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Xavier University’s online offerings bring a respected Jesuit education to working adults seeking flexible, faculty-led degree and certificate programs, including pathways in nursing and criminal justice.

Built on Xavier’s tradition of academic quality, ethical leadership, and service, online programs can help you pursue your goals while balancing work, family, and personal commitments.

Whether you are preparing for advanced nursing practice, nursing leadership, forensic nursing, criminal justice administration, or another professional pathway, Xavier offers an education designed to help you move forward with purpose.

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Xavier’s Online Programs at a Glance

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Xavier combines the flexibility of online learning with the academic standards, personal attention, and values of a long-established Jesuit university.
About Xavier
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Founded in 1831
Earn your degree online from a university with a long academic tradition.
Jesuit Catholic University
Xavier’s approach to education is shaped by reflection, ethical leadership, service, and whole-person development.
Accredited Institution
Xavier University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Online Graduate Pathways
Explore online programs in nursing, criminal justice, certificates, doctoral study, and related areas.
Faculty-led Learning
Learn from Xavier faculty who bring academic expertise and professional experience to the online classroom.
Xavier Community
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A Jesuit Education for Working Professionals

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A Xavier education goes beyond coursework. Rooted in the Jesuit Catholic tradition, Xavier encourages students to think critically, act ethically, lead with purpose, and serve their communities. As an online student, those values can inform how you approach professional practice, leadership, service, and your responsibilities to others. You can develop not only knowledge, but also the judgment and sense of responsibility needed to make a meaningful difference in your profession and community.

This tradition includes cura personalis, or care for the whole person. That means recognizing you as an individual with unique academic, professional, and personal goals.

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Flexible Online Programs with Applied Learning

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Xavier’s online programs are designed for adults balancing education with professional and personal responsibilities. Program formats and requirements vary, with some pathways incorporating scheduled sessions, applied projects, clinical or practicum experiences, immersion hours, or other program-specific requirements.

When comparing Xavier online programs, review the curriculum, admissions requirements, any experiential learning requirements, and available support for the pathway that matches your goals.

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Why Students Choose Xavier

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At Xavier, faculty guidance, experiential learning, and a Jesuit approach to education come together to support your academic and professional growth.
Faculty Guidance and Personal Attention
Faculty guidance can help you deepen your understanding, apply course concepts, and work toward your academic and professional goals. Learn About Xavier Faculty
Flexible Online Format
Online learning gives working professionals greater flexibility when and where they complete coursework, while program-specific requirements provide opportunities for applied learning.
Values-based Education
Xavier’s Jesuit tradition emphasizes ethical leadership, reflection, service, and whole-person development.
Applied Professional Preparation
Xavier’s online programs are designed to connect academic theory with professional practice through applied coursework, projects, practicums, clinical experiences, or immersion requirements, where applicable.
Student Support
As an online student at Xavier, you’ll have access to resources and guidance designed to help you understand expectations, navigate your studies, and stay on track. Explore Online Student Support
Xavier Community
Online students are part of the broader Xavier learning community, connecting with faculty, student resources, and a university network that extends beyond graduation.
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Explore the resources that can help you evaluate Xavier University online programs and plan your next steps.
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Institutional accreditation, nursing accreditation, state authorization, licensure considerations, and program eligibility.
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Faculty backgrounds, areas of expertise, professional experience, and their role in the online learning experience.
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What it is like to study online at Xavier, including support, flexibility, student resources, and alumni testimonials.
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Academic Quality, Accreditation, and Recognition

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Academic quality and institutional credibility matter when choosing an online program. Xavier University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In addition, the baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, post-graduate APRN certificate program, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Xavier University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (ccneaccreditation.org).

Xavier University rankings also reflect the university’s broader reputation for quality, value, and innovation. In the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Xavier was recognized as the #2 Most Innovative School in Ohio and the #4 Best Value School in Ohio.

State authorization, licensure, and program eligibility can vary by program and location, especially for online nursing students. Review these details before applying.

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#2 “Most Innovative School” in Ohio

#4 “Best Value School” in Ohio
(U.S. News & World Report, 2026)

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Top-Ranked “Top Colleges 2026”
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Top-Ranked One of the “Best 379 Colleges in America”
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#6 “Best Colleges for Nursing in Ohio”
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Support for Online Students

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Xavier online students have access to guidance and resources designed to help them understand expectations, navigate their studies, and stay on track. Explore the online student experience to learn more about academic, technology, career, and student success resources.
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Find Your Online Program

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If Xavier feels like the right fit, the next step is to explore the program that matches your goals. Xavier offers online nursing and criminal justice pathways, including master’s and doctoral degrees, certificate options, and dual-degree pathways.

Explore each program area to compare curriculum, admissions requirements, applied learning experiences, state eligibility, and getting started.

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What can I expect from an online education at Xavier University?

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Xavier’s online offerings bring our long-standing Jesuit tradition to flexible online graduate, certificate, and doctoral programs. You can learn from experienced faculty in programs grounded in academic quality, ethical leadership, service, and whole-person development, with opportunities to connect your education to your professional goals.
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Is Xavier University accredited?

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Yes. Xavier University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In addition, the baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, post-graduate APRN certificate program, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Xavier University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

You can review our Accreditation and State Authorization page for details about institutional and specialized accreditation, state authorization, and program eligibility.

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Are Xavier online programs taught by Xavier faculty?

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Yes. Xavier faculty lead the online academic experience, bringing academic expertise and professional experience to coursework and helping you connect what you learn with professional practice and long-term goals.
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What makes Xavier’s online programs different?

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Xavier’s online programs combine the flexibility of online learning with the personalized attention and academic quality of a Jesuit university founded in 1831.

You’ll learn from experienced scholars and practitioners in small virtual classes, with no more than 25 students, creating opportunities for individualized learning and meaningful faculty interaction.

Programs also emphasize professional preparation and student support, helping you build knowledge and skills you can apply as they pursue your career goals.

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Are Xavier online programs designed for working adults?

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Yes. Xavier’s online programs are designed with working adults in mind. Some pathways may include clinical, practicum, immersion, synchronous, or applied project requirements. Review your selected program before applying.
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Are Xavier online students part of the Xavier community?

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Yes. Online students are part of the Xavier learning community and have access to support and resources designed to help them stay connected and on track. Available resources vary by program.
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Where can I compare Xavier online programs?

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Explore Xavier’s online program offerings here or visit the Nursing Programs overview page or Criminal Justice Programs overview page to compare available pathways.
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How do I apply to Xavier online programs?

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Start by reviewing the program that fits your goals, then visit the Admissions Resources page for application steps, requirements, deadlines, and applicant guidance.
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Learn more about Xavier University’s online nursing and criminal justice programs, or request information to better understand your options and next steps.
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