Saint Xavier University: what international applicants need

What are Saint Xavier University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Saint Xavier University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on July 27, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Saint Xavier University's acceptance rate?

84.3% for students who started in fall 2024: Saint Xavier University admitted 5,424 of its 6,434 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Saint Xavier University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Saint Xavier University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 27, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Saint Xavier University's application fee for international students?

Saint Xavier University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Saint Xavier University accept?

Saint Xavier University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Saint Xavier University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Saint Xavier University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Saint Xavier University require?

Saint Xavier University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Saint Xavier University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Saint Xavier University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Saint Xavier University have?

0 of Saint Xavier University's 3,098 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Saint Xavier University cost for international students?

Saint Xavier University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $37,940, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $12,860. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $54,440 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source