First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | February 1, 2027 |
| Rolling admission The college reviews applications as they arrive until the class is full. | Rolling |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: xavier.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Xavier University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 3 MATH 180 Differential Calculus | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 6 9 MATH 180 Differential Calculus MATH 181…6 9 MATH 180 Differential Calculus MATH 181 Integral Calculus MATH 180 Differential Calculus MATH 181 Integral Calculus MATH 182 Sequences & Series | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 Satisfies Core Natural Science Integrations…4 Satisfies Core Natural Science Integrations requirement (lecture and lab). BIOL 001, BIOL 002. | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 4 CHEM 160 and 161 General Chemistry I (lecture and lab) | |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 4 PHYS 160 College Physics I (lecture) and 161…4 PHYS 160 College Physics I (lecture) and 161 (lab) Students receiving a 4 must audit both of these courses before they can enroll in PHYS 162. Students pursuing majors/minors that require College Physics I as part of their course load should consult the chair of the major department. | |
| United States History | 4 | 3 HIST 100 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSYC 101 General Psychology | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3 CSCI 180 Computer Science II |
Show all 36 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 3 MATH 180 Differential Calculus | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 6 9 MATH 180 Differential Calculus MATH 181…6 9 MATH 180 Differential Calculus MATH 181 Integral Calculus MATH 180 Differential Calculus MATH 181 Integral Calculus MATH 182 Sequences & Series | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 Satisfies Core Natural Science Integrations…4 Satisfies Core Natural Science Integrations requirement (lecture and lab). BIOL 001, BIOL 002. | |
| Biology | 4 | 8 Satisfies both Core Science requirements. BIOL…8 Satisfies both Core Science requirements. BIOL 002/001 Natural Science Integrations (lecture and lab) and BIOL 010/011 Scientific Explorations (lecture and lab) | |
| Chemistry | 4 | 4 CHEM 160 and 161 General Chemistry I (lecture and lab) | |
| Chemistry | 5 | 8 CHEM 160 and 161 General Chemistry I (lecture…8 CHEM 160 and 161 General Chemistry I (lecture and lab) CHEM 162 and 163 General Chemistry II (lecture and lab) | |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 4 PHYS 160 College Physics I (lecture) and 161…4 PHYS 160 College Physics I (lecture) and 161 (lab) Students receiving a 4 must audit both of these courses before they can enroll in PHYS 162. Students pursuing majors/minors that require College Physics I as part of their course load should consult the chair of the major department. | |
| United States History | 4 | 3 HIST 100 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSYC 101 General Psychology | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3 CSCI 180 Computer Science II | |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 3 ECON 201 Macroeconomic Principles | |
| Microeconomics | 4 | 3 ECON 200 Microeconomic Principles | |
| World History: Modern | 4 | 3 HIST 100 | |
| Environmental Science | 4 | 4 BIOL 020/021 Natural Science Integrations…4 BIOL 020/021 Natural Science Integrations (lecture and lab) | |
| Physics 2 | 4 | 4 PHYS 101 & 102 | |
| European History | 4 | 3 HIST 100 | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | 3 6 SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 201 and…3 6 SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 201 and 202 Intermediate Spanish I and II | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 3 CSCI 170 Computer Science I | |
| African American History | 4 | 3 HIST 100 | |
| Art: History | 4 | 3 Art elective or specific course after review by teacher | |
| Art: Studio Art 2D Design | 4 | 3 Art elective or specific course after review by teacher | |
| Art: Studio Art 3D Design | 4 | 3 Art elective or specific course after review by teacher | |
| Art: Studio Art Design | 4 | 3 Art elective or specific course after review by teacher | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | 3 POLI 120 Comparative Government and Politics | |
| English: Language and Composition | 4 | 3 ENGL 101 English Composition | |
| English: Literature and Composition | 4 | 3 ENGL 127 Introduction to Literature | |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | 3 FREN 201 Intermediate French I | |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | 3 GERM 201 Intermediate German I | |
| Government and Politics: United States | 4 | 3 POLI 140 American Government and Politics | |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | 3 6 ITAL 201 Intermediate Italian I ITAL 201 &…3 6 ITAL 201 Intermediate Italian I ITAL 201 & 202 Intermediate Italian I & II | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | 3 6 201 Intermediate Japanese I 201& 202…3 6 201 Intermediate Japanese I 201& 202 Intermediate Japanese I & II | |
