Creighton University facts for kids
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Former names
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Creighton College (1878–1958) |
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| Type | Private research university |
| Established | September 2, 1878 |
| Accreditation | HLC |
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Religious affiliation
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Roman Catholic (Jesuit) |
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Academic affiliations
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| Endowment | $782.6 million (2024) |
| President | Daniel S. Hendrickson |
| Provost | Mardell A. Wilson |
| Rector | Nicholas Santos |
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Academic staff
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692 full-time and 282 part-time (fall 2022) |
| Students | 8,397 |
| Undergraduates | 4,290 |
| Postgraduates | 4,107 |
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41°15′53″N 95°56′46″W / 41.26472°N 95.94611°W |
| Campus | Large City, 132 acres (53.4 ha) |
| Newspaper | Creightonian |
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| Colors | Blue White |
| Nickname | Bluejays |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division I – Big East |
| Mascot | Billy Bluejay |
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Creighton University is a private university located in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. It was started by a group called the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in 1878. The university is officially recognized by the Higher Learning Commission.
In 2015, about 8,393 students were studying there. The main campus is about 140 acres, which is like 100 football fields! Creighton is known for its strong research programs. It also has a special campus in Phoenix, Arizona, for health sciences.
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History of Creighton University
Creighton University began as Creighton College on September 2, 1878. It was founded thanks to a generous gift from Mary Lucretia Creighton. She wanted a school built to honor her husband, Edward Creighton, who was a businessman in Omaha.
The college started with 120 students. They were taught by five Jesuits and two other teachers. Edward's brother, John A. Creighton, helped the university grow a lot in its early years.
In 1878, the College of Arts and Sciences was created. It is still the biggest college at Creighton today. An observatory was built on campus in 1885 to study the stars. Girls were first allowed to attend the college in 1913. In 1958, the college split into two separate schools: Creighton Preparatory School and Creighton University.
What You Can Study
| USNWR National University | 104 |
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| Washington Monthly National University | 311 |
| Forbes | 194 |
Creighton University offers many different subjects for students to learn. These subjects are organized into different schools and colleges:
- College of Arts & Sciences
- Heider College of Business (for business studies)
- College of Nursing (for future nurses)
- School of Dentistry (for future dentists)
- School of Medicine (for future doctors)
- School of Pharmacy & Health Professions (for health-related jobs)
- School of Law (for future lawyers)
The College of Arts & Sciences is the largest. About 28% of all students at Creighton study there. In 2021, Creighton opened a new campus in Phoenix, Arizona. This campus focuses on health sciences.
Sports at Creighton
Creighton University has many sports teams. They are called the Bluejays. They compete in NCAA Division I sports. This is the highest level of college sports in the USA. Creighton is part of the Big East Conference.
The university has 14 teams in eight different sports. The women's basketball team won a big championship, the WNIT, in 2004. They play their home games at D. J. Sokol Arena on campus.
Student Life and Campus
Creighton University has a lively campus with many students. As of Spring 2025, there are 8,403 students in total. About half are undergraduate students (those working on their first college degree), and half are graduate students (those studying for advanced degrees).
Many students at Creighton are the first in their families to go to college. About 26% of students are from diverse backgrounds. More than half of the students are female. Also, a large number of students, about 82%, have volunteered to help others.
Living on Campus
There are eight different places for students to live on campus. These are called residence halls. All of them are co-educational, meaning both male and female students live there.
Helping Others and Justice
The John P. Schlegel, S.J. Center for Service and Justice (SCSJ) helps students get involved. They organize projects to help the community. They also teach students about fairness and justice in the world.
Arts and Performances
If you love music or theater, Creighton has a lot to offer!
- There are many music groups, like a Chamber Choir, Gospel Choir, Jazz Ensemble, and Orchestra.
- The men's a cappella group is called the Creightones.
- The Creighton Dance Company performs different styles of dance, including ballet and modern dance.
- Theater shows are put on at the university's Lied Education Center for the Arts.
Student News
Students at Creighton have their own newspaper called The Creightonian. It has won awards for college journalism. There is also Shadows, which is a magazine for student writing and art.
Famous People from Creighton
Many successful people have graduated from Creighton University. There are over 68,470 alumni (former students) living all around the world. About 30% of them live in Nebraska. Other countries with many Creighton alumni include Canada, Japan, and Malaysia.
Creighton has also had many notable professors and teachers over the years.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad Creighton para niños
- Education in North Omaha, Nebraska
- List of Jesuit sites
- Saint Joseph Hospital at Creighton University Medical Center
