International
You are welcome here.
Creighton students come from countries across the globe, from China to the Dominican Republic, Nigeria to Russia. Our diverse community celebrates the talents, ideas, and stories that our international students bring to the table, and we want you to join us.
Pack your bags—our faculty, staff, and students will make you feel right at home here.
Make sure to connect with us on social media and Skype!
Diversity: The sum of us.
Diversity means a lot of things: It’s about where you came from, and your culture. It’s about your ideas and one-of-a-kind perspective. It’s about the stories and experiences you share with others. When you’re part of a diverse community, everybody is better for it. At Creighton, we’re committed to building a diverse community—and ensuring that all our students feel welcome and safe.
Go global.
If you want to learn about the world’s most pressing issues and the many cultures found in Omaha, join our Global Ambassador Program. You’ll join other freshmen from the U.S. and beyond, as you take trips to community gardens, go hiking and participate in multicultural celebrations, such as the Lunar New Year.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
When you graduate from Creighton, you’ll find a world of opportunities in front of you. That’s one reason why U.S. News & World Report considers us a Best Value School. But we’re also affordable. As an international student, you’re eligible for merit-based scholarships and an interest-free payment plan.
Located in a City Loaded with Opportunities to Succeed
There’s no place quite like Omaha. Accessible from all major airports, Omaha is a vibrant, metropolitan city with a hard-working, hospitable spirit. Four Fortune 500 company world headquarters are located less than 2 miles from campus. Omaha is also growing rapidly, which translates into an abundance of networking and internship opportunities for our students. In fact, we have more internships than we have students to fill them.
Advanced Placement Credit
We offer college credit to students who have excelled in the International Baccalaureate Program, A-level courses and similar programs. Find out more about advanced placement at Creighton today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Creighton University located?
- Creighton is located in Omaha, Nebraska in the central United States
- Does Creighton accept International students?
- Yes, Creighton University accepts international students from around the world.
- How do international students apply to Creighton?
- What are the requirements for admission to Creighton?
- Where can I submit my documents?
- All documents can be uploaded into your student portal or by emailing them to admissionsforms@creighton.edu (PDF format is preferred).
- English is already my first language, do I still need to submit an English proficiency test score?
- The answer depends on your country of origin or the type of school you attended. Check out our requirements here.
- Does Creighton offer scholarships to international students?
- Yes, Creighton offers merit scholarships to students admitted to the University. Scholarships range in award and are determined by application.
- Does Creighton offer need based aid to international students?
- No, Creighton does not offer need based financial aid to international students. While we offer as much as we can in merit aid, full tuition and cost of attendance scholarships are not available. Students should not apply unless they can realistically pay the costs associated with attending Creighton. More information can be found here
- Can I fill out the FAFSA?
- It depends on your status. If you are a US Citizen, a permanent resident/green-card holder, have been granted asylum or refugee status, or fit into one of these categories
- It depends on your status. If you are a US Citizen, a permanent resident/green-card holder, have been granted asylum or refugee status, or fit into one of these categories
- What activities and services are available to international students at Creighton?
- There are numerous services ISSS is able to offer international students, including International student orientation, international student focused community activities, social activities, and Visa/I-20 advising. https://www.creighton.edu/geo/internationalstudents
- Can international students become employed while at Creighton?
- There are limited work opportunities on campus for students, including international students. Students may work on campus if work is available and only typically after the first semester of classes. Students must apply, interview, and work the hours hired for, if they work on campus. Work is not guaranteed to any student and students should not come to Creighton expecting to be hired for a part-time job. Off campus work is typically not authorized for international students, due to US immigration policies.
