Description
A Catholic Jesuit school, Creighton University offers an integrated educational experience centered in educating the whole person. In service to this mission, Creighton helps students to grow intellectually, professionally, spiritually, morally and otherwise.
Located in Omaha, Nebraska, Creighton has been ranked as one of the top Midwestern universities by U.S. News and World Report.
Creighton’s rigorous academic programs are offered through distinctive schools, which include a school of arts and sciences, a school of business, a school of dentistry, a school of law and a school of medicine.
Creighton’s academics also involve research activities in medicine, health and other areas.
Creighton’s exceptional academics are complemented by its professional education program, which requires that students engage in field education or internships related to their subject area.
As a way to build its students’ moral character, Creighton also has a community service requirement that involves students in volunteer work of various types.
Student life incorporates religious, spiritual, cultural and recreational activities. A campus ministry, which exists both on campus and online, as well as numerous student organizations and athletic teams are just some of the activities offered.
Admission to Creighton is selective, with many admitted students having ranked in the top 10% of their class. Financial aid is offered to eligible students to cover tuition and other expenses.
Quick Facts about Creighton University
Location
Midwest
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Private
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Size
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Bluejays
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
Selectivity
Selective
In-State Tuition
$22,512
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,512
Retention Rate
88%
Enrollment
7,543
Year Established
1878
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 4,087
- Freshman Class
- 1,050
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 7,543
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 54%
- Graduate
- 46%
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students
- Full-Time
- 92%
- Part-Time
- 8%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 61%
- Men
- 39%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 3%
- Asian
- 9%
- Caucasian
- 80%
- Latino
- 3%
- Other
- 5%
International Students
- International
- 2%
- Domestic
- 98%
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