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Accountancy (MS)
The Master of Science in Accountancy program prepares students for careers as accountants. Find details about the MS in Accountancy at Xavier University, located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Accounting
Measure, process and communicate financial information for companies and corporations.
Actuarial Science
Study economics, finance and statistics to graduate eligible for the nation's highest-paying jobs.
Adolescence to Young Adult (Secondary Education MEd)
Prepare to become a competent, professional, beginning, secondary or pre K-12 school teacher.
Advertising
Dive into the realm of creative brainstorming, digital media and market research.
Applied Physics
Explore the universe on a large scale all the way down to the sub-atomic level.
Art
Perfect your craft—whether it's printmaking, ceramics, photography or fiber arts.
Athletic Training (MS)
Collaborate with other health care professionals to provide care for the entire person-not just the injury.
Biochemistry
Dive into the intricate chemical processes and molecular interactions within living organisms.
Biological Sciences for Business
Prepare for leadership in the biotech industry.
Biology
Biology is the basis for many science-based careers from medicine to lab research.
Biomedical Sciences
Study biology, chemistry and physics and graduate ready to enter medical or dental school.
Biophysics
Explore principles in physics that describe patterns seen in biological systems.
Business Analytics and Information Systems (BAIS)
Help businesses make decisions through data analysis. Minors: Business Analytics, Operations and Supply Chain Management.
Business Undecided
Gain the knowledge, skills and networking needed to succeed in today's business world.
Chemistry
Study analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry.
Classical Humanities
Learn more about declaring the Classical Humanities major at Xavier.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA)
Play a significant role assisting the lives of individuals and communities with problems and concerns.
Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
Provide psychological services in today's changing professional climate.
Communication Studies
Bring people together through public speaking, internal communications and theory.
Computer Science
Gain an understanding of computer processes and algorithms.
Criminal Justice
Tap into the real-world excitement of law enforcement, crime scene investigation and constitutional law.
Criminal Justice (Online MS)
Train to provide effective and efficient oversight in matters related to crime and justice.
Customer Analytics (MS)
Help companies make data-led, customer-centric, problem-solving, business decisions.
Data Science Honors Program
Dive into the world of analytics, computer science, mathematics and statistics.
Digital Innovation, Film and Television (DIFT)
Master the art of visual storytelling.
Digital Media
Gain an in-depth understanding of social media platforms, technologies, content creation and digital design
Direct Entry MSN Program (MIDAS)
Earn your MSN without a BSN.
Economics
Develop an understanding of micro and macroeconomics and economic policy.
Economics
Study how wealth, goods and services affect the world and its economies.
Economics, Sustainability and Society
Learn to solve sustainability challenges in economic, social-impact and cultural settings.
Educational Administration (MEd)
Get the tools needed to lead a school or school district in a positive direction.
Engineering Physics
Discover how natural science and engineering come together.
English
Explore publishing, marketing, journalism and web content management.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Learn to use new ideas and innovations to solve problems.
Environmental Science
Take steps toward solving environmental problems to help make the world a more sustainable place.
Environmental Science (BS) - Environmental Management
Learn more about declaring the Environmental Science with a Concentration in Environmental Management major at Xavier.
Executive MBA
The 16-month EMBA for seasoned corporate executives immerses students in leadership, team-building and strategy.
Executive MHSA (Online MHSA)
A CAHME-accredited, nationally-ranked program designed for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their careers.
Exercise Science
Help people live healthier lives through exercise, rehabilitation and nutrition.
Exploratory
Choose the perfect career path by starting classes at Xavier before declaring a major.
Family Nurse Practitioner (Online MSN)
A program designed to prepare registered nurses to become family nurse practitioners.
Finance
Discover the techniques for making effective financial decisions for individuals and companies.
Forensic Nursing (Online MSN)
A program designed for registered nurses to apply science and nursing to both civil and criminal investigation and legal matters.
French and Francophone Studies
Learn more about the French major at Xavier, located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Gender and Diversity Studies
Examine privilege, peace, justice, identity and awareness in our modern world.
Graphic Design
Study art, technology and marketing to succeed as a creative designer.
Health Services Administration
Learn the business side of health care to ensure the quality of health care delivery with critical jobs in various health care organizations.
History
Study events, people and ideas of the past.
History or English Education (MA)
Study the past, or help young people finish high school fully prepared for college.
International Business
Gain a foundation in international business principles and practices within world trade and economies.
International Studies
Discover new world views and learn to assess international trends.
Management
Master the techniques it takes to guide a team to greatness.
Marketing
Master the world of marketing, from sales and advertising to research and brand management.
Master of Health Services Administration (MHSA)
A CAHME-accredited, nationally-ranked program preparing leaders in healthcare management.
Master of Social Work (MSW)
This online, on-campus hybrid model program prepares students in the Jesuit tradition to be advanced practitioners of social work.
Mathematics
Formulate and solve problems, analyze data and create and analyze models of real-world phenomena.
MBA (Online MBA)
Be prepared to make an immediate impact in the evolving business world.
Middle Childhood Education (Grades 4-9)
Specialize in social studies, math, science or reading while developing the skills needed to teach grades 4-9.
Montessori (Online MEd)
Learn to inspire and educate the future generation through hands-on-learning, self-directed play and collaboration.
Montessori Education (Grades P-3)
Learn what it takes to be a Montessori educator.
