Xavier University of Louisiana
HBCUFaith-BasedTest-OptionalGreek Life
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
INTERDISCIPLINARY FOCUS
•Explores performance of literature, everyday life, and composition
•Blends creative practice with critical theory and cultural analysis
•Coursework spans race, culture, and communication studies
HBCU HERITAGE
•Located at the only Catholic HBCU in the United States
•Part of the Department of Art and Performance Studies
•Based in New Orleans — one of the richest performing arts cities in the country
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•36-hour major with 32 hours of free electives
•Capstone project in senior year
•Option to add a minor in a complementary field
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Scholarship PriorityDec 1, 2025
PriorityMar 1, 2026
Rolling
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply via Common App or the Xavier University application
•No application fee
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment
•Rolling admissions after March 1 priority deadline
•Test scores not required for admission
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission is through the university application process
•No separate audition, portfolio, or interview required for this program
Program info updated 6d ago
INTERDISCIPLINARY FOCUS
•Explores performance of literature, everyday life, and composition
•Blends creative practice with critical theory and cultural analysis
•Coursework spans race, culture, and communication studies
HBCU HERITAGE
•Located at the only Catholic HBCU in the United States
•Part of the Department of Art and Performance Studies
•Based in New Orleans — one of the richest performing arts cities in the country
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•36-hour major with 32 hours of free electives
•Capstone project in senior year
•Option to add a minor in a complementary field
Updated 6d ago
Academic School Information
3.52
Avg GPA (W)
69%
Admit Rate
49%
Grad Rate
2,628
Enrollment
$52,184
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$28,733
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$17,127
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$14,405
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,094
Family Income $48k - $75k$17,836
Family Income $75k - $110k$19,118
Family Income $110k+$24,096
