Saint Xavier University, founded by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas who continue to sponsor the University through the Conference for Mercy Higher Education, is an independent, Catholic, comprehensive University offering bachelor's and master's degrees to a diverse population of over 5,000 students.

Recognized as one of the top 40 comprehensive master's universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Colleges 2009, Saint Xavier University's undergraduate enrollment grew 11% from 2003 to 2008, and eight new facilities were added over the last eight years. With more than 43 undergraduate majors and 40 graduate program options in the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Education, the School of Nursing, the Graham School of Management, and the School for Continuing and Professional Studies, Saint Xavier offers a firm foundation in the liberal arts along with solid career preparation.