Applying for Financial Aid

1. Apply for Admission

  • Before applying for financial aid, students must first be accepted for admission to Xavier University.
  • Visit the Admission page to learn more.
2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • File the 2026-27 FAFSA form to apply for aid for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027.
  • Be sure to include Xavier University in the school section of your form.
  • Xavier's Federal School Code is 003144.

Need help? Check out our FAFSA Tips page for guidance on completing the form.

3. Review Your FAFSA Submission Summary
  • After your FAFSA form has been processed, Federal Student Aid (FSA) will email you a link to your FAFSA Submission Summary.
  • Review your FAFSA Submission Summary carefully to ensure all information is correct.
  • If corrections are needed, log in at fafsa.gov to update your FAFSA.
4. Financial Aid Eligibility is Determined
  • Your financial aid eligibility will be based on the information you submitted through your FAFSA form.
  • Xavier expects to begin preparing financial aid offers by January 2026 for new students who have submitted a 2026-27 FAFSA form.
  • You will be notified when your financial aid offer is ready to view.
  • Review your aid offer and reach out to your admission counselor with questions.

Am I eligible for federal student aid?

To be considered for federal financial aid, a student must:

  • Be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible non-citizen of the United States.
  • Apply and be accepted for admission into an approved degree program or teacher-certification program.
  • Be making appropriate progress toward degree completion according to Xavier University's standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress.
  • Not be in default on any federal education loans borrowed as a student or a parent.
  • Not owe a refund on any federal or state education grants.