Xavier University of Louisiana
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As the nation’s only historically Black and Catholic university, Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) is globally renowned for its academic rigor, particularly for leading the United States in producing the most African American graduates who successfully complete medical school. Prospective students will find XULA's strongest academic pathways in its highly competitive College of Pharmacy and its robust pre-med tracks within the biology and chemistry departments. This academic intensity is balanced by a vibrant campus culture in New Orleans, where students enjoy a supportive, family-like environment that celebrates rich HBCU traditions, spiritual growth, and a deeply rooted commitment to social justice and community service.
Wikipedia:Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) is a private historically black Catholic university in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. It is the only Catholic HBCU. Upon the canonization of Katharine Drexel in 2000 it became the first Catholic university founded by a saint.
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Xavier University of Louisiana accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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