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Admission

Congratulations on your decision to advance your education with Xavier University! Our online degree programs offer flexibility, top-quality online instruction and the same standards of excellence as our traditional degree programs.

Applying to Xavier Online is Easy!

Simple Admission Process

We’ve streamlined the admission process to be as quick and clear as possible.

Responsive Support

Our enrollment specialists are here to help you from start to finish.

Flexible Online Format

Achieve your goals on your schedule with award-winning online degrees.

International Students

Xavier welcomes students from outside the United States to enroll in its online programs. However, some countries do not formally recognize foreign online degrees. This may have implications for enrolling in subsequent degree programs or for securing employment requiring these credentials. It is students’ responsibility to determine whether the online degree will be recognized in their country of residence or in any country in which they plan to work. Additionally, students should inquire in their country of residence how the collection of student data may be used and whether they will be subject to additional withholding taxes in addition to the cost of tuition.

  • All international students are strongly encouraged to submit an official third-party course-by-course evaluation of their high school and/or college transcripts from an international credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
  • International students must pass either the TOEFL or IELTS exam if English is your second language.
  • International students may have additional application requirements.
 
Note: International students in the U.S. cannot enroll in an online degree program to fulfill the legal requirement for an F-1 or J-1 visa.
 

State Authorization

Xavier University is authorized to offer this fully online degree program in all states.

View the complete list of approved states on the State Authorization page.

Admission FAQs

Applying for Xavier’s online degree programs is simple. You can start by first creating an account. We’ll walk you through every step of the online application process there. If you have any questions, our admissions counselors are always just a phone call or an email away.

In order to apply for direct loans, you must first file your FAFSA documents correctly and on time (see previous question). Once you have received your financial aid award from our Office of Student Financial Assistance, you must complete Stafford Loan Entrance Counseling and complete the Stafford Loan Master Promissory Note if you are a first-time borrower. Xavier’s financial aid office can help you with any additional questions.

Send official transcript(s) directly from the college/university for all previous undergraduate and graduate course work (one per institution):

Xavier University
ATTN: Admission Processing Center
3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45207-5131

For electronic transcripts, send to: xugrad@xavier.edu

For some programs, a maximum of 6 semester hours (or the equivalent) of graduate work completed at another accredited graduate school prior to initial admission to Xavier University may be transferred with the permission of the program director and the dean. Coursework that is part of a previously earned graduate degree is not accepted for transfer credit. Only grades of “A” or “B” (3.00 or higher) are transferable. Decisions regarding transfer credit are made at the time of admission to degree-seeking status.

Yes! Students taking 4.5 credit hours or more per semester are eligible for federal student loans. See the Financial Aid page for more information.

You must pay or make arrangements to pay for your tuition when you register (unless you register early). Options include arranging for a payment plan, deferring payment until a student loan or employer reimbursement comes through, or paying with cash, check or credit card. See the Bursar page for more information about payment options.

For most programs, you do not need to submit a standardized test score if you already hold a graduate degree.

For some programs, you may register for a class on the day it begins. However, we recommend registering as early as possible to reduce the chances of your class being full. Registration for the fall semester and summer sessions begins in late March, and registration for spring begins in late November. If it is your first class at Xavier, you may complete an application for non-degree graduate status and register on the same day.

Graduate program directors serve as academic advisors.

Yes. You may contact an Enrollment Specialist at (513) 745-3957 to discuss your background and interests, and to learn more about the program in which you are interested.

Xavier welcomes students from outside the United States to enroll in its online programs. However, some countries do not formally recognize foreign online degrees. This may have implications for enrolling in subsequent degree programs or for securing employment requiring these credentials. It is students’ responsibility to determine whether the online degree will be recognized in their country of residence or in any country in which they plan to work. Additionally, students should inquire in their country of residence how the collection of student data may be used and whether they will be subject to additional withholding taxes in addition to the cost of tuition.

Although application processes vary depending upon your program of choice. In general, the following documents are required to complete an application at Xavier University:

Note: International students in the U.S. cannot enroll in an online degree program to fulfill the legal requirement for an F-1 or J-1 visa.