Xavier University: what international applicants need

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

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

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

What is Xavier University's acceptance rate?

86.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Xavier University admitted 12,642 of its 14,631 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 Xavier University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. 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 (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Xavier University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 550–650 in Math and 553–660 in Reading and Writing (13% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 22–29.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

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

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

Which English tests does Xavier University accept?

Xavier University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic 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 Xavier University accept the Duolingo English Test?

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

How many recommendation letters does Xavier University require?

Xavier University requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Xavier University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Xavier University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Xavier University have?

71 of Xavier University's 4,239 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.7%.

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

How much does Xavier University cost for international students?

Xavier University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $50,640, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,920. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $69,060 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