About Xavier University of Louisiana
Xavier University of Louisiana is a private, Catholic historically Black university in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is the only Catholic HBCU in the United States and is located in the city’s Gert Town neighborhood. The university serves undergraduate and graduate students in a mission shaped by Catholic and social justice traditions.
Xavier offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs through its colleges and schools, with especially strong reputations in the sciences and health-related fields. The university is widely known for preparing students for professional study, including medicine, pharmacy, and other STEM pathways. Its academic profile also includes liberal arts and business offerings.
- Only Catholic HBCU in the United States
- Strong STEM and health sciences reputation, especially for pre-professional pathways
- Private university with a mission rooted in Catholic and social justice values
- Transfer and exam credit are evaluated through official academic policies
- Located in New Orleans, Louisiana