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3700 W 103rd St, Chicago, IL 60655

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Saint Xavier University School Description

Founded in 1846 by the Sisters of Mercy, Saint Xavier University is a Catholic, coeducational, comprehensive university grounded in the tradition of the liberal arts and offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs to 5,705 students from across the country.

Saint Xavier University, founded by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas who continue to sponsor the University through the Conference for Mercy Higher Education, is an independent, Catholic, comprehensive University offering bachelor's and master's degrees to a diverse population of over 5,300 students.

Recognized as one of the top 40 comprehensive master's universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Colleges 2009, Saint Xavier University's undergraduate enrollment grew 11% from 2003 to 2008, and eight new facilities were added over the last eight years. With more than 43 undergraduate majors and 40 graduate program options in the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Education, the School of Nursing, the Graham School of Management, and the School for Continuing and Professional Studies, Saint Xavier offers a firm foundation in the liberal arts along with solid career preparation.

Our students enjoy a selection of 35 undergraduate and 30 graduate program options offered through the College of Arts and Sciences, as well as the Schools of Education, Nursing, and the Graham School of Management. Additionally, our School for Continuing and Professional Studies features programs and services tailored to the unique needs and experiences of adult learners.

The University also sponsors enrichment opportunities, including, international education, religion and public discourse, campus program development, and several on-campus clinics. Through these collective academic offerings, Saint Xavier University strives to provide its learning community with a solid foundation in liberal arts and professional education, establishing well-rounded members of society.

The Chicago Campus facilities offer a total of 620,000 square feet spread over 74 beautifully landscaped acres on the Southwest side of Chicago.

The campus' six residence halls allow approximately 780 students to live on campus. In addition, a radio station, WXAV, located in the Campus Media Center, provides student programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Saint Xavier University

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Saint Xavier University (SXU), is a coeducational institution of higher learning located in the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois. The university currently enrolls over 5,000 students and is known for its undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing, business, and education. The university is especially known for its nursing program.

History

The University was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846 at the request of Bishop William Quarter. It was originally named Saint Francis Xavier Female Academy, later renamed Saint Xavier College, and in 1992, officially became a university.

Campus

Chicago

Saint Xavier's main campus is located in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago, on the corner of 103rd Street and Central Park Avenue. It is a part of a Catholic school campus, sharing land with Mother McAuley and Brother Rice high schools. It is also located across the street from Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church and grammar school, which lie east of Central Park.

The university's main campus is made up of several buildings, including the Warde Academic Center, which is the oldest building on campus and houses administrative offices, the Shannon Center, McDonough Chapel, a large Catholic chapel, the Graham School of Management Building, Andrew Conference Center, Driehaus Center, Pulaski Center, Byrne Memorial Library and six dormitories.

Orland Park

Saint Xavier also has a campus located in Orland Park.

Academics

There are five major schools at Saint Xavier:

  • The College of Arts and Sciences
  • The School of Continuing and Professional Studies
  • The School of Education
  • The Graham School of Management
  • The School of Nursing

Athletics

The school's sports teams compete in the NAIA Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) as the Cougars.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Roman Catholic
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,182
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 21,236
Students Receiving Aid:
100%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 25
Selectivity:
Selective
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Saint Xavier University Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Saint Xavier University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 68%
Men 32%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 67%
African-American 15%
Hispanic 9%
Other 7%
Asian 2%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 87%
Out-of-State 13%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Illinois 87%
Missouri 2%
Indiana 2%
Michigan 1%
Wisconsin 1%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 22%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Football (Mid-States Football Association)
Basketball (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
Baseball (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)
Track (Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf)

Saint Xavier University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 21,236    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 21,016    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 220    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,790 40%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 4,469 54%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 7,428 100%  
Student Loans:
 $ 5,235 73%  
Any Aid:
   100%  

Saint Xavier University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 77% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 5%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 480, Math: 430
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 590, Math: 560
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 97%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 20, Verbal: 20, Math: 18
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 24, Verbal: 25, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 25.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Not Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on Saint Xavier University

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Eddie B
Eddie B

Question: Anyone attend Saint Xavier University in Chicago or know anyone that has?

My daughter is planning on attending college as a resident Freshman. Need all the advice available. Been to the website. Been to the "open house". Still wonder about the school; faculty; facilities; technology saavy campus / curriculuum; "where are they now" info on famous / succesful alumni; on campus housing; jobs on campus; access to attractions; saftey of campus; ratio of guys to gals; how much is the Catholic Faith integrated into the campus life and any and all comments both positive and negative
25 months ago
No L
No L

Best Answer

SXU is a great school. I live very close to it and many of my friends have attended it. It has more women than men, and has the same catholic groups as any other college. Just like most other colleges success is based on the person attending the school and not so much the school it self. So as long as you daughter is a good student she will be fine.

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