We’re looking for students with passion. We don’t have minimum score requirements for GPA or standardized tests. Instead, we take a comprehensive look at your application including your academic success, course rigor, involvement outside of the classroom and standardized test performance. Learn more about our criteria below. When you’re ready, fill out your application.
To be considered for admission to Creighton, please submit:
*For students who are choosing to apply test-optional, ACT/SAT exam scores are not required at the time of application for admission. Students can self-report their scores via a form in their student portal. Official ACT or SAT exam scores will be required of all students at the time of enrollment. (ACT school code: 2444; SAT school code: 6121) Learn about our test-optional policy.
Unsure of what items you still need to submit? Check your student portal.
In addition to the materials listed above, all transfer students applying to Creighton should:
Keep the following deadlines in mind:
Learn more about transferring college credits after you’ve been admitted.
Please note that Creighton's traditional nursing program is designed for first-time undergraduate students. The program doesn't accept transfer students.
In addition to the requirements for all applicants, please submit a letter of recommendation from a non-family member (coach, employer, community leader, etc).
International students will need to submit proof of English literacy via one of the following methods.
Admission Type: Unconditional
Admission Type: Bridge
Admission Type: Provisional
Please visit the International Student Admissions Requirements page for full details about admission and application requirements for international students.
For adult learners who are interested in on-campus or online programs, we require:
Creighton classifies students as adult learners if they are either 23+ OR have previously earned a bachelor’s degree.
The student portal is a personalized website that’s an important part of the admissions process for many of our programs. Use the Student Portal to track next steps, submit your deposit, complete supplemental applications and much more. Check your portal often to stay up to date.
We encourage you to challenge yourself with a solid curriculum that expands your academic skills. You will also enhance your application by participating in Advanced Placement courses, the International Baccalaureate Program and honors programs.
*Students attending high school in a state that does not require foreign language can be exempt from the 2-unit foreign language requirement. Students exempt from the high school requirement will still be required to fulfill the minimum foreign language requirement as established in Creighton’s Magis Core curriculum (4 credits).
American Sign Language courses count toward the foreign language requirement.
**Creighton offers 4-year direct-entry into the College of Nursing for interested applicants. Applicants to the College of Nursing must complete a chemistry course in high school with a “C” or better.
We offer college credit to students who have taken Advanced Placement courses, participated in the International Baccalaureate Program, A-level courses and similar programs. Find out more about advanced placement at Creighton.
Creighton University’s application review process reflects our values as a Catholic, Jesuit institution. As such, we maintain and value a holistic review of all submitted application materials. We believe the full evaluation of a high school record is the best way to demonstrate a student’s preparedness and academic abilities over time. Our process also values the use of standardized tests as a piece of the review process to level-set the variance of curriculum offered at schools throughout the country.
That said, some applicants may feel an ACT or SAT score does not fully reflect their academic abilities. There is sufficient evidence that there can be some inherent bias in standardized testing. If this is the case for you, you may choose to select Creighton’s test-optional method of application. We welcome any student, regardless of testing plan, to submit additional materials that they feel best highlight their skills, talents and potential contributions to Creighton. If you have questions about whether applying test-optional is right for you, contact your admissions counselor.
For students electing to send scores, the SAT, ACT and other standard measures can continue to be an important part of Creighton University’s holistic admissions process. Standardized test scores are a required part of the application process at many other selective colleges and universities. These tests can provide valuable information about a student. If a student chooses to include these scores in their application review, we will consider them, along with all other materials in a student’s application.
Creighton considers superscores from both ACT and SAT. Your superscore is the total of your highest section scores, even if they are from different test dates. We have no preference between the two exams.
We welcome applications submitted without scores. Key details to help you decide if this is the right option for you:
Students who choose to submit their application and select the test-optional path will not have their test scores considered as a part of the admission review process. Test scores will only be considered as part of the scholarship review process if it benefits the student.
We encourage students who haven’t gotten the chance to take a test yet to apply to Creighton as a test-optional applicant. We don’t want to pause your college search while you wait for an upcoming test date. If you can take the test in the coming months and want your application to be re-reviewed for merit scholarships with your test score, you will be able to do so provided we receive the test scores by February 1 of the year you’ll enter as a freshman.
