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Saint Xavier University

Saint Xavier University

Chicago, IL · City · 3,096 students
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$10,970
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
58%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
54% typical
$58,656
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$55,177 typical
84%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
82% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Founded in 1846 by the Sisters of Mercy as Chicago’s first Catholic university, Saint Xavier University (SXU) is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution recognized for its strong commitment to social justice, service, and upward mobility. Academically, the university is best known for its acclaimed School of Nursing and Health Sciences, alongside well-regarded programs in education and the Graham School of Management. Situated on a scenic, 74-acre lakeside campus on Chicago’s southwest side, SXU offers a close-knit, supportive student community that blends the tranquility of a traditional campus setting with convenient access to metropolitan internships, cultural hubs, and competitive NAIA Cougar athletics.

Wikipedia:Saint Xavier University is a private Catholic university in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1846 by the Sisters of Mercy, the university enrolls 3,749 students.

Location
Chicago, IL, 60655 · City campus
✈
Nearest airport from college
MDW · Chicago Midway
6 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
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Tuition & fees$37,940
Housing & food (on campus)$12,860
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$43,244
Average net price$10,970
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$37,940
Housing & food (on campus)$12,860
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$43,244
Average net price$10,970
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$7,572
$30–48k
$7,702
$48–75k
$9,715
$75–110k
$15,132
$110k+
$17,864
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
58%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
43%
Back for yr 2
76%
Transferred
26%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
53% graduated · 32% transferred · 15% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$50,784
10 yrs after entry$58,656
Debt
Median at graduation$22,223
Monthly payment$236
Middle 50% owe$8.3k–$27k
90th percentile$35,554
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (larger programs): 54% graduate within 6 yrs, $55,177 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
84%
Test policy
Not required
Per College Scorecard

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Student Body
Gender
Men 39%Women 61%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
16 : 1
Pell grant
59%
First-gen
49%
Family income
$36,398
Independent
16%
Age at entry
21.0
Part-time
5%
Race & ethnicity
White
29%
Hispanic
53%
Black
12%
Asian
2%
Two or more
2%
Unknown
2%
Varsity sports
NAIA Division II · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Bowling
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Other Sports
    Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Track and Field (Indoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Men's · Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$50,784
After 10 yrs
$58,656
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing194
Psychology, General61
Biology, General56
Business/Commerce, General39
Criminal Justice and Corrections35
Finance and Financial Management Services35
Computer Science31
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods30
Accounting and Related Services28
Marketing28
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness24
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas18
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities18
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services18
Fine and Studio Arts13
Communication and Media Studies12
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$48M
Full-time faculty
29%
Faculty salary
$8,124/mo
Teaching spend
$7,407
per student
Federal loans
87%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (larger programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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