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Creighton University

Omaha, NebraskaPrivate

Message from Creighton University

Creighton University is a top-ranked Catholic, Jesuit institution in the heart of a thriving urban setting in Omaha, NE. The school combines nationally renowned academics with NCAA Division I athletics to create an unparalleled college experience. More than half of the entering freshman class is interested in pursuing a pre-professional program at Creighton. This, coupled with abundant research opportunities in the first year and 83% of undergraduates participating in experiential learning (internships and research projects), signals a highly motivated and goal-driven student body. Students choose from over 60 undergraduate majors in arts and sciences, business and nursing, and programs across six graduate and professional schools, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, occupational therapy, physical therapy and law. Small class sizes and experienced faculty mentors promote personal connections that yield academic excellence. This leads to a 99% success rate, with graduates launching their careers, pursuing advanced degrees or engaging in volunteer work within six months.

Your chances

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Acceptance rate

78%

Private school in Nebraska with 4,200 total undergraduate students
Urban
Plains
Roman Catholic
Medical school
D1 Basketball
Big East Conference
2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178
(402) 280-2700
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Admissions

Overall acceptance rate
78%
Yield rate - overall
18%

Acceptance rate breakdown

Women
77%

Men
77%

Applicant breakdown

Total number of applicants
8,147

Women: 58%
Men: 42%

Cost & scholarships

Your estimated net cost
$ ? / year
In-state
$57,420
Out-of-state
$57,420

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Applications

How to apply

Accepts Common App
Test optional
Rec letters optional
Considers class rank
TOEFL required (international applicants)

Tests typically submitted

SAT: 19%

ACT: 64%
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Students

First-year enrolled students (full-time)
1,028
Student diversity
Low diversity
4-year graduation rate
71%

6-year graduation rate
80%

Retention rate
89%

Admission policy
Co-ed

International students
3%

Enrolled breakdown by gender

Women: 57%
Men: 43%

Race & ethnicity diversity

Among domestic students
Asian and Pacific Islander
10%

Black
3%

Hispanic
8%

Native American
< 1%

Other
7%

White
72%

Academics

Student faculty ratio
11:1
Calendar system
Semester

Special academic offering

Study abroad

Offers graduate degree

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