Creighton University
Omaha, Nebraska · Private
Creighton University admitted 92% of 6,389 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1280–1410 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 80% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Creighton University
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Application deadlines
Creighton University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. Creighton University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Creighton University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Creighton University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
53 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 18 took it, and 9 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Creighton University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Test scores
- Essay
Considered
- Class rank
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Work experience
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.92 GPA. 37% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $63,790 a year. After grants, students paid $33,364 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Creighton University’s acceptance rate?
Creighton University admitted 92% of applicants: 5,888 of 6,389 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Creighton University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Creighton University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1280 to 1410, with a median around 1340. A score at or above 1340 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Creighton University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Creighton University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Creighton University asks for the Common App personal essay and a counselor recommendation.
Does Creighton University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Creighton University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one short answer, up to 250 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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