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Xavier University of Louisiana

New Orleans, Louisiana

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Overview

Enrollment

3,419
Xavier University of Louisiana overview
Location New Orleans, Louisiana
Online xula.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Xavier University of Louisiana overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Xavier University of Louisiana, located in New Orleans' Mid-City neighborhood, is a private historically Black Catholic university established in 1925. The campus spans 40 acres in an urban setting, featuring contemporary academic buildings and residence halls centered around the distinctive marble-clad University Center. The institution maintains a strong emphasis on science and health disciplines, notably recognized for consistently ranking as a leading producer of African American students who complete medical school and earn pharmacy degrees. Xavier's College of Pharmacy is complemented by comprehensive liberal arts, business, and education programs, with most undergraduate students residing in one of the university's residential facilities. The campus sits approximately three miles from New Orleans' French Quarter and central business district, providing students access to the city's cultural resources while maintaining a focused academic environment.

Xavier University of Louisiana is a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) primarily serving the African-American community.
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Ratings

6/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

Xavier University of Louisiana is rated within the top 50% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Easy
Xavier University of Louisiana overview
SAT 1000/1160
ACT 20/25
GPA 3.7

Applications Accepted

95.2% 
Xavier University of Louisiana overview
Applications Due Jul 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$23,996
Costs for Xavier University of Louisiana
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,300
Other Fees$2,867
Room and Board $10,400
Budget for Other Expenses$2,308
Total One Year Cost$40,871

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$61,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

55% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Xavier University of Louisiana students
Subject Percent of Class
Biology 35%
Physical Sciences 19%
Business 14%
Psychology 13%
Communication 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024