Academics

Academic Programs

Xavier offers more than 90 majors and 60 minors within the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Professional Sciences, the Williams College of Business and the College of Nursing. Xavier also offers programs for students who plan to further their education in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, optometry, and pharmacy. Graduate programs are offered in 30 areas, including doctoral degrees in psychology, nursing, leadership studies and occupational therapy.

College of Arts and Sciences

Actuarial Science

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Advertising

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Applied Biology

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Applied Chemistry

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Applied Physics

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Art

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Biology

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Biomedical Sciences

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Biophysics

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Chemical Science

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Chemistry

Study analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry.

Classical Humanities

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Classics

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Classics and Philosophy Honors Bachelor of Arts

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Communications Studies

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Computer Science

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Digital Innovation, Film, and Television

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Digital Media

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Economics BA

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Economics, Sustainability and Society

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Engineering Physics

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English

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Environmental Science

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Exploratory

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French

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Gender and Diversity Studies

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German

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Graphic Design

Study art, technology and marketing to succeed as a creative designer.

History

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International Studies

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Land, Farming and Community

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Life Sciences for Business

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Mathematics

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Modern Language and International Economics

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Music Education

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Music Performance BA

Explore music theory, music history, pedagogy, esthetics and music education.

Music Performance BM

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Music Production BA

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Musical Theatre

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Philosophy

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Philosophy, Politics and the Public

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Physics

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Pre-Law

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Pre-Professional Health

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Public Relations

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Sociology

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Spanish

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Theatre

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Theatre Education

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Theology

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Theology (MA)

Pursue personal enrichment and the grounding for a variety of Christian career options.

College of Nursing

Accelerated BSN Program

Whether you’ve always wanted to be a nurse or recently felt called to become an RN, our second-degree Accelerated BSN program in Cincinnati or Columbus can connect you with that path in 16 months.

Doctor of Nursing Practice in Population Health Leadership (DNP)

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Nursing

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Nursing (MSN)

Prepare to become holistic healers and leaders in health care with a foundation in Jesuit values.

Nursing - Online (MSN)

A master's degree in nursing can lead to higher earnings and better career opportunities.

College of Professional Sciences

Athletic Training (MS)

Collaborate with other health care professionals to provide care for the entire person-not just the injury.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA)

Play a significant role assisting the lives of individuals and communities with problems and concerns.

Clinical Psychology (PSYD)

Provide psychological services in today's changing professional climate.

Coaching Education and Athlete Development - Online (MED)

Learn to maximize the potential of future and current athletes.

Criminal Justice

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Criminal Justice - Online (MS)

Train to provide effective and efficient oversight in matters related to crime and justice.

Early Childhood Education (MED)

A licensure program for those with a bachelor's degree.

Educational Administration (MEd)

Get the tools needed to lead a school or school district in a positive direction.

Elementary Education (MEd)

Combine the latest theories, practice and opportunities for curriculum development and application.

Executive MHSA - Online (MHSA)

A CAHME-accredited, nationally-ranked program preparing leaders in healthcare management.

Exercise Science

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Health Economics and Clinical Outcomes Research - Online (MS)

Conduct comparative research and use real-world evidence to make smarter, data-driven decisions.

Health Services Administration

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Health Services Administration (MHSA)

A CAHME-accredited, nationally-ranked program preparing leaders in healthcare management.

History or English Education (MA)

Study the past, or help young people finish high school fully prepared for college.

Industrial Organizational Psychology (MS)

Become an expert in organizational development, talent management, human resources research, and much more.

Leadership Studies Doctoral Program (EdD)

Enhance the leadership capacity of working professionals from a variety of organizational and community contexts.

Middle Childhood Education

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Montessori - Online

Learn to inspire and educate the future generation through hands-on-learning, self-directed play and collaboration.

Montessori Education

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Montessori Education (MEd)

Become scientific observers who can provide students with developmentally-appropriate environments.

Multicultural Literature (MEd)

They say globalization is making our world grow smaller. Teachers who study Multicultural Literature for Children know it's really making our lives much richer by exposing our children to a wealth of literature from a broad and increasingly diverse variety of different cultures.