Saint Xavier University
Saint Xavier University (or SXU) is a private Roman Catholic university in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1846 by the Sisters of Mercy, the university enrolls 3,749 students.
Former names | Saint Francis Xavier Female Academy (1846–1873) Saint Xavier Academy (1873–1915) Saint Francis Xavier College for Women (1915–1919) Saint Xavier College (1919–1992) |
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| Motto | Via Veritas Vita (Latin) |
Motto in English | (I am) the way, the truth, and the life. |
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1846 |
| Founder | Religious Sisters of Mercy |
Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic (Sisters of Mercy) |
Academic affiliations | ACCU CMHE CIC NAICU |
| President | Rebecca Sherrick |
| Provost | Saib Othman |
Academic staff | 366 |
| Students | 3,523 (Fall 2022) |
| Undergraduates | 2,981 (Fall 2022) |
| Postgraduates | 542 (Fall 2022) |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | Urban, 109 acres (44 ha) |
| Colors | Scarlet & Gray |
| Nickname | Cougars |
Sporting affiliations | NAIA – CCAC |
| Mascot | Cougar |
| Website | www |
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