Xavier University, OH
School Type
Private
Acceptance Rate
73%
Tuition
$36,150
Eligibility For Public Schools
N/A
International Students
Yes
US News Ranking
#5 in Regional Universities Midwest
Scholarships
Xavier University Merit Scholarships And Awards
Type
Automatic
Amount
$9,000 - $20,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
All applicants for admission are considered for Merit Scholarships and Awards. Xavier offers many academic scholarships and awards to recognize students for their achievements. Any student who applies for admission is automatically evaluated for one of these awards. For Fall 2016, these academic scholarship and award amounts ranged from $9,000 to $20,000 annually. These awards are renewable for a total of four years as long as students maintain a minimum GPA and remain enrolled full-time.
Air Force Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-25
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Xavier accepts Air Force ROTC scholarships and students pursuing an Air Force ROTC scholarship. High school students pursuing a scholarship please visit www.afrotc.com.
Army ROTC Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Tuition Plus
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Army ROTC scholarships cover full college tuition and educational fees, a $1,200 yearly book allowance and a monthly stipend starting at $300/month during the academic school year. Additional financial incentives may be offered by Xavier to assist with costs not covered by the Army ROTC scholarship including room and or board.
Benjamin D. Urmston Family Peace Studies Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Benjamin D. Urmston Family Peace Studies Scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman who has demonstrated academic excellence and the integration of the ideas and values of peace and justice activities with activities outside of the classroom. A separate application is required for the Peace Studies Scholarship.
First Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
In support of the FIRST mission, Xavier University is offering two merit-based scholarships, each for $2,500, to high school seniors who have participated on a FIRST team during their junior or senior year in high school. This scholarship may be utilized for any undergraduate course of study at Xavier University. The scholarship is renewable for up to a total of $10,000 over four years, contingent upon maintaining good academic standing. Each recipient must meet the regular academic requirements for admission to the University.
Francis X. Weninger Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1070
Required Act
23
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
The Weninger Scholarship is a four-year scholarship named in honor of Francis Xavier Weninger, S.J., founder of St. Ann Parish in 1865. St. Ann's was the first Catholic church and school with a ministry committed to Cincinnati's black community. The scholarship is awarded annually to students who are committed to the promotion of diversity in our society and who demonstrate leadership in the classroom, on campus and in the greater community.
Honors Bachelor Of Arts Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
one-quarter tuition
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Honors Bachelor of Arts Scholarship is awarded to students enrolled in the Honors Bachelor of Arts program. It is awarded on a competitive basis and is worth one-quarter tuition. Students interested in this program should contact Dr. Shannon Byrne, Director of the HAB program at (513)745-3464 or via email at byrn@xavier.edu.
Indiana Alumni Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Indiana Alumni Scholarship is given to incoming freshmen from Indiana. Applicants must apply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA by February 15.
James E. Hoff, S.J. Scholar
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
James E. Hoff, S.J. Scholar Award is given to an Edgecliff alumni award recipient who demonstrates exceptional leadership, vision, courage, service and compassion in his or her academic and personal life. The amount of the award varies and is in addition to a student's Edgecliff award. James E. Hoff, S.J. Scholars designation is awarded at the discretion of the Committee. The James E. Hoff, S.J. Scholar recipient is chosen from Edgecliff Alumni Award applicants.
Miguel Pro Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1070
Required Act
23
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
The Pro Scholarship is named in honor of Miguel Pro, S.J., a Mexican priest who was martyred by the Mexican government in 1927 for his practice and teaching of the Catholic faith. The scholarship is awarded annually to students who are committed to the promotion of diversity in our society and who demonstrate leadership in the classroom, on campus and in the greater community.
St. Francis Xavier Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full tuition
Required GPA
3.75
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
31
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
The St. Francis Xavier scholarship is a full tuition, four-year scholarship. It is awarded annually to up to 10 incoming first-year students with exceptional academic achievement and outstanding leadership involvement in their community and/or school.
Williams Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
The Williams Scholarship is awarded annually in the amount of $3,000 to four incoming first- year students. The recipients must declare a major in the Williams College of Business and fulfill academic requirements and service to the college. This scholarship is renewable for four years.
Xavier Community-Engaged Fellowship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$22,000
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1280
Required Act
29
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
The Xavier Community-Engaged Fellowship is a four-year scholarship is awarded annually to incoming first-year students who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership or initiative in the area of community engagement or service through their school, community or church, and who have shown high academic achievement. The Community-Engaged Fellows are involved in a host of diverse, hands-on community opportunities throughout the Cincinnati region drawing upon principles of social justice, community building and public policy. They are guided by faculty and community engagement professionals on campus and in the field.
National Merit Scholarships
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
National Merit finalists who list Xavier as their first choice and meet the application deadline are guaranteed at least a Xavier Scholarship, plus a $1,000-$2,000 renewable award depending on financial need, if they do not receive a corporate sponsored National Merit award.
Edgecliff Mcauley Art Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
quarter to full tuition
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Edgecliff McAuley Art Scholarships are awarded to incoming first-year students with good academic achievement and outstanding artistic talent. The combined four-year value of these awards is nearly $250,000. Typical art scholarships range in value from quarter to full tuition and are awarded based upon artistic talent and achievement. Portfolios are to be submitted to the department of art. Students must be admitted to the University before entering the competition.
Edgecliff Mcauley Music Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Students must be admitted by their audition date to compete for the Edgecliff McAuley Music Scholarship. This is awarded on a competitive basis to outstanding musicians who intend to major in music or music education. The McAuley Music Scholarships are awarded to outstanding music applicants, based upon musical talent and achievement. These scholarships are available for incoming freshmen students only.
Louise Dieterle Nippert Music Education Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Louise Dieterle Nippert Music Education Scholarships are awarded to outstanding music education applicants based on musical proficiency and achievement.
Mother Mcauley Music Scholarships
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Mother McAuley Music Scholarships are awarded to outstanding music applicants based on musical proficiency and achievement.
Music Grants
Type
Talent
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Students must be admitted by their audition date to compete for the Music Grants. The department of music awards music grants in varying amounts up to $5,000 to students who intend to major in music. Auditions may be scheduled throughout the year by contacting the department of music. All music scholarships and grants are renewable each year for four years. These grants are available for incoming freshmen students only.
Performing Arts Grants
Type
Talent
Amount
$2,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
1030-1220
Description
Students must be admitted by their audition date to compete for Performing Arts Grants. These $2,000 grants are annually awarded on a highly competitive basis to qualified students participating in instrumental or vocal ensembles and theater, regardless of their major course of study.
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CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
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