Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001768
- Phone: (217) 525-5628
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
72.65%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,294Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Saint Xavier University
Also known as St. Xavier University
729 E. Carpenter St, Springfield, IL
Saint Xavier University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Chicago, Illinois and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Around 4,900 students enroll at SXU annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Saint Xavier University offers:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1405 - 1760 for the SAT exam and within the range of 20 - 25 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Saint Xavier University accepts about 80% of applicants. Of those applicants accepted, about 13% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $30,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available for students and costs around $5,900 for the year. Some students at SXU may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for Saint Xavier University is the "Cougars", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
- Football (NAIA Division I)
- Soccer (NAIA Division I)
Students may visit the Saint Xavier University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students St. Xavier University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Saint Xavier University has a total student population of about 3,700, with undergraduate students making up about 81% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $33,000-$40,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $680 to $820 per unit
- The estimated cost for on campus housing and meals is around $14,000
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $25,494 |
Receiving Student Loans | 85% | $5,922 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Saint Xavier University may provide services like:
- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
St. Xavier University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Track and Field (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Mid-States Football Association)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Saint Xavier University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Advertising and Marketing (B, M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Business Administration (M)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Human Resources (B, M)
- International Business
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Saint Xavier University.
- Trinity Christian College in LITCHFIELD, IL (4 miles away)
- Calumet College of Saint Joseph in Indianapolis, IN (12 miles away)
- East - West University in Glen Ellyn, IL (12 miles away)
- Roosevelt University in Rockford, IL (13 miles away)
- National - Louis University in Decatur, IL (13 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- See all colleges in Illinois
- Find out what other private colleges are located in Illinois
- Review a list of Illinois Bible and Christian Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001768
- Phone: (217) 525-5628
- School Homepage