Montessori Education (MEd)
Become scientific observers who can provide students with developmentally-appropriate environments.
Multicultural Literature (MEd)
Expose children to a wealth of literature from a broad and increasingly diverse variety of different cultures.
Music Education (Ages 3-21)
Graduate with the licensure needed to teach music for ages 3-21.
Music Performance
Explore music theory, music history, pedagogy, esthetics and music education.
Music Production
Learn about the world of music production, from Garage Band to studio recording.
Musical Theatre
Study singing, dancing and performance.
Nursing
Become a skilled, well trained nurse in a program that connects you to professionals across the city and nation.
Nursing Education (Online MSN)
A program designed to provide registered nurses with advanced-level preparation in the principles of nurse education.
Nursing/Criminal Justice (Online MSN/MS Dual Degree)
This program integrates two degrees—the Master of Science in Nursing (Forensic Track) and the Master of Science in Criminal Justice.
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD)
Improve people's lives by using meaningful activity to address physical, emotional or educational needs,
Occupational Therapy Doctorate Direct Admit
Seats in the OTD program are held for exceptional incoming freshman students and rising sophomores.
Part-Time MBA (Main Campus)
Explore Xavier University's dynamic part-time MBA program, created for working professionals looking to invest in flexible, high-quality business education.
Pharmaceutical Science
Discover the perfect pathway to your pharmaceutical career.
Philosophy
Engage in the discussion of human nature, morality, technology and faith.
Philosophy, Politics and the Public
Explore politics, government and policy advocacy in this selective honors program.
Physics
Work in labs designed for experiments in electronics, holography, quantum optics, nuclear physics and more.
Political Science
Learn firsthand about the practice of government and politics.
Population Health Nursing (Online DNP)
A population health-focused post-master's degree for registered nurses who want to be leaders in the healthcare field.
Pre-Law Program
Develop the verbal, written and analytical skills needed to succeed in law school.
Pre-Professional Health
Learn a holistic approach to healthcare that's focused on a patient's overall health and wellness.
Primary Education (Elementary MEd)
Combine the latest theories, practice and opportunities for curriculum development and application.
Primary Education (Grades P-5)
Gain the skills needed to shape the lives of children in preschool through fifth grade.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Online MSN)
A program designed to provide registered nurses with advanced-level preparation in the principles of nurse education.
Psychology
Gain a better understanding of human behavior.
Public Relations
Become a pro at event planning and communicating on behalf of companies.
Reading Specialist (MEd)
Influence youth to become lifelong readers–and in turn–lifelong learners.
School Counseling (MA)
Gain the individual attention, community building, ethics and values it takes to work in a school setting.
Secondary Education (Grades P-12)
Learn more about the secondary education major at Xavier, located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Smith Scholars
A learning-intensive cohort honors program for students declaring a major within the Williams College of Business.
Social Work
Empower individuals and communities by connecting them with resources and advocating for social change.
Sociology
Study social behavior, cultural diversity, inequality, and social change.
Spanish
Get a passport to the world through reading, writing, speaking and experiencing the Spanish language.
Special Education (Grades P-12)
Gain the skills needed to shape the lives of children in as an intervention specialist.
Special Education (MEd/MSEd)
On campus program. Prepare to become a competent, professional, beginning, secondary or pre K-12 school teacher.
Special Education (Online MEd/MSEd)
Better serve and educate students with special needs.
Sport Administration (Online MS)
Develop leadership skills and prepare for success within the expanding sport industry.
Sport Management
Gain experience through organizing, budgeting and evaluating official sports organizations.
Sport Marketing
Explore the world of sport marketing, from PR to advertising, digital media and more.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MEd in TESOL)
Respect the diversity and multiculturalism of English language learners.
Teaching Integrated Science (Grades 7-12)
Become certified to teach science in grades 7-12.
Theatre
Study performance, stagecraft, directing and writing.
Theatre Education (Grades P-12)
Combine theatre classes with courses to receive your license to teach theatre to grades PK - 12.
Theology
Embrace humanity's experience of God and discover how it's expressed through doctrines and rituals.
Theology (MA)
Pursue personal enrichment and the grounding for a variety of Christian career options.
University Scholars
Students in this program complete the curriculum for their chosen major while taking extra honors courses and working closely with professors.
X-ccelerated 4+1 MBA Program
Level up your expertise and strategic skills with Xavier’s 4+1 MBA. Earn your degree in just 12 months and jump-start an exciting career in the business world.
News & Events
The latest news from Xavier and more!
Xavier Receives Milestone $50M Gift Toward College of Osteopathic Medicine
Xavier University has received a transformational $50 million gift, equaling the largest donation in the University’s 192-year history. Pledged anonymously, the gift supports the launch of the Xavier University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
December 12, 2023
NASA Awards Xavier Professor $150k Grant to Research Effects of Spaceflight on Muscles
Assistant Professor of Biology Kelly Crowe and her students are studying ways to prevent muscle atrophy in space.
October 16, 2023
Xavier Retains Ohio’s Top MBA, Leaps into Top 20 Nationally for Graduate Nursing
Xavier retained its position as Ohio’s top online MBA program for a third consecutive year and catapulted nearly 100 spots for its online graduate nursing program in U.S. News and World Report’s 2024 Best Online Program rankings.
February 7, 2024
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