in 1847, Xavier
is an
Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school in New York City that educates intelligent, motivated young men of diverse backgrounds and means. Xavier teaches students to take responsibility for their lives, to lead with integrity, to act justly in service of others, to pursue excellence in every endeavor and to deepen their relationship with God. Ultimately, Xavier forms young men who will go forth to transform the world for God’s greater glory.
Accreditations and Affiliations
Xavier High School is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. The school is chartered and registered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York. Xavier is a member of the Jesuit Schools Network, the National Association of Independent Schools, the National Catholic Education Association, and the Guild of Independent Schools of New York.
Advanced Placement Policy
Students are pre-selected for AP classes based on a combination of prerequisites, including a minimum of 90 in the subject and teacher recommendations. In two subjects (English and Calculus), a placement exam is required. The maximum number of AP courses a student can take in a single academic year is three, unless otherwise approved by the Dean of Academics.
Unique Programs
Ignatian Scholars Program
This very selective program admits 15% of incoming freshmen on average each year. During freshman and sophomore year, Ignatian Scholars enroll in Honors English, History, and Science. They must maintain a GPA of 85 or higher to remain in the program. Each Ignatian Scholar admitted into our freshman class receives some form of a merit scholarship upon his acceptance.
Christian Service Program
Sophomores must complete 10 hours and juniors must complete 15 hours of service each year. Seniors complete 72 hours of service, devoting each Monday of their spring semester to a service placement of their choice.
CFX Service and Immersion Program
The Companions of St. Francis Xavier Service and Immersion Program is a longstanding Xavier tradition that gives students the opportunity to live out the Ignatian call to be men for
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others. Trips provide students with a communal experience of church as a center of reflection and prayer while working and being with those most in need, both domestically and internationally. Approximately 20% of students participate annually.
Retreats
Retreats—voluntary in junior and senior year—play an important role during all four years of a Xavier student’s life. Through reflection, conversation, small group discussion, prayer, and other group and personal experiences, students come to better know themselves, the Xavier community, and God. More than 90% of the junior class elects to make a Kairos retreat, while 40% of seniors elect to participate in one or more of their optional retreat opportunities.
JROTC
Twenty percent of students choose to participate in JROTC. Xavier’s JROTC Regiment has maintained the coveted Gold Star distinction for more than 30 years.
2025 COURSE OF STUDY | GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: 27
Language (3) French 1-4 / Italian 1-4 / Latin 1-4 / Spanish 1-4 Spanish 1-3
(3)
/ Chemistry / Physics Biology / Chemistry
English Language and Composition / English Literature and Composition
World History / U.S. History / European History / Comparative Government and Politics / U.S. Government and Politics
/ Calculus BC / Statistics
Philosophy and Christian Thought / World Religions / Christian Ethics on War and Peace / Ignatian Perspectives
Journalism / Literature in Film / Irish Literature and Culture / Modernism / Imprisonment in Literature / Surviving: True and Unbelievable Stories / Soldiers’ Stories / The Rise and Reign of the Antihero / Dread, Angst, and the Battle Against Oblivion / Voices of the Harlem Renaissance / The Dream Deferred / Fiction Writing / Screenwriting
Modern U.S. and World History / Intro to Economics/ Undocumented History Makers / Challenges of the Modern World: From the Cold War and Civil Rights Movement to the Post-9/11 World
Intro to Calculus / Calculus / Financial Accounting
Italian Language and Culture / Spanish Arabic 1
/ Chemistry / Physics 1 / Physics 2
Computer Science and Technology (.5) Coding 1 Computer Science
Anatomy and Physiology / Astronomy and Astrobiology / Engineering Principles and Design / Environmental Science
Art 1-4 / Art History / Foundations of Instrumental Music / Instrumental Music 1-4 / Intro to Acting 9-11 / Stagecraft / Survey of Music / Acting for Film / Advanced Acting / Audio Recording / Blue Night Band / Elements of Cinema / Photoshop for Designers / Vocal Music / Advanced Guitar
Architectural Design and 3D Modeling / Game Design with Unity / Moviemaking and Editing with Premiere Pro / Robotics / Entrepreneurship and Technical Innovation Military Science Military Science 9-12
Education (3)
Education 9-12 and Health
