Advancing the creation of a Just and Humane Society
Gifts to ƬƵ University help students eXpand their horizons, so that they may go on to lead and serve in a global society. For donors, the philanthropic effect can be profoundly fulfilling as it can tremendously impact the course of many deserving young students’ lives.
“I want the students to carry on the tradition of eXcellence. I want to see the ƬƵ legacy passed on,” said legendary artist, educator and ƬƵ alum John T. Scott, ’67.
In order to honor the legacy of Mother Katharine Drexel and the mission of ƬƵ University, we must be purposeful in shaping the future by investing our time and resources in it. Your financial contributions and leadership is vital to shaping the student eXperience, creating new ideas and cutting-edge research, and elevating the eXpansion of our academic program offerings.
To read more about the positive impact giving has on donors, students and the world, click on the stories below.
Make a commitment to the future of ƬƵ University and all students who call upon you to continue Mother Katharine’s legacy towards the creation of a just and humane society.
Scholarships
Make an investment in the education of a young, gifted student.
Facilities
Did you know that the ƬƵ University Main Building, Convent and Library are three late Gothic Revival architecture style buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places? These buildings, as well as the student residence halls, parking lots, classrooms and labs require ongoing maintenance to restore and enable the legacy of eXcellence for tomorrow’s leaders who walk our halls today.
Memorial and Tribute Gifts
Honor a living or deceased relative, friend or colleague with a gift that continues their legacy to future generations of ƬƵites.
Legacy Gifts
Create a lasting gift in your estate plan to support future generations of ƬƵ students as they learn, grow, and lead. Use this free estate planning tool to get started.
Academic Programs
Maintain and enhance the academic rigor of ƬƵ University’s curriculum and program offerings.
Summer Programs
A variety of summer opportunities enrich the academic and social development of middle school and high school students from around the world at ƬƵ University.
XSCAPE Fund
Be the hero to a meritorious student who may face an unforeseen or unusual circumstance due to personal or family emergencies.
Your Impact
We are honored to have your support and to share the profound impact your generosity continues to make in the lives of our students and campus community. Most recently, ƬƵ was named a Fulbright Historically Black College and University Institutional Leader by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) for 2019-2020. Each of the accolades and successes we hold are credited to our alumni and faithful friends that stand by our side as we prepare students for roles of leadership and service in a global society. Thank you for being impactful and making a difference at ƬƵ.
A recent 2020 AAMC report revealed that ƬƵ maintains its high-ranking status in sending African American graduates on to successfully complete Medical School. ƬƵ also remains ranked among the top ten in sending African American Graduates to Medical School.
ƬƵ was recognized as the #3 HBCU by U.S. News “Best Colleges” Guide 2021.
ƬƵ was recognized as among the nation’s top four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the recently released “Best Colleges 2020” guide by Niche.com.
With a 93% placement rate, ƬƵ remains Louisiana’s top institution for graduates successfully entering the job market according to career experts at Zippia.com.
ƬƵ was recognized as one of the nation’s top Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as well as a best value among southern regional universities in the recently released “Best Colleges 2020” guide by the U.S. News Media Group.
ƬƵ was singled out as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education by the Princeton Review in the 2021 edition “The Best 386 Colleges” publication.
The ƬƵ University Division of Business was awarded the Louisiana Quality Foundation’s (LQF) highest award, the Level 3 Louisiana Performance Excellence Award (LPEA) based on an evaluation of its proven effectiveness, sustainability, innovation, integrated processes and tracked results.
The 2020 edition of the Fiske Guide to Colleges named ƬƵ among its 300 “best and most interesting” four-year colleges and universities.
College Factual ranks both ƬƵ’s biology and chemistry programs as No. 1 in Louisiana.
ƬƵ was ranked #3 in a special 2020 report on the “Best Catholic Colleges and Universities” by the Edvocate.
Scholarship Impact
Scholarship support is vital for students at ƬƵ where 95% of the student body receives financial assistance. Below are statements from students expressing how important scholarship support has been for their success at ƬƵ thanks to our alumni and friends that pay it forward.
Thank you for supporting the Xscape Fund which provides emergency financial assistance to students who experience unforeseen or unusual circumstances due to personal or family emergencies. To learn more about the Xscape Fund please click here