96% of students complete at least one internship. Strong corporate partnerships in Cincinnati (P&G, Kroger, Fifth Third Bank, GE). Career Development Office facilitates connections. Many internships are paid.

Average class size is 21 students. 48% of classes have fewer than 20 students. Only 2% of classes have 50+ students.

Jesuit education emphasizing personalized attention, discussion-based learning, and applied/experiential learning. Strong focus on internships, service learning, and real-world application. Professors teach all classes (no TAs).

Excellent support: Learning Assistance Center, Writing Center, Math Lab, peer tutoring, disability services, academic coaching, supplemental instruction for difficult courses. Small classes enable professor accessibility.

94% career outcomes rate (employed or in graduate school within 6 months). Average starting salary $52,000+. Strong regional employer connections.

• Philosophy, Politics and the Public (PPP) major designed for pre-law. 85%+ law school acceptance rate. Mock trial team. Pre-law advising through Career Development.
• Williams College of Business is AACSB-accredited (top 5% globally). Ranked in top 100 undergraduate business programs by various sources. Strong reputation in Midwest.
• Part of AACSB-accredited business school with dedicated marketing major. Known for experiential learning and Cincinnati corporate connections.
• Strong program with BA and BS options. Research opportunities available. Good preparation for graduate school.
• Strong pre-PT advising through Health Professions Advising. 3+3 Doctor of Physical Therapy program available. Exercise science major available. High acceptance rates to PT programs.

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No Greek life - Xavier does not have fraternities or sororities. Social scene is based on clubs, organizations, sports, and residence hall communities.

Active social scene without Greek life. 150+ student organizations. Strong service/volunteer culture (Jesuit values). Off-campus party scene in student neighborhoods. Downtown Cincinnati nightlife accessible. Community-oriented atmosphere.

Moderate to strong school spirit. D1 athletics (Big East Conference). Basketball games well-attended (Cintas Center). Annual traditions include Manresa orientation, X-Fest, Christmas on the Mall. Growing spirit with Big East membership.

86% freshman retention rate

77% six-year graduation rate

Active campus on weekends. NOT a commuter school - 55% of students live on campus, most others live nearby in student neighborhoods. Weekend programming through Student Activities Council. Close proximity to downtown Cincinnati provides entertainment options.

Moderate with lean toward progressive on social issues, conservative on some values (Catholic/Jesuit). Generally respectful dialogue. Service-oriented culture transcends politics. Diverse viewpoints present.

Urban campus in residential Cincinnati neighborhood (Norwood/Evanston). 190-acre campus feels like traditional college campus but with city access. 5 miles from downtown Cincinnati.

Cincinnati averages 176 sunny days per year (US average is 205). Climate has four distinct seasons. Winters can be gray and cold. Not ideal for sunshine lovers.

Good nature access: Campus has tree-lined paths. Nearby: Mt. Airy Forest (1,459 acres, 5 min), Cincinnati Nature Center (20 min), East Fork State Park (45 min), Red River Gorge (2 hours). Ohio River trails nearby.

Campus shuttle system. Cincinnati Metro bus access. Uber/Lyft readily available. Walkable to nearby shops/restaurants. Many students have cars junior/senior year. Bike-friendly campus.

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) - 15 miles, approximately 20-25 minutes drive

Norwood neighborhood - mixed residential/commercial. Campus adjacent to Hyde Park (upscale shopping/dining). Downtown Cincinnati offers arts, sports, entertainment, riverfront. Over-the-Rhine neighborhood (trendy dining/nightlife). Safe campus with security presence.

Xavier has a Dance Team that performs at basketball games and competitions. Competes in Division I level. Tryouts held annually - walk-ons welcome. Team competes at UDA College Nationals. Mix of competitive performance and spirit functions.

HUB Recreation Center: fitness equipment, group fitness classes, indoor track, basketball courts, climbing wall. Intramural sports very popular (30+ options). Club sports available. Outdoor recreation trips offered. Tennis courts. Soccer fields.

Multiple dining options: Hoff Dining Commons (main all-you-care-to-eat), Currito (Mexican), Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Einstein Bros Bagels, food court options. Meal plans required for on-campus residents. Generally positive reviews. Many off-campus restaurant options nearby.

Attractive traditional campus with mix of historic and modern buildings. Well-maintained green spaces. Academic Mall centerpiece. Cintas Center (modern arena). New Conaton Learning Commons. Tree-lined pathways. Red brick buildings. Overall pleasant aesthetics.

Good housing options: Traditional residence halls for freshmen. Suite-style and apartment-style for upperclassmen. Commons Apartments, University Station Apartments, Village Apartments available. Living Learning Communities available. AC in all buildings. Required to live on campus first 2 years unless commuting from home.

Contact through Xavier Athletics Department: (513) 745-3413 or through Campus Recreation. Dance Team typically announces tryouts in spring semester. Check Xavier Spirit Squads webpage or contact Athletic Department for coach information.