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Creighton University

Omaha, NE·Private nonprofit·4,231 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $70,100 within 10 years; strong 81% graduation rate.

72%
Accept
4,231
Students
$32,380
Net Price
81%
Grad Rate
$70,100
Earnings
10 yr
$21,500
Debt

About This School

Creighton University is a private nonprofit institution located in Omaha, Nebraska with approximately 4,231 undergraduate students enrolled. Creighton University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 72%. The average net price after financial aid is $32,380 per year. The graduation rate is 81%, and the typical graduate earns $70,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Creighton University is a private research university in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Founded by the Society of Jesus in 1878, the university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In 2015 the university enrolled 8,393 graduate and undergraduate students on a 140-acre (57 ha) campus just outside of downtown Omaha. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". The university operates the Creighton University Medical Center. It has a second campus focused on health sciences located in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is a strong option for students drawn to Jesuit values and health-profession pathways, with a 92% freshman retention rate signaling that students who enroll genuinely want to stay. The financial picture is manageable — median debt of $21,500 at graduation is relatively modest, and median earnings of $70,100 a decade out suggest solid career footing for most graduates. The 72% acceptance rate means it's accessible but not a sure thing, so it rewards a thoughtful application.

Founded
1878
Setting
Large city
Conference
Big East Conference

Popular Programs

Health Professions31%
Business & Marketing25%
Biological Sciences16%
Psychology6%
Social Sciences5%
Physical Sciences2%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
Communications2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Michael P. AndersonKyle KorverFrancis GeorgeMike JohannsLeo RyanPaul GosarDoug McDermottBob GibsonWillard SchmidtPaul SilasAnthony TolliverBarbara Cubin

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1296
Reading 75th %ile700
Math 75th %ile700

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite28

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$47,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$47,000
Avg Net Price
$32,380
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants5%
Median debt at graduation$21,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
81%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
92%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$70,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$21,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$21,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$50,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$70,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White69%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,231 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Creighton University

2500 California Plaza

Omaha, NE 68178

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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