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Our undergraduate scholarships reward you for your hard work and accomplishments and help make a Creighton education accessible. Creighton offers two kinds of scholarships: general merit scholarships and additional scholarship opportunities.
Learn more about both below.
Creighton Merit Scholarships
All students are evaluated for merit scholarships when they apply to Creighton. You don't need to fill out a separate application for general merit scholarships. To receive priority consideration for Creighton merit scholarships, submit your application and all required credentials to the Office of Admissions as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis with a priority deadline of December 1.
You'll receive your scholarship decision along with your admissions decision, typically about 4-6 weeks after you complete your application. We begin reading applications in mid-October, so the first admissions and scholarship decisions are sent in early November.
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More Scholarship Opportunities
Creighton also offers other scholarship opportunities—scholarships that require students to satisfy specific criteria and submit extra materials, including an Additional Scholarship Application. Browse below to find out which scholarship opportunities you may be eligible for and view the application process for each.
To be considered for these scholarships, you should submit 1) your Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials by December 1, 2022; and 2) the Additional Scholarship Application with all additional required materials to the Admissions Office by January 10, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (in your local time zone). The Additional Scholarship Applications will be available in the student portal for eligible students.
You may find answers to your questions on our FAQ page.
Ashton Welch History Fellows
The Ashton Welch History Fellows Program provides funding, mentoring, and supplemental programming to support undergraduate historical scholarship and career preparation, regardless of the long-term career plans of the recipients. Welch Fellows will receive $2,500 per year for up to four years ($10,000 total) for educational expenses. These expenses may include tuition, internship stipends, research funds, subsidies for Creighton study abroad programs, and other pre-approved activities.
Apply for this scholarship by visiting the Student Portal. All eligible applicants are required to complete an interview. Applicants may elect to complete their interview virtually over Zoom, or sign up to attend an in-person interview on campus during select dates.
Welch Fellows will have faculty mentors and will be invited to participate in special programming like meetings with visiting scholars and career preparation workshops. Renewal requires:
Taking at least one history course in the first year at Creighton
Declaring a history major by the fall of the second year
Maintaining good academic standing and a minimum 2.75 GPA (in the major and overall)
Participating in special History Fellows programming
G. Robert Muchemore Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
A $32,000 renewable tuition award funded by the G. Robert Muchemore Foundation is available to graduates of Nebraska high schools entering as Creighton Freshmen. Financial need is considered when selecting recipients of these awards. Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by January 15, 2023. Students whose academic qualifications place them in the top 3% of our incoming freshmen class are automatically considered for this award.
The Application for Admission serves as the scholarship application.
Renewal requires maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.30 and filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. This award may not be used in conjunction with other Creighton merit scholarships, but may be combined with additional need-based opportunities.
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Grace Keenan Scholarship for Excellence in the Arts
Creighton University offers $4,000 scholarships, given by the Grace Keenan Endowment to the Department of Fine and Performing Arts. The renewable scholarships will be awarded to incoming freshmen who intend to major or minor in visual or performing arts.
All applicants are required to complete an audition or portfolio review. Applicants may elect to complete their audition or portfolio review virtually over Zoom, or sign up to attend an in-person audition or portfolio review on campus during select dates.
Renewal beyond sophomore year requires declaring a major or minor in art, music or theatre or a minor in dance.
Apply for this scholarship by visiting the Student Portal.
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Jesuit High School Recognition Awards
Any incoming freshman who attends a Jesuit high school will receive a $1,000 Jesuit High School Recognition Award.
Joella Cohen Scholarship
Endowed by the estate of Joella Cohen, a 1948 Creighton graduate, this $6,000 renewable scholarship is available to incoming freshman enrolling in the College of Arts and Sciences with an intended major of Journalism or Graphic Design.
Apply for this scholarship through your student portal. Financial need is considered when selecting recipients of these awards. Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by January 15, 2023.
Renewal requires maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.75, filing the FAFSA each year, and declaring a major in either Journalism or Graphic Design.
Leo Vincent Jacks Scholarship in Classical Languages
The Leo Vincent Jacks Scholarship in Classical Languages is a $2,000 renewable scholarship awarded to incoming freshmen who have an interest in the study of the ancient languages (Greek or Latin) and plan to pursue the Classical Languages Major at Creighton University.
