Admission Process

Application Review Timeline

Xavier offers rolling admission, meaning applications are reviewed as they are received. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, but submitting by the priority deadline ensures timely review timely review, transfer credit evaluation (if applicable), and advising preparation.

Bachelor of Liberal Arts (Accelerated 8 Week Terms)

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Liberal Arts program should follow the priority deadlines below:

• Fall Entry
  • 1st Half Term (Aug 17-Oct 9): July 1
  • 2nd Half Term (Oct 12-Dec 4): September 1
• Spring Entry
  • 1st Half Term (Jan 11-Mar 5): December 1
  • 2nd Half Term (Mar 8-May 7): February 1

Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (Accelerated 8 Week Terms)

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership program should follow the priority deadlines below:

• Fall Entry
  • 1st Half Term (Aug 17-Oct 9): July 1
  • 2nd Half Term (Oct 12-Dec 4): September 1
• Spring Entry
  • 1st Half Term (Jan 11-Mar 5): December 1
  • 2nd Half Term (Mar 8-May 7): February 1

All Other Adult Student Programs

(Traditional semester based programs and all other adult pathways)

Students not enrolled in one of the accelerated programs listed above should follow these priority deadlines:

• Fall Entry – Priority Deadline: July 1
• Spring Entry – Priority Deadline: December 1

Please note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Students may apply after priority deadlines; however, advising timelines, course availability, and preferred start terms may be limited.

Not sure which program applies to you? Your Adult Admissions Counselor will help confirm your academic program and timeline.

Your completed application must include the following:

• Final official high school transcript, including senior year grades or official GED test scores
• Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
• A written essay

Additional Materials (if requested)

The Adult Admission team may request an in-person or virtual interview and/or a letter of recommendation from an employer or someone familiar with your academic or professional experience.

Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to Xavier University.

• Electronic transcripts (preferred):
  • Sent securely by your institution to xuadmit@xavier.edu
• Paper transcripts:
  • Mailed by the institution to:
    Xavier University
    Office of Admission
    3800 Victory Parkway
    Cincinnati, OH 45207 5131

• Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and are typically shared within one month after your application file is complete.
• Missing documents—especially official transcripts—will delay your admission decision.
• Please submit your FAFSA around the same time as your application to receive timely financial aid information.
• Once your application file is complete, it will be reviewed for an admission decision.
• If you have previously earned college credit, your transcripts will be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar for transfer credit evaluation after you are admitted.

Admission Decision and Beyond

After admission, your Adult Admissions Counselor will contact you to guide you through next steps and help you prepare to meet with your academic advisor.

You’ll also receive important enrollment communications to help you stay on track as you prepare to begin classes.

Priority Deadlines

Admitted adult students are encouraged to meet the following priority deadlines to stay on track for enrollment and course planning. Your $250 tuition deposit is applied toward your total tuition and is not an additional fee. The deposit is non refundable.

• Fall Entry Commitment Deposit: August 1
• Spring Entry Commitment Deposit: December 1
• Meeting these deadlines provides the best access to advising, registration, and available courses. Students may continue enrollment steps after these dates; however, options may be limited.

After admission, your Adult Admissions Counselor will contact you to guide you through next steps and help you prepare to meet with your academic advisor.

You’ll also receive important enrollment communications to help you stay on track as you prepare to begin classes.