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Areas of Study at Creighton University

Rooted in Jesuit, Catholic values, Creighton academics go deeper than most—and do more to broaden your understanding of yourself, others and the world around you. We’re one of the largest Catholic health professions educators in the U.S., and Creighton is known nationally for the quality of our programs across a wide range of disciplines and academic fields.

Explore our colleges and schools below.

College of Arts and Sciences

The true measure of a liberal arts education is the set of skills you acquire. Critical thinking, problem-solving and clear communication are strengths that remain valuable wherever you go. With more than 60 academic programs and renowned faculty to support you, the College of Arts and Sciences helps turn your passion into a profession.

College of Nursing

With nationally recognized programs across nursing and paramedicine, the College of Nursing is shaping the future of healthcare. Our programs prepare students to holistically serve individuals and communities. The College offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, certificate and professional pathways with an emphasis on hands-on learning in clinical, simulation and community-based settings.

College of Professional and Continuing Education

Creighton meets the passion and ambition you bring into the world with the support and preparation you need to take your next professional step with confidence. No matter which path you choose, our dedicated faculty are committed to helping you achieve the unique goals you set for yourself.

Heider College of Business

A fully integrated business education with 30+ highly ranked programs that connect you to the professional world. Our proprietary Heider Mindset curriculum prepares you to enter the workforce in any economy. At Heider, you’ll learn from faculty with real-world experience who know what works and why.

School of Dentistry

With attentive faculty and high-quality programs, Creighton University prepares you to confidently enter the field of dentistry. Our educational philosophy is rooted in the Jesuit, Catholic value of cura personalis, or “care of the whole person,” along with a strong emphasis on clinical experience and the latest technology.

School of Law

With robust academic programs and strong humanist principles, Creighton University prepares legal professionals to help build a more just world. Our expert faculty teach you to become a judicious, well-rounded legal thinker. You can also take advantage of externships, summer excursions, dual-degree options and concentrations.

School of Medicine

As one of the largest Catholic health professions educators in the U.S., Creighton University trains doctors who care deeply about doing good in the world. That mindset begins with cura personalis, meaning “care for the whole person”—a core Jesuit, Catholic value that shapes our approach to educating physicians in both Omaha and Phoenix.

School of Pharmacy and Health Professions

Whether you’re interested in preventing and managing disease or improving patient wellness through physical or occupational therapy, the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions offers multiple industry-leading paths to choose from in Omaha, Phoenix and more. Clinical experience is integrated throughout the curriculum, preparing graduates to practice at the highest levels of pharmacy, OT and PT.