Renewal requires:
Declaring and continuing a pursuit of the Classical Languages Major
Maintaining a 2.5 cumulative GPA and a 3.5 GPA in courses taken in the major
Participating in department life and activities, such as research, Eta Sigma Phi, and recruiting efforts
National Merit Scholarship
Creighton University is a sponsor of National Merit Scholarships. If you are a National Merit finalist and want to compete for a Creighton-sponsored award, select Creighton as your first-choice school and apply for admission. For more information, please visit the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
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Native American Merit Scholarship
Native American Merit Scholarships are $32,000 renewable tuition scholarships awarded to students who show a strong and continuous commitment to diversity through extracurricular activities and leadership. Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Demonstrate proof of tribal enrollment
Minimum 3.3 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale at time of admission
Must be defined as Federal Pell Grant eligible
Must be a first-generation college student
Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by January 15, 2023. The Application for Admission serves as the application for the Native American Merit Scholarship.
Renewal requires maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.75 and filing the FAFSA each year.
This award may not be used in conjunction with other Creighton merit scholarships, but may be combined with additional need-based opportunities.
Next Generation Leaders Scholarship
The Next Generation Leaders is a program that is dedicated to identifying and empowering students who come from underrepresented backgrounds. The program includes a merit scholarship and elite opportunities for leaders seeking to positively impact the culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion on Creighton's campus and in their careers. Applicants may pursue a major in any college at the University.
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Come from a traditionally underrepresented race or ethnicity
Complete an application for the Next Generation Leaders Program by January 10, 2023
In addition to the application for the Next Generation Leaders Scholarship, applicants will be expected to submit the following:
A one-page essay connecting their personal experiences to how they hope to positively impact equity, diversity, and inclusion on Creighton University's campus
An activities resume that shows involvement in community and/or school activities
A video no longer than three minutes in length sharing:
Why you wish to come to Creighton
What impact do you want to make in the world and how will a Creighton degree help you to accomplish that?
What skills, talents, abilities, etc. you will bring to this program?
Participation in an interview process during Special Programs Day on Sunday, February 5, 2023. For those who are unable to attend, virtual options will be made available.
Selected candidates will receive:
Full tuition scholarship for four years (eight consecutive semesters)
Intentional programmatic support that will enhance their leadership skills, understanding of, and commitment to issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion
Invitation to speaker series intended to foster awareness and skills related to racial justice work
Four-year inclusive leadership development and coaching
Purposeful connections with the Creighton University network on campus and throughout the Omaha area
Group service projects
Renewal requires maintaining standard academic progress and remaining in good standing according to student conduct policies.
ROTC Scholarship
Creighton offers Army ROTC and has a partnership with the University of Nebraska at Omaha for Air Force ROTC.
The Army and Air Force ROTC scholarships contribute towards tuition and fees, a book allowance, and a 10-month stipend. Recipients are selected by the Army ROTC and by the Air Force ROTC. Creighton will provide a full room and board supplement upon activation of the scholarship.
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Scholarships for Student-Athletes
Athletic scholarships are a massive part of Creighton's success. They not only solidify our commitment to our student-athletes; they also give them what they need to perform at their best—on the playing field and in the classroom.
Athletic grants-in-aid are available and administered in accordance with NCAA rules and coordinated with other University, federal, state and private third-party student financial assistance programs. To find more detailed information on athletic scholarships, please contact the Director of Athletics.
Adult Undergraduate Scholarships
Adults returning to school for an undergraduate degree or pursuing their first undergraduate degree are eligible for certain scholarships at Creighton University. Adult undergraduates are also encouraged to explore outside scholarships.
Osher Re-entry Scholarships
Awarded to a limited number of undergraduate students, ages 25-50, who are pursuing their first degree and demonstrate the promise of achieving academic success. This is a tuition-only scholarship.
Dean's Merit Award
A need-based scholarship designed to help adult students with the cost of tuition. Based on FAFSA results.
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Scholarships can make your road to Creighton even more affordable. Speak to an Admissions Counselor to learn how you can earn as much as you deserve.