There is no risk to sending in a test score; we have your best interest at heart. Your admissions decision will not change, and your scholarship amount would either stay the same or increase. In fact, we will review and award scholarships based on the highest possible scholarship outcome. If a student sends scores after admission that would improve their scholarship award, we will re-evaluate. If scores are sent after admission that would negatively affect their scholarship decision, no change will be made.
As with every applicant, the review process for students who don’t submit SAT or ACT scores is very personalized. We review and consider your official high school transcript (including the scale on which you were graded, sent directly from your high school), your high school counselor evaluation and your essay or personal statement. The essay is your chance to demonstrate your writing potential while allowing the Admissions Committee to get to know you better.
If you are completing the Common Application, you do not need an additional personal statement or essay; simply use the one included in the Common Application. We will also review and consider an optional resume, and/or letters of recommendation written by one of your teachers, coaches, counselors or mentors, attesting to your academic and social preparedness to study at Creighton.
Some students decide that his or her scores give a more complete picture of academic achievements and potential.
If you apply test-optional, you will be considered for merit awards. As with any applicant, you will automatically be considered for merit-based scholarships with your application for admission.
You can change your mind up until your admissions decision has been made. You can contact your admissions counselor to find out where your application is at in the review process.
Students who don’t apply test-optional, but then decide they would like to apply test-optional can also change their application, if the application hasn’t been reviewed yet. If you have questions about whether or not test-optional is right for you, contact your admissions counselor.
Submitting your test scores at the time of admission does not mean they will be reviewed when making admissions or scholarship decisions. If you select on your application that you are applying test-optional, scores will not be used (even if submitted) for admission or scholarship review.
Students will be encouraged to submit official ACT or SAT score results upon enrollment for the purposes of determining the validity of our test-optional policy. Please contact your admissions counselor with questions.
This validity examination will include the review of our advising process and will ensure that students admitted will be successful in the programs of their choice. For students entering pre-health tracks, these will be particularly informative and may reveal that students will need additional support to best position them for success in General Chemistry.
Because of NCAA eligibility rules, Division I student-athletes are required to submit official scores in order to be declared eligible for competition.* These scores are submitted to the NCAA Clearinghouse and not necessarily directly to Creighton University. *This requirement is currently being evaluated.
Some special programs and additional scholarships have minimum ACT/SAT requirements. These scores determine eligibility for the programs and scholarships but are not reviewed by the Admissions Committee. These scores can be either official or self-reported via the form in the student’s admissions portal.
Students who choose to submit SAT or ACT scores may share either official or self-reported scores. Students sharing self-reported scores will not be required to submit official score reports unless they are admitted and choose to enroll. We permit students to self-report test scores through a form in their student portal. Students should not super score their own results or recalculate scores in any way; scores should be sent exactly as they are received.
We wanted to make a Creighton education accessible to high-achieving students who may believe that test scores are not reflective of their academic record and ability to be successful in college. To us, your overall portfolio of academic experience, as demonstrated through your transcript, is more powerful than a single test or combination of tests. Four years in the classroom says more to us than four hours taking a test. Our experience shows that the rigor of your program and overall academic performance shows us how you will fit into the Creighton community.
Our goal was to ensure that the admissions process is student-centered. This is not new for us. We have always focused on a personalized and holistic review of every application. Offering a test-optional opportunity reinforces our belief that four years of hard work, motivation and effort by successful high school students is the key to making successful college students.
Yes. We do find it helpful to have additional materials submitted, if possible. We recommend submitting either ACT/SAT results, transcripts from college courses, AP/IB exam results or other accredited online schooling transcripts. We may sometimes require a virtual interview as a part of our review of home-schooled applicants.
of undergraduates are employed, pursuing advanced studies or in a service program within 6 months of graduation
of undergraduates come from out-of-state
of undergraduates received some form of financial aid
If you have questions, please reach out. We’re here to help.
admissions@creighton.edu
402.280.2703 or 1.800.282.5835