Xavier University of Louisiana is located in the heart of New Orleans, minutes away from the city's business, cultural, government and recreational facilities. Enrollment at Xavier's College of Arts and Sciences is approximately 2,500, along with an enrollment of approximately 590 at the College of Pharmacy, and approximately 200 at the Graduate School. Founded by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament in 1915, it has the distinction of being the only historically Black and Catholic university in the western hemisphere. However, its doors have always been open to students of all races and religious creeds.
Students who choose Xavier have selected an excellent, widely recognized university where they can prepare for a rewarding life and exciting careers.
Admissions Information
Freshman: An applicant for the freshman class must submit an official transcript of his or her secondary work (or results from the General Education Diploma (GED) in lieu of the high school transcript).
By high school graduation, the student should have completed 16 academic units which include 4 years of English, 1 year of algebra, 1 year of geometry recommended, 1 year of national science, and 1 year of social science. The additional eight units may be distributed over mathematics, social science, natural science, language , or literature. If a student has not had the prerequisite algebra before entrance, he or she must remove the deficiency before being permitted to register for any college mathematics classes. The University provides a special course to satisfy the deficiency in algebra.
The 3 major criteria reviewed by the Admissions Committee are as 
follows:
- High School Transcript
- ACT or SAT Scores
- High School Counselor’s Recommendation
Generally speaking, the University seeks well-rounded students with a potential for educational and personal development. Admission slots are limited and are offered on a competitive basis.
Notification of decision will be sent by April 15th. Early action decisions are possible for qualified students. Applications received after the deadline will be considered provided that there are slots available in the incoming class.
Transfer: A prospective transfer applicant must present an official copy of his or her transcript from each college-level institution attended. Transfer applicants with less than 20 hours of college credit must also present secondary school records and standardized test results (ACT or SAT). A letter of good standing from the Dean of Students at the last college attended as a full-time student may also be required.
Deadlines: Applications and supporting documents should be submitted by the following dates:
| |
Fall |
Spring |
| Freshman Applicants |
March 1 |
December 1 |
| Transfer Applicants |
June 1 |
December 1 |
| Pharmacy |
December 15 |
None |
Student Life
Xavier offers opportunities to grow as an individuals and as students. In providing these opportunities, students will develop broad competencies needed for personal growth and development, interpersonal development, leadership and service development, environmental and cultural development, and understanding and commitment to social justice. The University offers a variety of service, professional and social organizations which include the major historically Black fraternities and sororities. On an intercollegiate level, Xavier has teams in basketball, tennis, and cross-country. A wide array of recreational and intramural activities are available for all students, including cheerleading squad, dance teams and coral & instrumental musical groups.
Credit by Examination
College credit under the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board is offered to entering freshmen of superior ability. A minimum grade of 3 in the subject-area is required in order for credit to be granted. Credit may also be earned in certain subject matter areas on the basis of the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject examinations only. A maximum of 30 semester hours of credit will be accepted towards the degree.
Placement Tests
To help determine which college courses they should be placed in, all entering freshmen whose ACT and SAT scores indicate that further testing is warranted should take the placement tests in the recommended areas. Also, transfer students with less than 60 semester hours or whose academic program at Xavier still requires courses in Mathematics or English could be required to take placement tests. Students who do not take the tests in the recommended areas will be required to take developmental courses in those areas. Failure of placement test in any area invalidates transfer credit in that area. Students are encouraged to register for the ACT or SAT early in the high school senior year.
The American College Test (ACT) schedule for the 2009-2010 academic year is a follows:
Test Date |
Sept. 12, 2009 |
Oct. 24, 2009 |
Dec. 12, 2009 |
Feb. 6, 2010 |
Apr. 3, 2010 |
June 12, 2010 |
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) schedule for the 2009-2010 academic year is as follows:
Test Date |
Oct 10, 2009 |
Nov 7, 2009 |
Dec 5, 2009 |
Jan 23, 2010 |
Mar 13, 2010 |
May 1, 2010 |
June 5, 2010 |
Campus Housing
Xavier offers residential facilities for approximately 1,700 students. It is highly recommended that students request housing as early as possible upon acceptance to the University.
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