Accreditations
Xavier University of Louisiana is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Xavier University of Louisiana also may offer credentials such as certificates at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Xavier University of Louisiana may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on The SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
Xavier University of Louisiana is also accredited by the following Programmatic Accrediting Organizations and Associations:
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
The Xavier University of Louisiana business program received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ASCBSP). The decision was finalized following a rigorous evaluation process by the ACBSP Board of Commissioners. The official ACBSP status applies directly to the following business programs at Xavier University: Accounting and Business, with concentrations in Finance, Management, & Sales & Marketing. Contact information for ACBSP is 8101 College Blvd #100, Overland Park, KS 66210, U.S. World Headquarters (913) 339-9356. Website: https://acbsp.org/
Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC)
The Xavier University of Louisiana Genetic Counseling Program is accredited as a New Program through the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC). Graduates from this program will be eligible for board certification through the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC). Contact information for ACGC is 1660 International Drive, Suite 600, McLean, VA 22102, 703.506.7667. Website: https://www.gceducation.org/
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
The Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy has fulfilled the accreditation requirements set forth by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) for the Professional Degree Program in Pharmacy and is hereby granted accreditation status through June 30, 2031. Contact information for ACPE is 190 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3000, Chicago, IL 60603-3499, Phone: (312) 664-3575, Fax: (866) 228-2631. Website https://www.acpe-accredit.org/
Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA)
The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the Xavier University of Louisiana Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Xavier University of Louisiana. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards. Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be September 2030. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy. Contact information for ARC-PA is 3325 Paddocks Parkway, Suite 345, Suwanee, Georgia 30024, (770) 476-1224. Website: https://www.arc-pa.org/
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM)
The Master’s Degree in Health Informatics Program is in Candidacy Status, pending accreditation review by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Contact information for CAHIIM is 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL 6060. Website: https://www.cahiim.org/
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
The Master of Arts (M.A.) degree program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Master of Arts (M.A.) degree program in School Counseling in the Division of Education and Counseling at Xavier University of Louisiana are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The accreditation runs through October 31, 2033. As CACREP accredited programs, the curriculum satisfies the educational requirements for professional licensure in most states. For more information regarding Xavier University of Louisiana specific accreditation status or to view program standards, please contact CACREP, 500 Montgomery Street, Suite 350, Alexandria, VA 22314, (703) 535-5990. Website: https://www.cacrep.org/
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
The Xavier University of Louisiana was granted Probationary Accreditation by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for a period of two years, effective 10/19/25 through 12/31/27. This status applies to the Initial-Licensure Level and/or Advance-Level educator preparation programs. Information regarding the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation accreditation can be obtained from the CAEP Website (www.caepnet.org) or by contacting CAEP at 1140 19th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036; (202) 223-0077.
Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CAA)
The Master of Science (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology {residential} at Xavier University of Louisiana is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Contact information for CAA is 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.Website: https://caa.asha.org/
Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE)
Xavier University of Louisiana is an educator preparation provider approved by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE). Contact information for LDOE is 1201 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5243. 1-877-453-2721. Website: https://doe.louisiana.gov/
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Medical Laboratory Science Program at Xavier University of Louisiana is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Contact information for NAACLS is 5600 N. River Rd, Suite 720, Rosemont IL 60018-5119. Phone: 773.714.8880 | Fax: 773.714.8886. Website: https://naacls.org/
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
Xavier University of Louisiana is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Contact information for NASM is 11250 Roger Bacon Dr., Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190. (703) 437-0700. Website: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/
Approved
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Affiliation
Dillard/Loyola/Notre Dame Seminary/Tulane/Xavier Partnership
Memberships
American Association of Colleges and Universities, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education, American Council on Education, Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, Association of Minority Health Professions Schools, Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Council on Undergraduate Research, Diversity Abroad, Faculty Resource Network at New York University, Institute of International Education, The Leadership Alliance, The Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts, Quality Matters, National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA), Physician Assistant Education Association, Scholars at Risk, and United Negro College Fund, Inc.
Marguerite S. Giguette, Ph.D.
Provost and Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs
Xavier University of LA
1 Drexel Drive New Orleans, LA 70125
504-520-7525
provost@xula.edu