Why Creighton for Your Undergrad Degree?
An Education that Opens Doors
Creighton is a nationally ranked university with renowned programs in health sciences, business and beyond. Here, undergraduates find big opportunities at a university just big enough.
Among the Best
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Creighton University among the top third of National Universities for 2023-2024, with high rankings for undergraduate teaching, innovation, best value and best for veterans. Other accolades include:
- Named one of the top universities in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education
- The Princeton Review has named Creighton University as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduates in its publication “Best 389 Colleges for 2024.” Creighton ranked 5th on the breakout lists for “Students Love Their School Teams” and “Students Most Engaged in Community Service
- Named a 2022–2023 “military-friendly” school by the Military Friendly® resource and media group
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Top Academic Programs
Find and follow your path with majors in the arts, sciences, business, law and health. If you’re looking to dentistry, law, medicine, OT, pharmacy or PT, we have the country’s most complete pre-professional scholars program. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in international destinations, turn to our Global Scholars Program.
Start Here, Go Anywhere
Support to Succeed
From your first day on campus to long after graduation, you’ll find the support you need. Whatever path you pursue, we’re alongside you every step. Student Success is here to help with academic coaching, tutoring, advising and more, to navigate college and your future.
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Big School Spirit
Creighton is part of the BIG EAST Conference, and there’s plenty to cheer for here. Root for the highly ranked volleyball team, attend a sold-out men’s basketball game at the CHI Health Center, go to a men’s soccer game and more. Plus Creighton’s campus is blocks from downtown Omaha, with restaurants, music venues and nightlife.
A Close Community with Big Opportunities
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