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Creighton University

#259 in US ranking Omaha, NE
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Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$65,398
Tuition & fees
$50,960
Avg. aid
$29,171
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
80%
SAT range
1243–1428
ACT range
26–31

Outcomes

Graduation rate
83%
Median salary
$67,485
1 yr after graduation

What does Creighton University offer in terms of athletics?

The Creighton Bluejays compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Big East Conference. Varsity programs include men's and women's basketball, soccer and baseball or softball, as applicable, along with other sports.

Varsity competition is distinct from club, intramural and recreational participation. Students who are not varsity athletes can look into campus recreation, fitness facilities and student-organized sports; a broad list of activities does not mean every activity is an NCAA team. Students interested in a particular sport should check whether it currently operates as a varsity program, club or recreational offering before relying on it in an enrollment decision.

What student groups and Associations are available at Creighton University?

Creighton students can join academic, service, cultural and recreational organizations, as well as student government and performing-arts groups. These provide ways to meet peers outside a major or explore a professional interest before applying for internships or graduate study.

Examples identified in campus-organization listings include Hui'O Hawai'i, a pre-med society, Alpha Phi Omega, Habitat for Humanity and Relay for Life. A listing does not establish that every group is active in a given term, so students seeking a particular club should check the current student-organization directory or activities fair. A student-run newspaper, theater opportunities and choral groups offer additional outlets for writing and performance.

Who studies at Creighton University?

Creighton enrolls about 8,581 students across undergraduate, graduate and professional study. Its entering undergraduate class includes more than a thousand first-time students, while transfer students form a smaller incoming group.

The student body draws heavily from outside Nebraska. In the reported geographic breakdown, 24% of students were Nebraska residents and 74% came from other U.S. states. The university also enrolls students across a range of ages, including substantial enrollment in the early twenties and students aged 25 and older. These institution-wide characteristics should not be assumed to describe the makeup of any particular class or professional program.

Creighton reports an 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio. That institution-wide measure does not specify the size of an individual lecture, laboratory or clinical group. Applicants who care about classroom format should look at the course sequence for their intended major.

How does student life look like at Creighton University?

Student life at Creighton combines a residential Omaha campus with a sizable commuting population. Reported figures put about 51% of students in campus housing and 48% commuting, so a student's daily routine may depend considerably on where they live and how they travel.

Orientation, student activities, campus recreation and service opportunities offer ways to connect beyond classes. Creighton also reports a student health clinic and personal or psychological counseling. Because the university has professional programs and a Phoenix health-sciences presence, students should confirm which services and activities are accessible at their own study location rather than assuming every campus operates identically.

What libraries are available to students at Creighton University?

Creighton students have access to general and specialized academic libraries. Reinert-Alumni Memorial Library serves as the main library, while health-sciences and law collections support students working in those disciplines.

Library services include research help, access to scholarly materials and reservable study rooms. Students can also use electronic journals and databases, subject to university access rules, and request materials beyond local holdings through library borrowing services. Hours differ by library and time of year; students who depend on late-night study space should check current building schedules rather than assume that library study areas operate around the clock.

Creighton University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

8581

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

1248

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

607 full time, 277 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Creighton University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 4,377
Graduate: 4,204

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 7,527
Part-time: 1,054

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 736
Men: 512

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 497
Black or African American: 123
White: 3,112
American Indian or Alaska Native: 8
Asian: 349
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 5
Two or more races: 294
Unknown: 67

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Creighton University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Archery

–Both–

Badminton

–Both–

Baseball

MenMenMen

Basketball

BothBothMen

Cross-country running

Both–Men

Golf

BothBothMen

Ice hockey

BothMen–

Lacrosse

BothBoth–

Rowing

Women–Women

Rugby

–Men–

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

WomenBoth–

Swimming and diving

Both–Women

Table tennis

–Both–

Tennis

BothBothMen

Track and field

Both–Men

Ultimate Frisbee

Both––

Volleyball

BothBoth–

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.