From the School
The Creighton University vision and mission underlies everything we do: we are a Jesuit university marked by a passion for learning and making a difference. Our programs are aimed at helping students from all backgrounds and walks of life reach an unparalleled level of achievement.
The same Jesuit spirit of intellectual openness and celebration of differences that drives the University creates an ideal academic environment for graduate students. You’ll work closely with recognized faculty scholars, enhance your critical thinking, and build knowledge and skills that will open doors in your personal and professional worlds.
Creighton’s nine schools and colleges deliver a challenging and rewarding education connecting arts and sciences, business, dentistry, law, medicine, nursing, occupational/physical therapy, and pharmacy, as well as programs in emergency medical services, and health and wellness. And we continue to earn national awards and distinctions for excellence in education while fostering a culture of service, as evidenced by the more than 8,000 students who annually volunteer hundreds of thousands of hours in their communities. U.S.News & World Report has consistently ranked Creighton as the #1 Midwest University and a “best value.” We’re also ranked as the #3 Master’s University by Washington Monthly.
Also known as
Institutional Enrollment
Total Post-Bac Enrollment
5,022
54.8% Female
45.2% Male
Institution Overview
School Type
Private not-for-profit (religious affiliation)
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Region
Plains IA KS MN MO NE ND SD
Academic Calendar
Semester
Setting
City: Large
Academics
Graduate Assistantships
Yes
Full Time Graduate Enrolled
Yes
Part Time Graduate Enrolled
Yes
Total # of Programs
144
Number of Programs Available (in Category Selected Above)
Master's
37
Doctoral Research
3
Doctoral Professional
8
Distance
11
Degrees Offered
Master's
Doctor's (Research)
Doctor's (Professional)
Certificate Offered
Post-master's
Postbaccalaureate
Student Body
Demographics
0.44%
American Indian or Alaska Native
7.73%
Asian
5.32%
Black or African American
4.28%
Hispanic or Latino
0.22%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
70.73%
White
2.31%
Two or more races
6.93%
Unknown
2.05%
Non-resident Alien
Admissions
Application Fee
$50
Admissions Office Web Address
www.creighton.edu/admissions
Tuition & Aid
Average Tuition
$15,052
Overall
From The School
Majors and Degrees Offered
Creighton University’s Graduate School offers over 40 areas of study for graduate certificates, master’s degrees and several doctoral programs that will help you work toward a professional degree, start a new career, or move up in your current career. The range of disciplines includes business, conflict resolution, education, humanities, leadership, ministry, health care, and science. In addition, some of these programs may be combined in a way that allows you to complete dual degrees for fewer credit hours than would be required if obtaining two separate degrees.
Academic Programs
Graduate programs are designed to meet the needs of students and are available in a number of delivery methods, including on campus, online, and hybrid/blended. Nearly two-thirds of Creighton’s graduate students enroll on a part-time basis, which allows them to continue their education while maintaining current employment and meeting the needs of their families. Whether online or on campus, small class sizes mean more personalized attention as well as greater opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration.
At Creighton we are continually adding to our academic offerings and course delivery options. Several new programs are in development for 2017, so please check our website for a full listing of programs.
Creighton University’s Graduate School offers over 40 areas of study for graduate certificates, master’s degrees and several doctoral programs that will help you work toward a professional degree, start a new career, or move up in your current career. The range of disciplines includes business, conflict resolution, education, humanities, leadership, ministry, health care, and science. In addition, some of these programs may be combined in a way that allows you to complete dual degrees for fewer credit hours than would be required if obtaining two separate degrees.
Academic Programs
Graduate programs are designed to meet the needs of students and are available in a number of delivery methods, including on campus, online, and hybrid/blended. Nearly two-thirds of Creighton’s graduate students enroll on a part-time basis, which allows them to continue their education while maintaining current employment and meeting the needs of their families. Whether online or on campus, small class sizes mean more personalized attention as well as greater opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration.
At Creighton we are continually adding to our academic offerings and course delivery options. Several new programs are in development for 2017, so please check our website for a full listing of programs.
