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Creighton University Omaha, NE

Creighton University was founded in 1878 by the Jesuit order of the Roman Catholic Church in Omaha, Nebraska. It was built upon 450 years of the Jesuit tradition of excellence. This is apparent in the quality and diversity of the academic programs, faculty and students at Creighton. Creighton is an ideal institution for students who know what they would like to study as well as for undecided students. Programs are offered through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences and Business Administration and the School of Pharmacy and Allied Health. Students are given the opportunity to become well rounded and to use what they have learned to make ethical and valuable contributions to the world. At Creighton there is something for everyone. Its 93-acre campus is located on the northwest edge of downtown Omaha. Web Site

www.creighton.edu/

Institution Type

Private

Coeducational

Yes

Undergraduate Students

4,163

Women

2,366 (56.8%)

Men

1,797 (43.2%)

Graduate Students

4,272

ADMISSION Qualifications of Enrolled Freshmen

Entrance Difficulty

Moderately difficult

Overall Admission Rate

70% of 9,747 applicants were admitted

Early Action Offered

No

Early Decision Offered

No

Regular Admission Deadline

Rolling

Average GPA

3.77

SAT Math

596 average 540-650 range of middle 50%

SAT Critical Reading

572 average 510-630 range of middle 50%

SAT Writing

569 average 510-620 range of middle 50%

ACT Composite

27 average 24-29 range of middle 50%

Selection of Students Factor Academic GPA

Very Important

Important

Considered

X

Standardized Tests

X

Essay

X

Extracurricular Activities

X

MONEY MATTERS Cost of Attendance

$52,206

Tuition and Fees

$37,606

Room and Board

$10,600

Average Percent of Need Met

85%

Average Freshman Award

$28,827

Average Indebtedness of 2015 Graduates

$33,792

Not Considered

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ACADEMICS Academic Calendar System

Semester

General Education/Core Curriculum

Required

Full-Time Faculty Teaching Undergraduates

560

Regular Class Size

2-9 students: 20% of classes 10-19 students: 28% of classes 20-29 students: 29% of classes 30-39 students: 15% of classes 40-49 students: 2% of classes 50-99 students: 5% of classes Over 100 students: 1% of classes

CAMPUS LIFE Omaha Population

421,570

Nearest Metropolitan Area

Omaha

Freshman Housing Guarantee

Freshmen are guaranteed housing

Students in College Housing

95% of freshmen, 60% of all students

Athletic Conferences

NCAA Division I

Mascot

Bluejay

Sororities

46% of women participate

Fraternities

30% of men participate

STUDENTS Ethnicity of Students from U.S.

0.5% American Indian/Alaskan Native 10.4% Asian 2.5% Black/African-American 8.0% Hispanic/Latino 4.3% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino) 0.5% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander 73.0% White 1.0% Unknown

International Students

2.7% from 33 countries

First-Year Students Returning

90.0%

Students Graduating Within 4 Years

72.4%

Graduates Offered Full-Time Employment Within 6 Months

60%

Graduates Pursuing Advanced Study Directly

34.0%

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FRESHMAN ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Entrance Difficulty Moderately Difficult: More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT I or over 18 on the ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

High School Preparation

Examinations

High School Graduation

High school diploma required and GED is accepted

High School Program

College preparatory program is recommended

High School Units Required or Recommended Recommended Units

Scores Due in Admissions Office

Exam SAT or ACT

Required

March 1

SAT Only ACT Only SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT

Subject

Required Units

English

4

Mathematics

3

4

Science

2

3

Foreign Language

2

3

SAT Essay Component Policy

Accepted with or without essay component

Social Studies

2

4

ACT Writing Test Policy

Accepted with or without writing component

Use of SAT/ACT Essay

SAT: Not used ACT: Not used

SAT Subject Tests Only

History Academic Electives

3

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION Admissions Office

Application Dates and Fees

Address

2500 California Plaza

Regular Admission Deadline

Rolling

City, State, Zip

Omaha, NE 68178-0001

Phone

(402) 280-2703

Application Fee

$40 Fee may be reduced or waived if student applies online. Check with Admissions Office.

