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Saint Xavier University

Private nonprofit Chicago, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
58%
Graduation Rate
$58,656
Earnings (10yr)
$10,970
Net Price
84%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Saint Xavier University has an acceptance rate of 84%, making it accessible to a wide range of students. With an enrollment of just over 3,000, it offers a more intimate college experience while still providing diverse academic options.

The Opportunity Insights data shows that Saint Xavier graduates earn a median income of $58,656 ten years after graduation. This suggests that students can expect a solid return on their investment in education. While specific mobility rates are not available, the university’s strong focus on programs in health professions, business, and education positions graduates for careers in high-demand fields.

The net price for attending Saint Xavier is $10,970, with a median debt of $22,223. Nearly 60% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting the university's commitment to supporting lower-income students. Those who thrive here typically pursue careers in health, business, and education, where they can leverage their degrees for better financial outcomes.

Rankings

How Saint Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation58%Earnings 10yr$59KNet Price$11KRetention76%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate59%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$18K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%891.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3138.3%MOBILITY279.67%

Cost & Financial Aid

$37,940
In-State Tuition
$37,940
Out-of-State
$10,970
Avg Net Price
$22,223
Median Debt
59%
Pell Grant Rate
87%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,572
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,702
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,715
Family Income $48K–$75K
$17,864
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$50,784
6 Years After Entry
$56,175
8 Years
$58,656
10 Years
0.38x
Debt-to-Earnings
74%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$50,784 6yr $56,175 8yr $58,656 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

279.67%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3138.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
891.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$82,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.62
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 84%
Retention Rate 76%
Full-Time Faculty 29%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,124
Diversity Index 0.63
First-Gen Students 49%

Top Programs

Health Professions 21%
Business & Marketing 18%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Education 10%
Psychology 8%
Criminal Justice 5%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Communications 3%