Academics: Programs - Overview
Academic
Yes
Occupational
Yes
Continuing Professional
Yes
Recreational or avocational
No
Highest Degree offered
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Distance Learning Options
Grad programs or courses
Yes
Degree Programs Offered (in Category Selected Above)
Master's
37
Master's (Distance)
7
Doctor's Degree Research
3
Doctor's Degree Professional
8
Doctor's Degree Professional (Distance)
2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate
15
Post Master's Certificate
7
Post Master's Certificate (Distance)
1
| Program Area | Program Type | Program Format | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus | Distance | ||
| Adult Health Nurse/Nursing | Post Master's Certificate | Yes | No |
| Anatomy | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Anthropology | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
Yes No |
| Biomedical Sciences, General | Master's Degree Doctoral – Research |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Business/Commerce, General | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Creative Writing | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Dentistry | Doctoral – Professional | Yes | No |
| Dispute Resolution | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| East Asian Studies | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | Master's Degree Doctoral – Professional Post Master's Certificate |
Yes Yes Yes |
No Yes Yes |
| Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
Yes No |
| English Language and Literature, General | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Family Practice Nurse/Nursing | Post Master's Certificate | Yes | No |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Postbaccalaureate Cert. | Yes | No |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | Postbaccalaureate Cert. | Yes | No |
| Information Technology | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
| International Relations and Affairs | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Investments and Securities | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
| Law | Doctoral – Professional | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Maternal/Child Health and Neonatal Nurse/Nursing | Post Master's Certificate | Yes | No |
| Medical Scientist | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Medicine | Doctoral – Professional | Yes | No |
| Microbiology and Immunology | Master's Degree Doctoral – Research |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Nursing Administration | Master's Degree Doctoral – Professional Post Master's Certificate |
Yes Yes Yes |
No No No |
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | Doctoral – Professional | Yes | Yes |
| Oral Biology and Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Pastoral Studies/Counseling | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Pharmacology | Master's Degree Doctoral – Research |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Pharmacy | Doctoral – Professional | Yes | No |
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | Doctoral – Professional | Yes | No |
| Physics, General | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Pre-Dentistry Studies | Postbaccalaureate Cert. | Yes | No |
| Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies | Postbaccalaureate Cert. | Yes | No |
| Project Management | Postbaccalaureate Cert. | Yes | No |
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing | Post Master's Certificate | Yes | No |
| Public Administration | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Public Health, General | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Master's Degree Post Master's Certificate |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Secondary School Administration/Principalship | Master's Degree | Yes | No |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | Master's Degree | Yes | Yes |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
| Theology/Theological Studies | Master's Degree Postbaccalaureate Cert. |
Yes Yes |
No No |
Faculty
| Total | Instructional Staff | Research | Public Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 658 | 627 | 31 | 0 |
| With faculty status | 627 | 627 | 0 | 0 |
| Tenured | 364 | 364 | 0 | 0 |
| On tenure track | 104 | 104 | 0 | 0 |
| Not on tenure track | 159 | 159 | 0 | 0 |
| Annual contract | 159 | 159 | 0 | 0 |
| Without faculty status | 31 | 0 | 31 | 0 |
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistantships
Yes
Graduate Assistantship
Teaching
Research
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media Occupations
Library and Student Academic Affairs and Other Education Services Occupations
Additional Information
State-Approved Teacher Certification?
Yes
Medical Degree Offered?
Yes
Institution Has a Hospital?
Yes
Overall
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board, and Fees
The actual cost of your graduate degree at Creighton depends on the graduate program you are pursuing. Because we are a Catholic and Jesuit university, dedicated to students and learning, we offer special rates for graduate students in ministry and education. Many other programs offer full or partial fellowships. For more information, please contact one of our enrollment specialists.
Financial assistance isn’t just for undergraduate students. To help make your graduate studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to apply for financial assistance, as well as for graduate student scholarships, assistantships and fellowships.
The actual cost of your graduate degree at Creighton depends on the graduate program you are pursuing. Because we are a Catholic and Jesuit university, dedicated to students and learning, we offer special rates for graduate students in ministry and education. Many other programs offer full or partial fellowships. For more information, please contact one of our enrollment specialists.
Financial assistance isn’t just for undergraduate students. To help make your graduate studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to apply for financial assistance, as well as for graduate student scholarships, assistantships and fellowships.
Overview
Average Tuition
$15,052
Financial aid office web address
www.creighton.edu/finaid
Tuition fee varies by residency status
No
Typical Room
$5,850
Typical Board
$4,444
Tuition & Fees
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Full time Average Tuition | $15,052 |
| Full time Fees | $1,612 |
| Part time, per credit hour | $800 |
Tuition & Fees By Program
| Program | Tuition | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Dentistry | $55,836 | $1,612 |
| Law | $34,616 | $1,612 |
| Medicine | $52,900 | $1,612 |
| Pharmacy | $34,068 | $1,612 |
Tuition Plan Options
Alternative Tuition Plans Offered
Yes
Tuition Guaranteed Plan
No
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Other Alternative Tuition Plan
Yes
Institutional Enrollment
Total Post-Bac Enrollment
5,022
54.8% Female
45.2% Male
Post-Bac Race / Ethnicity
Demographics
0.44%
American Indian or Alaska Native
7.73%
Asian
5.32%
Black or African American
4.28%
Hispanic or Latino
0.22%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
70.73%
White
2.31%
Two or more races
6.93%
Unknown
2.05%
Non-resident Alien
Gender
| Race / Ethnicity | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| American Indian Or Alaska Native | 7 | 15 |
| Asian | 168 | 220 |
| Black Or African American | 118 | 149 |
| Hispanic Or Latino | 106 | 109 |
| Native Hawaiian OrOther Pacific Islander | 5 | 6 |
| Non-resident Alien | 55 | 48 |
| White | 1,527 | 2,025 |
| Two Or More Races | 47 | 69 |
| Unknown | 236 | 112 |
Services offered
| Service | Offered |
|---|---|
| Academic Career Counseling Service | Yes |
| Employment Services For Students | Yes |
| Placement Services For Completers | Yes |
Advanced Awards/ Degrees Conferred Statistics
Award: Master's degree
Total
397
49.1% Male
50.9% Female
Award: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Total
4
100.0% Male
0.0% Female
Award: Doctor's degree - professional practice
Total
701
45.5% Male
54.5% Female
Award: Postbaccalaureate certificate
Total
52
44.2% Male
55.8% Female
Award: Post-master's certificate
Total
11
18.2% Male
81.8% Female
Overall
From The School
Location and Environment
Omaha, with a metropolitan area population of nearly 1 million, is Nebraska’s largest city. It is located on the western bank of the Missouri River, which serves as the Nebraska-Iowa border. Creighton’s 139-acre campus is within walking distance of downtown and riverfront business, sports/recreational, cultural and entertainment districts. Creighton also is conveniently located close to hotels and the airport.
