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XAVIER UNIVERSITY
WILLIAMS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

GENERAL INFORMATION Academics

Type of school Private Garnering more prestige with every graduating class, Xavier University’s practical MBA
Affiliation Roman Catholic/Jesuit programs “have a very strong reputation among [members of] the business community
Academic calendar Semester in Cincinnati, and across the Midwest.” Through the William’s College of Business,
Xavier offers several MBA options, specially designed for working professionals: the
SURVEY SAYS... Evening MBA, the Weekend MBA, the Executive MBA, and two off-site programs. For
Cutting-edge classes most students, the “convenient class options” and “scheduling flexibility” are major
Solid preparation in:
advantages of this program, though the curriculum’s “quality and reputation” are the
Finance
number one reason they chose Xavier. No matter what your field, Xavier’s core curricu-
General management
Doing business in a global economy lum promotes a “holistic view of the business world,” integrating business disciplines,
from marketing strategy to finance. In addition, students must take a minimum of nine
STUDENTS credit hours of electives, with the option of pursuing a concentration. Students praise
Enrollment of parent Xavier’s focus on the global business market (there are international trips offered over
institution 6,966 spring break in locations from China to Brazil), though some would like to see “more
Enrollment of MBA Program 1,049 opportunities to learn about non-profit management and green business operations.”
% male/female 68/32
Xavier draws heavily on the local business community, and “Many professors are
% out-of-state 4
adjuncts that are pulled from the business community and bring in amazing real-life
% part-time 84
experience.” A student elaborates, “Professors are either owners of very successful com-
% minorities 16
panies from a large amount of differing fields or well-known in their respective fields.”
% international 3
Average age at entry 29 In the classroom, the emphasis is on practice, not theory—perfect for those who want to
Average years work experience boost their current career. A student raves, “Practical experience and engagement in case
at entry 7 studies has enhanced my critical business thinking and allowed me to become a better
thinker and leader.” Although work experience is not a requirement of the program,
ACADEMICS Xavier’s MBAs are best suited towards older students already in the workplace. An
Academic Experience Rating 84 evening student says, “For an experienced manager like me, the academics are a good
Student/faculty ratio 26:1 augmentation of the work I do today. I’m not convinced the younger students will have
Profs interesting rating 85 any idea of how to use what we are learning in their first job.”
Profs accessible rating 86
“One of the strengths of Xavier is that it is a smaller school,” and this unique intimacy
% female faculty 37
plays out in many positive ways. First of all, small class sizes assure that “You get a clos-
% minority faculty 17
er relationship with your classmates and faculty. These stronger relationships allow for
Joint Degrees an abundance of networking opportunities.” On top of that, the staff is truly student-ori-
Master of Health Services ented; here, “professors really make you feel like the students are the highest priority,
Administration and Master of and getting published is a distant second.” Likewise, “the administration bends over
Business Administration Program backwards to help with things like financial aid, and even military aid for veteran stu-
Approximate Length, 3 years; dents.” A student enthuses, “No matter what the question or concern, there is someone
Master of Science in Nursing and readily available to help...from scheduling questions, to tuition concerns, to library assis-
Master of Business Adminstration, tance. And everyone is always so pleasant and kind!”
approximate length, 3 years.
Career and Placement
Prominent Alumni Ninety-five percent of Xavier’s MBA candidates work full time and take classes in the
George Schaefer, President/CEO evenings or on the weekends. A large percentage of those students are also receiving
FIfth Third Bancorp; Robert J. tuition assistance from their company, with the expectation that they will continue—with
Kohlhepp, Vice Chairman, Cintas increased responsibilities—at the same company after graduation. As students tell us,
Corporation; John Lechleiter, “Cincinnati has a lot of big corporations (GE Aircraft, GE Finance, P&G, Kroger, Johnson
President & CEO, Eli Lilly & & Johnson) and Xavier is the business school of choice for all these Cincinnati-based com-
Company; Carlos Alcantara, panies.” Xavier alumni report that their salaries rose 29.5 percent after completing the
President/CEO Chalaco; Mary Jean MBA the program, and rose 66 percent within five years of graduation. Recent graduates
Ryan, F.S.M. MEA., President and had an average salary of $70,900, with a range between $65,000 and $170,000.
CEO SSM Health Care.

