This list includes 9 Colleges that start with X, from “XIM University” to “Xinyang Normal University”. Many institutions beginning with X reflect local languages or unique naming traditions, making them easy to spot in global directories.
Colleges that start with X are higher-education institutions whose official English names begin with the letter X. Because few names start with X, examples like “XIM University” and “Xinyang Normal University” stand out in searches and records.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Location, Founded, and Notable alumni.
Name: The official college name helps you identify the institution and search for its website, programs, and application details.
Location: This shows the city and country (or state) so you can judge regional fit, travel needs, and local reputation.
Founded: The founding year gives context about the institution’s history and maturity, helping you compare traditions and stability.
Notable alumni: One to three high-profile graduates indicate fields where the college has influence and may guide your research into career outcomes.
Colleges that start with X
Name
Location
Founding Year
Notable Alumni
Xavier University
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
1831
John Boehner, Jim Bunning
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
1925
Norman Francis, Alexis Herman, J.K. Haynes
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
2006
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Xi’an, Shaanxi, China
1896
Jiang Zemin, Qian Xuesen
Xiamen University
Xiamen, Fujian, China
1921
Zhang Gaoli, Chen Jingrun
XLRI – Xavier School of Management
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
1949
Leena Nair, B. Muthuraman, Sandip Das
XIM University
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
2013
Pinaki Misra, Sanjeev Mohanty
Xihua University
Chengdu, Sichuan, China
1960
Xinyang Normal University
Xinyang, Henan, China
1975
Descriptions
Xavier University
A private Jesuit university known for its strong liberal arts core and business programs. Accredited by the HLC, it serves a diverse student body of over 6,500.
Xavier University of Louisiana
The only historically Black and Catholic university in the US. This institution is nationally recognized for success in graduating African Americans who complete medical school.
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
A unique international university formed as a joint venture with the University of Liverpool. It offers UK-style degrees taught in English, recognized by Chinese and UK authorities.
Xi’an Jiaotong University
A member of China’s elite C9 League, this is one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious public research universities, with top-ranked engineering and management programs.
Xiamen University
Often cited as China’s most beautiful university, this public institution is a top-ranked research university known for economics, management, and marine sciences.
XLRI – Xavier School of Management
One of India’s oldest and most prestigious business schools. This Jesuit-run institution is consistently ranked among the best for its human resources and management programs.
XIM University
A private Jesuit university known for its highly-ranked business school (XIMB). It offers a range of programs in management, communications, and sustainability, and is recognized by UGC.
Xihua University
A comprehensive provincial public university in Chengdu, China. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across many disciplines and is recognized by the Ministry of Education.
Xinyang Normal University
A public university in Henan province, China, with a strong focus on teacher education. It is a key regional institution providing qualified educators and professionals.
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