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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Omaha, NE

Creighton University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NE. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$47,000

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

72.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

79.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$73,911

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Creighton University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Omaha, NE. With a competitive tuition profile of $47,000, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 79.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing610 – 700
20025th–75th percentile800
Math600 – 700
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite24 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

72.3%

Transfer-Out Rate14.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$188,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$43,911

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$251,110

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$690,220

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Creighton University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.1%
41.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
68.8%
Hispanic
10.0%
Asian
8.5%
Two or more
6.7%
Black
2.5%
International
2.0%
Unknown
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$47,000

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$21,202
$30k - $48k$22,604
$48k - $75k$25,659
$75k+$31,439

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients5.2%
Using Federal Loans44.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment81.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,866
Avg. Pell Grant$4,463
Avg. State/Local Grant$3,448
Avg. Institutional Grant$26,051
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

92.2%

Success

79.5%

In-State Cost

$47,000

Age 25+ Students

3.8%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

818 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Omaha (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Omaha (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Omaha

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$895

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$971

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,170

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Omaha metropolitan area.