Saint Xavier University Admissions

Saint Xavier University is an open admission school with an 84% acceptance rate. Most qualified applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission. The university takes a well-rounded approach to admissions, focusing on academic preparation rather than standardized test scores alone. With 56% of students receiving Pell Grants and 94% coming from Illinois, Saint Xavier actively recruits from diverse Chicago-area communities. The school seeks students committed to service-oriented careers, particularly in nursing and education where the university has built its strongest reputation. Students who value small class sizes with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio and appreciate the Catholic mission of social justice tend to thrive here.