Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002032
- Phone: (504) 865-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
59.98%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,402Average 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
School Map
Xavier University of Louisiana
6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Xavier University of Louisiana is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in New Orleans, LA. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 3,400 students are enrolled per year at XU.
Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score between 1270 to 1600, or an ACT score between 19 to 24. 64% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 27% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at xula.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $20,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.
The XU "Gold Rush" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Sports available:
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
- Tennis (NAIA Division I)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division I)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.xula.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Xavier University of Louisiana accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Xavier University of Louisiana is around 3,200 students, with undergraduate students making up about 77% 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 $23,000-$27,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $1,000 for part time students
- Room and board is estimated to cost around $12,000, the cost includes the serving of nineteen meals every week
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 94% | $15,966 |
Receiving Student Loans | 76% | $7,061 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Xavier University of Louisiana may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1972)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1998)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Xavier University of Louisiana is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Gulf Coast Athletic Conference)
- Tennis
- Volleyball
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 Xavier University of Louisiana 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)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
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
- Pharmacy (D)
- Public Health (B)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
- Statistics
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Dillard University in Denham Springs, LA (3 miles away)
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- William Carey University in Ridgeland, MS (105 miles away)
- University of Mobile in Fairfield, AL (126 miles away)
- Spring Hill College in Mobile, AL (127 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002032
- Phone: (504) 865-5000
- School Homepage