In addition to the main campus in downtown Omaha and online education accessible from anywhere in the world, Creighton has a College of Nursing campus in Hastings, Neb., and a School of Medicine campus in Arizona. Creighton’s regional campus in Phoenix at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is the only Catholic medical school west of Omaha.
Sports, music, arts, culture and a thriving foodie scene—Omaha has it all. Creighton University is next door to TD Ameritrade Park, the home of the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Local, up-and-coming and big-name indie rock bands play in clubs all over Omaha and at the Maha Music Festival. Big name acts perform here, and national and local jazz and blues artists play at outdoor music festivals. Arts centers, galleries, museums, community theaters and even an opera company keep Omaha’s arts scene vibrant. And did you know Omaha has the best zoo in the world?
Student Organizations and Activities
Creighton University’s Graduate Student Government (GSG) sponsors social activities, and community service opportunities for graduate students, and also provides financial support for students to travel and present at professional conferences.
Campus Facilities
Creighton’s 139-acre urban campus encompasses more than 50 buildings, providing excellent facilities for the University’s academic, residential, spiritual, athletic and recreational activities. The beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly campus has been recognized by the Arbor Lodge Foundation as a Tree Campus USA University, and is listed in the 2015 Princeton Review Guide to 353 Green Colleges for its strong commitment to the environment and sustainability.
The University recently made extensive campus improvements, including renovation of buildings affecting more than 100,000 square feet of academic space and completion of the east campus athletic/fitness/recreation corridor. Learning spaces in the University Libraries offer a variety of furnishings and technology for individual and collaborative study.
Omaha, with a metropolitan area population of nearly 1 million, is Nebraska’s largest city. It is located on the western bank of the Missouri River, which serves as the Nebraska-Iowa border. Creighton’s 139-acre campus is within walking distance of downtown and riverfront business, sports/recreational, cultural and entertainment districts. Creighton also is conveniently located close to hotels and the airport.
In addition to the main campus in downtown Omaha and online education accessible from anywhere in the world, Creighton has a College of Nursing campus in Hastings, Neb., and a School of Medicine campus in Arizona. Creighton’s regional campus in Phoenix at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is the only Catholic medical school west of Omaha.
Sports, music, arts, culture and a thriving foodie scene—Omaha has it all. Creighton University is next door to TD Ameritrade Park, the home of the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Local, up-and-coming and big-name indie rock bands play in clubs all over Omaha and at the Maha Music Festival. Big name acts perform here, and national and local jazz and blues artists play at outdoor music festivals. Arts centers, galleries, museums, community theaters and even an opera company keep Omaha’s arts scene vibrant. And did you know Omaha has the best zoo in the world?
Student Organizations and Activities
Creighton University’s Graduate Student Government (GSG) sponsors social activities, and community service opportunities for graduate students, and also provides financial support for students to travel and present at professional conferences.
Campus Facilities
Creighton’s 139-acre urban campus encompasses more than 50 buildings, providing excellent facilities for the University’s academic, residential, spiritual, athletic and recreational activities. The beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly campus has been recognized by the Arbor Lodge Foundation as a Tree Campus USA University, and is listed in the 2015 Princeton Review Guide to 353 Green Colleges for its strong commitment to the environment and sustainability.
The University recently made extensive campus improvements, including renovation of buildings affecting more than 100,000 square feet of academic space and completion of the east campus athletic/fitness/recreation corridor. Learning spaces in the University Libraries offer a variety of furnishings and technology for individual and collaborative study.
Overview
Library Facilities at Institution
Yes
On-Campus Housing Available?
Yes
Services offered
| Service | Offered |
|---|---|
| Remedial services | No |
| On-campus day care for student's children | Yes |
Admissions Office Contact
Address
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
Omaha, NE 68178
Phone
402-280-2700
Fax
Email
