Saint Xavier University

It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Xavier University. Around 83% of applicants get into Saint Xavier University each year. Out of 5,520 applications received in 2023, 4,579 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Saint Xavier University, the application fee costs $25.

Saint Xavier University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Saint Xavier University's admissions stats.

Saint Xavier University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	3%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	98%
Waitlist	No

Saint Xavier University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Saint Xavier University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Saint Xavier University?

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Saint Xavier University does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into Saint Xavier University

Saint Xavier University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Saint Xavier University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Saint Xavier University accepted 83% of students, around 4,579 of the 5,520 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Saint Xavier University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Saint Xavier University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Saint Xavier University

Saint Xavier University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Saint Xavier University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Saint Xavier University

What does Saint Xavier University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Saint Xavier University for more information on admission factors.

Saint Xavier University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Saint Xavier University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Saint Xavier University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Saint Xavier University?

Students admitted to Saint Xavier University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 75% submitted a class rank. At Saint Xavier University 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 84% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Saint Xavier University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Saint Xavier University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Saint Xavier University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2016, 3% of Saint Xavier University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 98% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Saint Xavier University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Saint Xavier University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Saint Xavier University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Saint Xavier University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Saint Xavier University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Saint Xavier University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Saint Xavier University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Saint Xavier University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Saint Xavier University.

Does Saint Xavier University accept transfer credits?

✅ Saint Xavier University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Saint Xavier University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Saint Xavier University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Saint Xavier University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Saint Xavier University?

❌ No, Saint Xavier University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Saint Xavier University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Saint Xavier University is 83%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Saint Xavier University?

❌ Saint Xavier University does not offer early decision.

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