| Latin | 4 | 3 6 LATN 201 Intermediate Latin I LATN 201 & 202…3 6 LATN 201 Intermediate Latin I LATN 201 & 202 Intermediate Latin I & II | |
| Mathematics: Precalculus | 4 | 3 MATH 169 Precalculus | |
| Mathematics: Statistics | 4 | 3 MATH 156 General Statistics | |
| Music Theory: (see subscores) Aural Subscore | 3 | 1 MUSC 201 Aural Skills I | |
| Music Theory: (see subscores) non-aural Subscore | 4 | 3 MUSC 200 Theory I | |
| Music Theory: (see subscores) non-aural Subscore | 5 | 6 MUSC 200 Theory I and 202 Theory I and II | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 4 PHYS 170 & 171 University Physics & Lab…4 PHYS 170 & 171 University Physics & Lab Students receiving a 4 must audit both of these courses before they can enroll in PHYS 172. Students pursuing majors/minors that require University Physics I or College Physics I as part of their course load should consult the chair of the major department. | |
| Physics E and M | 4 | 4 PHYS 172 & 173 University Physics II lecture &…4 PHYS 172 & 173 University Physics II lecture & lab Students receiving a 4 must audit both of these courses before they can enroll in an upper level Physics course Students pursuing majors/minors that require University Physics II as part of their course load should consult the chair of the major department. |
Source: xavier.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 302 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 107 |
| Psychology | 56 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 56 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 54 |
| Finance | 51 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 49 |
| Natural Sciences | 42 |
Show the other 52 majors
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 41 |
| Political Science and Government, Other | 38 |
| Accounting | 33 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 23 |
| Business Administration and Management | 23 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 22 |
| Computer Science | 21 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 20 |
| English Language and Literature | 20 |
| Political Science and Government | 19 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other | 19 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 14 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 13 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | 12 |
| Mathematics | 11 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 11 |
| History | 11 |
| Environmental Science | 10 |
| Social Work | 9 |
| Business Analytics | 9 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | 8 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 7 |
| Actuarial Science | 7 |
| Musical Theatre | 6 |
| Advertising | 5 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 5 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 5 |
| Chemistry | 5 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | 4 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 4 |
| Music Teacher Education | 4 |
| Drama and Dance Teacher Education | 4 |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other | 4 |
| Theoretical Chemistry | 4 |
| Sociology | 4 |
| Graphic Design | 4 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 4 |
| Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | 4 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | 4 |
| Sustainability Studies | 3 |
| Theology/Theological Studies | 3 |
| Economics | 3 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 2 |
| Biophysics | 2 |
| Physics | 2 |
| Organizational Leadership | 2 |
| Management Information Systems | 1 |
| Music | 1 |
| Physical Sciences, Other | 1 |
| Philosophy | 1 |
| Engineering Physics/Applied Physics | 1 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Big East
Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Big East
Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force, Army
Faith groups
Cru, Hillel, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Greek life
57% of men in fraternities · 25% of undergraduates overall (Common Data Set 2020–21)
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), Common Data Set (Greek life), hillel.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, large
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
2,302,815 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)
Nearest hub airport
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 12.8 of 20
Elevation
646 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
24°F
July high
87°F
Annual snowfall
16.0 in
Days at 90°F or higher
27 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,030 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus2 mi
- Art Academy of Cincinnati4 mi
- Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science4 mi
- Northern Kentucky University8 mi
- Mount St. Joseph University10 mi
- Thomas More University10 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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