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Xavier University

Cincinnati, Ohio · Private non-profit university

Radiology & sonography programs
not reportedcompletion rate · Ohio avg 69%
$23,250median debt of graduates
$54,758median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$64,873median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy | American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation | Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education | Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | Higher Learning Commission | Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology | Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education | Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (Accredited)
Address: 3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45207 · Phone: (513) 745-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Xavier University is a private non-profit university in Cincinnati, Ohio offering radiology and sonography programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission among others.

The statewide average completion rate is 68.8%, though Xavier's own completion rate isn't reported; per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $23,250 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $64,873.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Xavier University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used, and 16.3% of students receive Pell Grants.

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Radiologic technologists and technicians$60,360$78,320$82,430

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 15 not reported not reported not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Xavier University is a private non-profit university located in Cincinnati, Ohio. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Within its broader academic offerings, the campus is accredited by several bodies including the Higher Learning Commission and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and its primary trade-relevant credential is in radiology and sonography programs, with 15 completers in the most recent reporting period.

Federal data shows the statewide average completion rate for similar programs is 68.8%, though Xavier's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who completed programs at Xavier carried a median debt of $23,250, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $64,873. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 16.3% of students at the institution receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served.

Given its status as a large university with one primary trade-relevant program family, Xavier's radiology and sonography offering may suit students seeking a credential embedded within a broader university setting, though those specifically comparing standalone vocational schools should confirm program length and format directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcome data independently using the accreditors listed and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Xavier University's primary trade-relevant offering is in radiology and sonography programs, with 15 program completers reported. This is its only listed program family under trade/career program families.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, Xavier University is accredited. Its accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and several other specialized bodies.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, Xavier University participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

Xavier's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate for comparable programs is 68.8%, but a direct comparison isn't available.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates was $23,250, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $64,873, per the College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (513) 745-3000 or visit https://www.xavier.edu/ for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Xavier University is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status generally means revenues are reinvested into the school rather than distributed to shareholders, which can affect institutional priorities and pricing.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length for the radiology and sonography program is not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the listed bodies, such as the Higher Learning Commission, and check outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?206622.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner services, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone. Contact the school directly to discuss program format and flexibility.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Xavier University by phone at (513) 745-3000 or through its website at https://www.xavier.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools offering radiology and sonography programs is not included in this listing. Use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.

Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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