Creighton University
About Creighton University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Creighton University is a private Jesuit university in Omaha, Nebraska. It offers strong programs in health sciences, law, business, and pharmacy, and is known for its commitment to community service and small class sizes.
Founded
1878
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Students
8,552
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
79.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
83.4%
Above national average
Tuition
$48,856
Per year
Avg Net Price
$31,568
After financial aid
SAT Average
1321
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$73,911
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Rolling
Creighton University accepts the majority of applicants at 79.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1321/ 1600
ACT Scores
28/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
83.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
94.2%
4-Year Grad
70%
6-Year Grad
78%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
68.8%
$/Student
$18.3K
Class Size
Medium
70% graduate in 4 years, and 94.2% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$48,856
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,652
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$63,423
After Financial Aid
$31,568
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,472
Receive Grants
11.5%
Take Loans
42%
The total cost of attendance runs about $63,423/yr, including $13,652 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $31,568.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Creighton University fund their education.
While in School
11.5%
Get Grants
Free money
42%
Take Loans
Must repay
$94,392
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $74K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Creighton University.
Gender
57.9%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,348
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
4,204
Graduates
18.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
3.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 18.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,348
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Creighton University fields 9 varsity teams with 368 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Big East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
368
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
45% / 55%
166
Men
202
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Creighton Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$73,911
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$78K
280 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$61K
131 grads
1yr Earnings
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
$24K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
$65K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Research and Experimental Psychology
$27K
74 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$57K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $63K at six years, $58K at eight, and $74K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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