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ADMISSIONS CONTACT: ANNA MARIE WHELAN, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, MBA PROGRAMS

FINANCIAL FACTS
ADDRESS: 3800 VICTORY PARKWAY CINCINNATI, OH 45207-3221
Annual tuition $12,546
PHONE: 513-745-3525 • FAX: 513-745-2929
Cost of books $900
E-MAIL: XUMBA@XAVIER.EDU • WEBSITE: WWW.XAVIER.EDU/MBA
% of students receiving aid 26
While many students aren’t actively looking for a new job, the Williams’ College of % of first-year students
receiving aid 183
Business Professional Development Center is a full-service organization, which tailors its
% of students receiving loans 21
efforts to career starters, career changers, and those who want to advance their existing
% of students receiving grants 11
career. Among other offerings, the Professional Development Center offers one-on-one
Average award package $15,280
career counseling, a professional mentorship and internship program, resume and inter-
Average grant $796
view prep, and “excellent career and networking activities and talks.”
Average student loan debt $31,280
Student Life and Environment
ADMISSIONS
Xavier’s pretty campus is “tucked away in the hills of Cincinnati” and dotted with “won-
Admissions Selectivity Rating 83
derful, ivy-covered, old European-looking buildings.” In the business school, students
# of applications received 355
are “impressed with the classrooms [and] library” as well as the “excellent student cen-
% applicants accepted 63
ter with variety of eateries, game room, bookstore, movie theater, and hang-out spots.”
% acceptees attending 87
Throughout the business school, students can participate in “networking opportunities
Average GMAT 550
on campus with companies around Cincinnati,” or attend “informative lectures and sem-
Range of GMAT 450–680
inars” on business topics. Students admit that the school has recently outgrown its facil-
Average GPA 3.26
ities; fortunately, “The administration recognized the need for a new business building
TOEFL required of
and construction should be complete this year.” international students Yes
Most students at Xavier are working full-time, and therefore, they only come to campus Minimum TOEFL
for class and study groups. Even so, students are friendly and social with one another. (paper/computer) 550/213
For example, those in the Weekend MBA program “eat lunch together between classes, Early decision program? No
and perhaps play some racquetball.” In addition to casual socializing, “There are a num- ED Deadline/Notification
ber of organizations solely within the MBA program that regularly go out for events, din- Deferment available Yes
ner, or drinks.” While the school is ultra-accommodating to working students, those with Maximum length
families note, “There are no daycare or spouse resources.” of deferment 1 year
Transfer students accepted Yes
Admission Transfer application policy:
To be considered for admission to Xavier’s graduate programs, students must have a 6 hours of core curriculum from
GPA of at least 2.5 from their undergraduate studies—though, on average, entering stu- AACSB accredited programs only.
dents had a 3.0 GPA, on a 4.0 scale. Students must also have a minimum GMAT score of Up to 18 hours of core curriculum
470. Letters of recommendation are optional, but are recommended for students whose from AACSB accredited Jesuit
test scores or GPA fall below the average applicant. Previous career experience is not a MBA Network Schools.
requirement of the program; however, it is highly recommended. Non-fall admissions Yes
Need-blind admissions Yes

Applicants Also Look At

EMPLOYMENT PROFILE Ohio State University
Career Rating 85 Grads Employed by Function% Avg. Salary University of Cincinnati
Percent employed at graduation 69 Marketing 18 $70,447 Miami University of Ohio
Percent employed 3 months Operations 3 $47,500
after graduation 75 Consulting 1 $48,900
Average base starting salary $76,869 Management 5 $58,000
Finance 13 $67,695
MIS 3 $67,700
Communications 1 $62,500
Entrepreneurship 1 NR
Internet 3 NR
Nonprofit 3 $48,500
Strategic 1 $115,000
Top 5 Employers Hiring Grads
Procter & Gamble (7), Fidelity Investments
(5), The Kroger Company (2), Fifth Third Bank
(7), General Electric (5)

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