"Xavier’s mission is to educate. Our essential activity is the interaction of students and faculty in an educational experience characterized by critical thinking and articulate expression with special attention given to ethical issues and values."

- from Xavier University’s Mission Statement

Inside and outside of Xavier’s classrooms, laboratories and studios, students are challenged to make the most of the many opportunities available to explore academic life and to grow intellectually, socially and spiritually.

At the heart of an outstanding university is an exceptional faculty. The University’s 263 full-time faculty members, 80 percent of whom have attained the highest degree possible in their field, include nationally recognized scholars. Xavier’s professors demonstrate more than a mastery of their disciplines. They exhibit a passion for teaching and concern for each student.

The foundation of Xavier’s success is now what it has always been: its commitment to its Jesuit heritage. The core curriculum endeavors to realize and embody Xavier’s mission and philosophy of education and serves as the educational foundation for all undergraduate students. Within the core, the four-course ethics/religion and society focus fosters students’ understanding of socially significant issues from the perspectives of the humanities, especially literature, philosophy and theology, as well as from the perspectives of the social and natural sciences. Students complement their core courses with in-depth study in a major and are encouraged to participate in the wide range of co-curricular programs offered by the University.

Xavier’s graduate programs also remain true to the 450-year-old Jesuit tradition of addressing society’s needs and concerns. Graduate study at Xavier develops each student’s capacity for making a positive difference in society. Xavier graduates throughout Greater Cincinnati and the world serve as teachers and administrators, supervise social service agencies, minister in churches and temples, and manage businesses.