Overview
Founded in 1925, Xavier University of Louisiana is a private institution with an urban campus spanning 66 acres. As of fall 2023, it has an undergraduate enrollment of 2,591 students and follows a semester-based academic calendar. In the 2025 Best Colleges rankings, it holds the #20 spot among Regional Universities in the South. Tuition and fees are set at $28,979.
At-a-Glance
- Setting: Urban
- Tuition & Fees: $28,979
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,591
- Acceptance Rate: 74%
Xavier University of Louisiana Rankings
The university ranks in several categories, offering a broader view of its strengths:
- #20 in Regional Universities South (tie)
- #6 in Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- #27 in Best Value Schools
- #70 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
More on Rankings:
Xavier University of Louisiana is ranked #20 out of 135 in the Regional Universities South category. These rankings are based on widely accepted indicators of academic excellence.
U.S. News Overall Score: 73/100
- Outcomes (52%)
- Average 6-year graduation rate: 48%
- 6-year graduation rate (Pell Grant recipients): 41%
- 6-year graduation rate (non-Pell Grant recipients): 56%
Admissions
Xavier University of Louisiana has a 74% acceptance rate. Among admitted applicants who submitted test scores:
- SAT range: 953–1138
- ACT range: 19–25
(Note: 25% scored above these ranges, while 25% scored below.)
Admissions Details:
- Application Deadline: Rolling
- Application Fee: N/A
- Key Factors Considered: GPA (very important), high school class rank (important when available), and letters of recommendation (important).
Tuition & Financial Aid
- Tuition & Fees:$28,979 (2024–25)
- Compared to the national average of $47,890, Xavier is more affordable.
- Total Cost (including housing, food, etc.): $46,040
- Average Net Price (after aid): $34,476
Net Price by Family Income (2021–2022):
| Family Income | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $15,229 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,068 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,375 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,518 |
| $110,001+ | $24,073 |
Additional Costs:
- Food & Housing: $11,310 (2024–25)
Academics
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 11:1
- Small Class Sizes: 60% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
- Top Majors (2023 Graduates):
- Biology/Biological Sciences (36%)
- Psychology (12%)
- Chemistry (11%)
- Business Administration (6%)
- Public Health (6%)
- Accounting (4%)
- Biochemistry (3%)
- Political Science (3%)
- Computer Science (2%)
- Freshman Retention Rate: 71% (indicator of student satisfaction).
Student Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment (Fall 2023):2,591
- Gender Distribution: 24.2% male, 75.7% female
- Housing: 60% live on campus; 40% live off campus.
- Athletics: Competes in the NAIA.
Student Body Stats (Fall 2023):
- Total Enrollment: 3,181
- Undergraduate: 2,591
- Graduate: 590
- Pell Grant Recipients (2022–23): 56%
- Veterans/Active Service Members: 0.3%
Campus
Student Services Include:
- Tutoring, placement services, health services, and health insurance.
Safety & Security Features: - 24/7 foot and vehicle patrols
- Late-night transport/escort service
- Emergency phones, lighted pathways, controlled dorm access
Alcohol Policy: Not permitted, even for students of legal age.
