Undergraduate Core Curriculum

Educating the Whole Person

Building upon nearly 500 years of Liberal Arts, Catholic, Jesuit education, Xavier's 21st-century undergraduate Core Curriculum fosters growth in every area of life - intellectually, morally and spiritually.

Core Overview

Rooted in the Jesuit tradition, Xavier University’s Undergraduate Core Curriculum brings Ignatian values to life through an evolving liberal arts education.

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Course Descriptions

Each Core course explores a vital question rooted in the Jesuit Catholic tradition while supporting student development through foundation, exploration, and integration.

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Student Policies and Support

Explore transfer student Core requirements, credit tiers, double-counting policies, and resources for navigating Xavier’s Undergraduate Core Curriculum.

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Faculty SharePoint

Faculty and staff can find extensive information about the Core Curriculum and Core Assessment by consulting the Core Curriculum SharePoint site.

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