Fax

(402) 280-2685

E-mail

[email protected]

Application Fee Waiver

Available

Regular Admission Notification

Rolling

Early Decision Deadline

Accept Offer of Admission

By May 1 or within 2 weeks if notified after May 1

Early Decision Notification

Waiting List Used

No

Defer Admission

Student can defer admission

Transfer Admission

Transfer applications accepted

Early Admission Early Decision Offered

No

Early Action Offered

No

Early Action Deadline

November 1

Early Action Notification

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Other Application Requirements

Common Application

Accepted

Interview

Not required

Universal College Application

Not accepted

Essay or Personal Statement

Required for all freshmen

Electronic Application

Available

Letters of Recommendation

1 required for all freshmen

Other Financial Need

Financial need is not a consideration in the admissions process

SELECTION OF STUDENTS Factor

Very Important

Rigor of Secondary School Record

X

Academic GPA

X

Standardized Tests

Important

Considered

X

Class Rank

X

Recommendations

X

Essay

Not Considered

X

Interview

X

Level of Applicant's Interest

X

Extracurricular Activities

X

Volunteer Work

X

Particular Talent/Ability

X

Character/Personal Qualities

X

First Generation to Attend College

X

State Residency

X

Geographic Residence

X

Relation with Alumnus

X

Religious Affiliation/ Commitment

X

Ethnicity Work Experience

X X

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PROFILE OF FALL ADMISSION Admission Rates Overall Admission Rate

70% of 9,747 applicants were admitted

Women

72% of 5,525 applicants were admitted

Men

69% of 4,222 applicants were admitted

Students Enrolled

1,158 (17%) of 6,870 admitted students enrolled

Women

656 (17%) of 3,971 admitted students enrolled

Men

502 (17%) of 2,899 admitted students enrolled

Early Decision Admission Rate Early Action Admission Rate Students Offered Wait List Students Accepting Wait List Position Students Admitted From Wait List

SAT Scores of Enrolled Freshmen SAT Math

596 average 540-650 range of middle 50%

Score of 700 - 800

11%

Score of 600 - 700

36%

Score of 500 - 600

43%

Score of 400 - 500

9%

Score of 300 - 400

0%

Score of 200 - 300

0%

SAT Critical Reading

572 average 510-630 range of middle 50%

Grade Point Average of Enrolled Freshmen (4.0 scale) Average GPA

3.77

3.75 and Above

58%

3.50 - 3.74

18%

3.25 - 3.49

12%

3.00 - 3.24

7%

2.50 - 2.99

5%

2.00 - 2.49

ACT Scores of Enrolled Freshmen ACT Composite

27 average 24-29 range of middle 50%

Score of 700 - 800

7%

Score of 600 - 700

32%

Score of 30 - 36

25%

Score of 500 - 600

43%

Score of 24 - 29

56%

Score of 400 - 500

18%

Score of 18 - 23

19%

Score of 300 - 400

0%

Score of 12 - 17

0%

Score of 200 - 300

0%

Score of 6 - 11

0%

569 average 510-620 range of middle 50%

Score of 5 or Below

0%

SAT Writing Score of 700 - 800

8%

Score of 600 - 700

30%

Score of 500 - 600

41%

Score of 400 - 500

20%

Score of 300 - 400 Score of 200 - 300

Other Qualifications of Enrolled Freshmen High School Class Rank

Top tenth: 37% Top quarter: 68% Top half: 92% Bottom half: 8%

0%

National Merit Scholar

0%

0%

Valedictorian

5%

Class President

Not reported

Student Gov. Officer

Not reported

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TUITION AND EXPENSES Cost of Attendance

$52,206

Books and Supplies

$1,200

Tuition and Fees

$37,606

Other Expenses

$2,800

Room and Board

$10,600

Payment Plans

Credit card, installment plan

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID Financial Aid Office

Application Process

E-mail

[email protected]

Application Deadline

Web Site

Financial Aid Web Site

Award Notification

Net Price Calculator URL

Net Price Calculator URL

On a rolling basis beginning March 15

Method for Awarding Institutional Aid

Federal Methodology

Forms Required

Cost to File

FAFSA Code is 002542

Free

Institution's own form

PROFILE OF 2015-16 FINANCIAL AID Freshmen

All Undergraduates

Financial Aid Applicants

853 (80.1%) of freshmen

Financial Aid Applicants

2,588 (66.3%) of undergraduates

Found to Have Need

645 (75.6%) of applicants

Found to Have Need

2,137 (54.8%) of applicants

Received Financial Aid

645 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need

Received Financial Aid

2,136 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need

Need Fully Met

179 (27.8%) of aid recipients

Need Fully Met

571 (26.7%) of aid recipients

Avg. Pct. of Need Met

85%

Avg. Pct. of Need Met

81%

Average Award

$28,827

Average Award

$27,934

Need-Based Gift

Received by 645 (100.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $21,566

Need-Based Gift

Received by 2,058 (96.3%) of aid recipients, average amount $21,283

Need-Based Self-Help

Received by 522 (80.9%) of aid recipients, average amount $6,565

Need-Based Self-Help

Received by 1,756 (82.2%) of aid recipients, average amount $7,242

Merit-Based Gift

Received by 145 (22.5%) of aid recipients

Merit-Based Gift

Received by 390 (18.3%) of aid recipients

Merit-Based Gift

383 (36.0%) of freshmen had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $14,488

