facilities
Cura personalis, or care for the whole person, is a cornerstone of Jesuit education. Xavier students stay healthy and active through access to healthy dining options, mental and physical healthcare services, recreational facilities and sports opportunities, a safe campus and informed, engaged spiritual spaces and communities.The brand-new rec center in the Health United Building includes three indoor basketball courts for intramural sports, a three-lane running track overlooking those courts, three fitness studios, a four-lane indoor pool and recreational gym spaces for treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals and weight-lifting machines.
Student clubs
Part of the college experience is reading, writing and studying for exams. The other part? Whatever you want it to be. Do what you love or learn something new with more than 160 clubs: everything from fencing to football, theater to community service.
- Accounting Society
- Actuarial Science Club
- Alchemyst Club
- Alpha Epsilon Delta - Pre-Med Honor Society
- Alpha Sigma Nu - Jesuit Honor Society
- American Choral Directors Association
Accreditation
- Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
- Ohio Board of Regents (OBR
- Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- Higher Education Act (HEA)
Xavier University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Cincinnati City
Xavier University Student Reviews & Awards
3.8
Based on 19 reviews
- 5 Star 7 Reviews
- 4 Star 6 Reviews
- 3 Star 4 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 2 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
Excellent Education Policy
The School is very great and is very hardworking. They have an excellent education and help the students in every step. With Effective Educational Policy, students are motivated to strive harder. With Excellent teachers, the education provided is much more effective and relatable to the students
Xavier Ateneo, an Adaptive University
From the perspective of an ordinary pupil, I admire�Xavier Ateneo for being a flexible and valuable university in the area. I say this because I've observed how the institution adapts to the ever-changing generational students, constantly striving to provide the finest service possible. Make the institution a welcoming environment for students to discover their full potential. Rules, laws, policies, and organizations are constantly willing to alter for the benefit of the pupils. They are always willing to listen to their pupils' (Ateneans') concerns and guide them in whatever manner they can. Furthermore, as a flexible university, being cooperative with the worries and requirements requested by the hierarchy is always addressed with the utmost care.
Xavier University: An Atenista
When it comes to Xavier University, I must declare that I am a proud "Atenista" (a term used to refer to students enrolled here). It is because the institution not only concentrates on offering quality education to its students, but also takes full responsibility for developing its students to be unique in terms of spirituality, valor, and students with high values. Considering it is a Jesuit-founded university, the love,�and worth of the Lord are instilled in every professor and student and can be observed in their intrinsic character. Furthermore, being a product of this university, I can attest that the students that graduate from here have exceptional abilities, conduct, and overall humanity.
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