Creighton University Admission Requirements

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Creighton University Admission Overview

Creighton University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Creighton University admitted 79.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.84 GPA (A-) and SAT 1243-1428 / ACT 26-31. Creighton University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Creighton University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

79.8%

Admission Standards

Very High

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Creighton University

Acceptance Rate

The Creighton University acceptance rate is 79.8%. Last year, 6,306 of 7,907 applicants were admitted. That is the 9th lowest acceptance rate in Nebraska.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Creighton University and can you get accepted?

Creighton University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.

Creighton University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.84. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Creighton University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.84

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.84

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Creighton University typically have around a 3.84 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Creighton University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

38% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #1 in Nebraska for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Creighton University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 38.49% Good
3.75 to 3.99 26.36% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 10.37% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.87% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 5.36% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.37% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.18% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Creighton University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1243-1428

Freshmen who sent SAT

10%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 620
  • Math 623
  • Composite 1243
SAT 25th percentile scores for Creighton University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 708
  • Math 720
  • Composite 1428
SAT 75th percentile scores for Creighton University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Creighton University typically score around a 1340 SAT (middle 50% 1243–1428) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 91st percentile nationally. Creighton University ranks #1 in the state of Nebraska and #155 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1243 to 1428

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Creighton University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1340 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Creighton University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1428+ Above 75th >88%
1340 to 1428 Avg + 81%-88%
1243 to 1340 Avg - 68%-81%
Below 1243 Below mid-50 <68%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Creighton University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

26-31

Freshmen reporting ACT

41%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 25
  • Composite 26
ACT 25th percentile scores for Creighton University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 33
  • Math 30
  • Composite 31
ACT 75th percentile scores for Creighton University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Creighton University typically have around a 28 ACT (mid-50 26–31) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 88th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Creighton University places #1 among colleges in Nebraska and #227 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 26 to 31

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Creighton University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 28.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Creighton University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
31+ Above 75th >90%
28 to 31 Avg + 80%-90%
26 to 28 Avg - 71%-80%
Below 26 Below mid-50 <71%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

66% of Creighton University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 36% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Creighton University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 36%
Top 25% of class 66%
Top 50% of class 94%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Creighton University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,404 3,433 7,907
Accepted 3,492 2,758 6,306
Acceptance Rate 79% 80% 80%
Enrolled 649 470 1,126
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 17% 18%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Creighton University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Creighton University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Creighton University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Creighton University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Creighton University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 79.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.84 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1243-1428); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=181002.

GPA calculator: Creighton University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026