Merit-Based Gift

1,458 (37.4%) of undergraduates had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $14,255

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PROFILE OF 2015-16 FINANCIAL AID - continued Borrowing 2015 Graduates Who Took Out Loans

57%

Average Indebtedness of 2015 Graduates

$33,792

Parents Borrowing PLUS Loans Parents of Students Receiving Aid

7.0%

Parents of Students Not Receiving Aid

1.0%

FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS Loans Federal Loans

Direct subsidized Stafford loans, direct unsubsidized Stafford loans, direct PLUS loans, Federal Perkins loans, Federal Nursing loans

State Loans Other Loans

Scholarships and Grants Need-Based Available

Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships

Non-Need-Based Available

Academic scholarships, Creative arts/performance scholarships, Music/Drama scholarships, Athletic scholarships, Minority scholarships, ROTC scholarships, Alumni affiliation scholarships, Leadership scholarships

Non-Need Awards Academic Interest/ Achievement Award Areas Number of Awards

Military Science, Business, Education

2,913

Top Areas (By Money Awarded) Creative Arts/ Performance Award Areas Number of Awards

Art/Fine Arts, Dance, Music, Performing Arts, Theater/Drama

21

Top Areas (By Money Awarded) Special Achievements/ Activities Award Areas Number of Awards

Community Service, Leadership 175

Top Areas (By Money Awarded) Special Characteristics Award Areas Number of Awards Top Areas (By Money Awarded)

First-Generation College Students, Members of Minorities 136

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FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS - continued Employment Work-Study Programs

Federal work study available

Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment

$2,167

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UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION Undergraduate Majors Accounting American Indian/Native American Studies American/United States Studies/Civilization Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature Anthropology Applied Mathematics, General Art/Art Studies, General Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General Biology/Biological Sciences, General Business Administration and Management, General Chemistry Teacher Education Chemistry, General Classical, Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General Computer Programming/Programmer, General Computer Science Creative Writing Dental Hygiene/Hygienist Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General Economics, General Elementary Education and Teaching

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician English Language and Literature, General Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies Environmental Science Finance, General Fine/Studio Arts, General French Language and Literature German Language and Literature Graphic Design Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other Health/Health Care Administration/Management History, General Information Technology International Business/Trade/Commerce International Relations and Affairs Journalism Kinesiology and Exercise Science Latin Language and Literature Latin Teacher Education Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Mathematics, General Medical Anthropology Music, General Musical Theatre Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution Philosophy Physics, General Political Science and Government, General Pre-Law Studies Psychology, General Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse Secondary Education and Teaching Social Work Sociology Spanish Language and Literature Speech Communication and Rhetoric Sustainability Studies Theology/Theological Studies Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

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UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION - continued Most Popular Disciplines

Health professions and related sciences, Business/marketing, Biological/life sciences

Combined Liberal Arts/Professional Degree Programs

None

Special Programs

Accelerated program, Double major, Honors program, Independent study, Teacher certification, Internships, Semester at sea

Study Abroad

Offered

Online Degrees

Some online degree programs

CURRICULUM AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS General Education/Core Curriculum

Required

Computer

Not required

Foreign Language

Not required

Math/Science

Required for all students

ADVANCED PLACEMENT International Baccalaureate

Accepted

Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

Accepted for placement and credit

Sophomore Standing

Available through AP examinations

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FACULTY AND INSTRUCTION Full-Time Faculty

560

Part-Time Faculty

285

Full-Time Faculty with Ph.D./Terminal Degree

92%

Regular Class Size

2-9 students: 20% of classes 10-19 students: 28% of classes 20-29 students: 29% of classes 30-39 students: 15% of classes 40-49 students: 2% of classes 50-99 students: 5% of classes Over 100 students: 1% of classes

Discussion Section/Lab Class Size

2-9 students: 33% of discussion sections/labs 10-19 students: 30% of discussion sections/labs 20-29 students: 24% of discussion sections/labs 30-39 students: 2% of discussion sections/labs 40-49 students: 9% of discussion sections/labs 50-59 students: 2% of discussion sections/labs

ACADEMIC RESOURCES Libraries Library Available on Campus

Yes

Holdings

728,651

Computing Computer Ownership

Students not required to own/lease a computer

Computers Available on Campus

402

Internet/E-mail Access

Not reported

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES Remedial Instruction

Offered

Tutoring

Available

Services for Learning Disabled Students

Not reported

Services for Physically Disabled Students

Hearing impaired services, speech disorders services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access

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GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL EDUCATION Master's Degrees Offered Master of Fine Arts, Master of Science in Information Technology Management, Master of Security Analysis and Portfolio Management, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, Master of Arts, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Education

