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Your chances of getting into Creighton University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

75.7%
Admission Difficulty for Creighton University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Creighton University is 75.7%.  Its admission rate is the 9th lowest 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 and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 6,038 out of the 7,977 who applied were admitted.

Creighton University typically accepts and 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. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Creighton University?

76% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Creighton University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.84 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1310 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Creighton University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.84

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Creighton University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Creighton University are to have around a 3.84 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.84 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Creighton University accepts 76% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Creighton University is 3.84 on the 4.0 scale. 38% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #1 in Nebraska for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Creighton University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Creighton University students
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 chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Creighton University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Creighton University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 14% of students submitted SAT scores and 56% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1206-1420

Applicants Submitting SAT 

14%
SAT Scores for Creighton University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 608
Math 25th Percentile 598
Composite 25th Percentile 1206
SAT Scores for Creighton University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 720
Composite 75th Percentile 1420
Average SAT Score 1310

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Creighton University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Creighton University is 1310 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1206-1420. Students who get into Creighton University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Creighton University ranks #1 in the state of Nebraska and #172 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1310 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Creighton University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1206 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1206, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1100, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Creighton University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1310 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1313, you have around a 76% chance of being admitted. A 1420 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 86% chance of getting in.

Creighton University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1420 and Above Good >86%
1313 to 1420 Avg + 76%-86%
1206 to 1313 Avg - 62%-76%
1099 to 1206 Reach 47%-62%
Less than 1099 Low <47%
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Creighton University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-32 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

56%
ACT Scores for Creighton University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 27
Math 25th Percentile 26
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for Creighton University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 32
Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Creighton University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Creighton University is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 32.  The school ranks #1 in Nebraska and #172 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

56 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Creighton University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Creighton University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Creighton University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 76% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 87% with a 32 ACT score.

Creighton University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
32 and Above Good >87%
29 to 32 Avg + 76%-87%
27 to 29 Avg - 65%-76%
25 to 27 Reach 53%-65%
Less than 25 Low <53%
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High School Class Rank

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

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Creighton University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,694 3,283 7,977
Accepted 3,502 2,536 6,038
Acceptance Rate 75% 77% 76%
Enrolled 582 446 1,028
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 18% 17%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Creighton University Application Requirements
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

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Creighton University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Creighton University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.84 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1310 and ACT of 29 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=181002 IPEDS survey data for Creighton University.

FAQs

Does Creighton University prefer SAT or ACT?

14% of students submit their SAT scores to Creighton University. 56% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Creighton University?

76% of those who apply are granted admission to Creighton University. Admission competition is and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Creighton University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1206 and 1420. The average SAT score is 1313. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Creighton University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 27 and 32. The average ACT score is 29. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.