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Creighton University

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Overview

Established in 1878, the Creighton University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Omaha (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Nebraska. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Creighton University (CU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Creighton University (CU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 146-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Creighton University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Creighton University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Creighton University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Creighton University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym CU
Founded 1878
Colours White and blue
Mascot Billy the Bluejay
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University Location

Address 2500 California Plaza
Omaha
68178 Nebraska
United States
Creighton University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Creighton University Phone Number +1 (402) 280 2700
Creighton University Fax Number +1

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Creighton University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Creighton University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Creighton University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Creighton University.

Creighton University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
40,000-44,999 US$
(36,450-41,010 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students
40,000-44,999 US$
(36,450-41,010 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Creighton University's admission information.

Creighton University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Creighton University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Creighton University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Creighton University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Creighton University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Creighton University has more than 300 international students.

Creighton University's Admission Office Admission Office

2500 California Plaza
Omaha 68102
(269) 358 9191
800 282 5835

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Creighton University.

Creighton University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Creighton University has an enrollment range of 9,000-9,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Creighton University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).


Creighton University's Control Type Control Type

Creighton University is a private higher education institution.


Creighton University's Entity Type Entity Type

Creighton University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Creighton University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Creighton University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Creighton University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Creighton University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Creighton University has a Christian-Catholic affiliation (Jesuit - www.jesuit.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Creighton University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Creighton University's main facilities:


Creighton University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Creighton University's Library

Creighton University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 378,657 physical volumes, 18,859 physical media, 75,754 digital/electronic media and 321 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 35 full-time employees, including 15 librarians. Creighton University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Creighton University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Creighton University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,323 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Creighton University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


Creighton University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Creighton University's main services:


Creighton University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Creighton University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Creighton University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Creighton University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Creighton University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Creighton University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Creighton University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Creighton University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs, Inc.
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Creighton University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Creighton University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Creighton University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Creighton University's Facebook page Creighton University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Creighton University's X (formerly Twitter) page Creighton University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Creighton University's YouTube channel Creighton University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Creighton University's Instagram page Creighton University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Creighton University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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