Master's Programs of Study Adult Nursing Allied Health--General Anatomy Anthropology Asian Studies Biological and Biomedical Sciences--General Business Administration and Management--General Conflict Resolution and Mediation/Peace Studies Counselor Education Education--General Educational Leadership and Administration

Emergency Medical Services English Family Nurse Practitioner Studies Gerontological Nursing Immunology International Affairs Law Maternal and Child/Neonatal Nursing Medical Microbiology Nursing and Healthcare Administration Nursing--General

Elementary Education

Organizational Management

Pediatric Nursing Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmacology Physics Secondary Education Social Psychology Special Education Theology Western European Studies Writing

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GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL EDUCATION - continued Doctoral Degrees Offered Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of Education, Doctor of Dental Surgery, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Medicine, Juris Doctor, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctoral Programs of Study Adult Nursing Allied Health--General Allopathic Medicine Biological and Biomedical Sciences--General Dentistry Education--General Educational Leadership and Administration Family Nurse Practitioner Studies

Gerontological Nursing Immunology Law Maternal and Child/Neonatal Nursing Medical Microbiology Nursing and Healthcare Administration Nursing--General Occupational Therapy

Pediatric Nursing Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmacology Pharmacy Physical Therapy Social Psychology

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LOCATION AND SETTING Omaha Population

421,570

Nearest Metropolitan Area

Omaha

Environment

Very large city

Campus Size

139 acres

Getting Around Campus Map Nearest Airport

8 mile(s) from campus in Omaha

Nearest Bus Station

2 mile(s) from campus in Omaha

Nearest Train Station

5 mile(s) from campus in Omaha

Weather Temperature

10.9 average low in January, 83.7 average high in September

Rain

100 rainy days per year

HOUSING College Housing

College offers housing to students

Types of Housing

Coed dorms, married student apartments, single student apartments, disabled student housing

Students in College Housing

95% of freshmen, 60% of all students

Housing Requirements

Freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus

Freshman Housing Guarantee

Freshmen are guaranteed housing

Students Living Off Campus/Commuting

40%

Off-Campus Housing Assistance

Assistance in locating off-campus housing is available

SECURITY 24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices

Available

24-Hour Security Patrols

Available

Late-Night Transport/Escort Services

Available

Electronically Operated Housing Entrances

Available

Other

shuttle buses, lighted pathway/sidewalks, self-defense education, crime prevention officer, violence intervention and prevention center

PERSONAL SUPPORT SERVICES Health Service

Offered

Personal Counseling

Offered

Child Care

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SPORTS AND RECREATION Intercollegiate Athletics Athletic Conferences

NCAA Division I

Mascot

Bluejay

School Colors

Blue and white

Intercollegiate Sports Offered WOMEN Sport

MEN

Offered

Scholarships Given

Baseball

Offered

Scholarships Given x

x

x

x

Basketball

x

x

Crew

x

x

Cross-Country Running

x

x

x

x

Golf

x

x

x

x

Soccer

x

x

x

x

Softball

x

x

Tennis

x

x

x

x

Volleyball

x

x

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SPORTS AND RECREATION - continued Club Sports Women's Club Sports Men's Club Sports

Recreational Sports Intramural Sports

basketball, football, golf, racquetball, soccer, softball, table tennis, tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball

STUDENT ACTIVITIES Activities and Organizations

choral groups, dance, drama theatre, music ensembles, music theatre, radio station, student government, student newspaper, symphony orchestra

Sororities

46% of women participate

Fraternities

30% of men participate

ROTC

Army ROTC offered on campus, Air Force ROTC offered off campus

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STUDENT BODY Coeducational

Yes

All Undergraduates

4,163

Women

2,366 (56.8%)

Men

1,797 (43.2%)

Full-Time Undergraduates

3,909

Ethnicity of Students from U.S.

0.5% American Indian/Alaskan Native 10.4% Asian 2.5% Black/African-American 8.0% Hispanic/Latino 4.3% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino) 0.5% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander 73.0% White 1.0% Unknown

International Students

2.7% from 33 countries

Average Age

20

All Graduate Students

4,272

UNDERGRADUATE RETENTION AND GRADUATION First-Year Students Returning

90.0%

Students Graduating Within 4 Years

72.4%

Students Graduating Within 5 Years

77.7%

Students Graduating Within 6 Years

79.0%

AFTER GRADUATION Graduates Offered Full-Time Employment Within 6 Months Average Starting Salary

60% $43,190 per year

Graduates Pursuing Advanced Study Directly

34.0%

Disciplines Pursued

Business 8% Law 9% Arts and Sciences 10% Medicine 12%

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