Parents of Committed Students
It’s time for a new chapter.
Your student has made the commitment to attend Creighton for the next step in their education. Are you excited for their future? Relieved to have the decision made? Sad to see them grow up so quickly? Stressed about all of the little things that need to be done? You aren’t alone.
Omaha
If your student is new to Omaha, you may have some questions about getting settled in a new city. Be sure to check out our map of places to shop for college supplies, pick up prescriptions, or grab a bite to eat. Omaha balances plenty to do with a cost of living that is friendly to a college budget.
Student Portal: Next Steps
The student portal has lots of valuable information tailored to your student’s next steps. Encourage them to check it often for updates and resources. In the meantime, review a checklist of items to tackle.
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Summer Send-Offs
Incoming students and their families are invited to join us to meet other students, parents and alumni in various locations around the country for our virtual summer send-offs! More details will be shared as summer approaches.
Move-In and Welcome Week
Classes began Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Move-in dates and times will be assigned. Times and dates will be shared in mid-July, along with other important details about the process.
This will also mark the beginning of Welcome Week, a time to become oriented with campus and get to know your new classmates. Check out our list of what to pack for your first year on campus.
Welcome Week is the orientation process that all students go through. Your student will be in small student groups, according to their freshman advisor (or RSP advisor), who will lead them through a one-credit class called RSP (Ratio Studiorum Program).
Technology
If you are in the market for a laptop as a graduation gift, be sure to check out the world’s first student-run Apple store and the student technology requirements. You can even make a purchase through the iJay online!
Dates to Keep in Mind
- May 1: Immunization records due
- July: Roommate information and housing assignments sent to student’s Creighton email address
- August 19: Start of Welcome Week; first day of classes; tuition bill due (paid to Business Office)
- September 1: Labor Day (no classes)
- October 12-19: Fall break (no classes)
- November 26-December 30: Thanksgiving break (no classes)
- December 16 - January 13: Semester break (no classes)
Move-in dates and times will be assigned. Times and dates will be shared in mid-July, along with other important details about the process. This will also mark the beginning of Welcome Week, a time to become oriented with campus and get to know your new classmates.
Payment Plan Options
Tuition is billed by semester. You can choose to pay tuition in one lump sum or in a payment plan. If you choose to pay tuition in one lump sum, it is due by the first day of class. If you choose to use the payment plan, the first due date can be as early as June 10 (depending on how many payments you choose to split it up into).
