Founded in 1878, Creighton is a Jesuit university, rooted in the Catholic tradition. At Creighton we live this mission and are guided by our identity. Because we are Catholic, we approach education with a passion for learning and a zeal for making a difference in our world. In the Catholic intellectual tradition, we celebrate our diversity, we learn through dialogue, and we pursue the truth in all its forms. As a Jesuit university we are continually bringing the richness of a 450 year old educational tradition to bear on the most contemporary issues of our world. Our Jesuit vision commits us to form women and men of competence, conscience and compassion who have learned from reflecting upon their experiences of being for and with others. We do this in service of a faith that does justice.
Creighton University
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Omaha, NE 68178
Creighton University

There is no university like Creighton University in terms of size, the array of professional and graduate programs offered, and the strong commitment to Catholic and Jesuit ideals and values. Founded in 1878, Creighton is a vibrant and diverse learning community comprised of nine colleges and schools located in Omaha, Nebraska.

Nationally recognized for providing a challenging and balanced educational experience, the University offers a rigorous academic agenda with a broad range of disciplines, providing more than 7,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students with degree programs that emphasize education of the whole person -- academically, socially and spiritually.  Creighton is consistently cited for its innovative and cross-disciplinary programs, including research and service opportunities.

The University’s nine colleges and schools include the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Graduate School, and Schools of Dentistry, Law, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Health Professions and University College. The School of Medicine has an auxiliary campus at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix as well as an educational affiliation with the Alegent Creighton Health system in Nebraska and Iowa. The breadth of Creighton’s schools and colleges allows integrated learning opportunities, such as a major in energy technology, and undergraduate research.

In addition to its innovative on-campus educational programs, Creighton offers the first, and only, distance-based Doctor of Pharmacy degree; the interdisciplinary Doctorate of Education Program in Leadership (Ed.D.);  and master’s degrees in security analysis and portfolio management (MSAPM), negotiation and dispute resolution, public health (MPH), medical anthropology and emergency medical services (EMS). 

Creighton participates in 14 NCAA Division I sports. Its athletic teams have a reputation for being as strong on the court and field as they are in the classroom. Creighton student-athletes are consistently honored by the Missouri Valley Conference and NCAA for academic achievement.





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“Creighton is a place where discernment, faith and vision become catalysts for truth, justice and service to those in need. Our nine schools and colleges offering undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees provide students with exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Creighton challenges its students to use a global perspective and commit themselves to serve others. The University seeks to be a unifying force that engages communities and has at the heart of its educational mission world-class education, research and scholarly activities in the Catholic and Jesuit traditions.”

Timothy R. Lannon, S.J.
President, Creighton University.