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Scholarships

Merit Scholarships

Creighton awards scholarships based upon a number of factors:

• academic achievement
• athletic and artistic abilities
• community service
• leadership
• special talents

By completing the general Application for Admission and Scholarship, you will automatically be considered for University Awards, Founders Awards, Magis Awards and the Ignatian Service and Leadership Scholarship. The information contained in your admissions file will be used to match you with the appropriate scholarships.

To receive priority consideration for scholarships, your Application for Undergraduate Admission and Scholarship and all required credentials must be received by the Office of Admissions no later than January 6, 2009.

Academic Scholarships

General academic awards are renewable scholarships based upon academic record. These named scholarships include University, Founders and Magis Awards.

Ignatian Scholarships

As a nationally recognized Jesuit University, Creighton values the commitment and talent of students involved in leadership and service to others. The Admissions Office will award this scholarship to select students based on the required activities resume.

Supplemental Scholarships

The following awards require submission of a separate Supplemental Scholarships application and supplemental materials. Students wishing to be considered for supplemental scholarships must have their general application for admission and scholarship and supporting credentials submitted by January 6. The deadline for all supplemental scholarship applications and supporting materials is February 2, 2009, and only completed applications will be considered.

• William Jennings Bryan Debate and Speech Scholarship
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to students who excel in speech activities. The scholarships are based on academic and debate achievements. Auditions for finalists are held in February. Scholarship renewal requires maintaining a 2.5 or higher GPA and participating on the Creighton University Forensics and Debate Team.
• Diversity Scholarship
  These three-quarter tuition renewable scholarships are awarded to students who show a strong and continuous commitment to diversity through extracurricular activities and leadership roles. Applicants must also have a 3.3 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and will be evaluated on the basis of their academic merit, community service, school activities, leadership, and financial need. First-generation college bound students and families that earn under $60,000 are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Recipients of the Creighton University Diversity Scholarship will be enrolled in the Fr. John P. Markoe, S.J. Leadership Program.
• Diversity Scholarship for Native Americans
  These three-quarter tuition renewable scholarships are awarded to Native American students who show a strong record in leadership and service and have actively been committed to and engaged in the cultural traditions of their communities. Applicants must also have proof of tribal enrollment, a 3.3 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and will be evaluated on the basis of their academic merit, community service, school activities, leadership, and financial need. First-generation college bound students and families that earn under $60,000 are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. You can find out more information about the Diversity Scholarship for Native Americans. Recipients of the Creighton University Diversity Scholarship for Native Americans will be enrolled in the Fr. John P. Markoe, S.J. Leadership Program.
• Leo Vincent Jacks Scholarship in Classical Languages
  The Leo Vincent Jacks Scholarship in Classical Languages is a $4,000 renewable scholarship awarded to students who excel in the study of the ancient languages and plan to pursue the Classical Languages Major at Creighton University. The award is renewable for each of three academic years of undergraduate work provided you 1) declare and continue a pursuit of the Classical Languages Major, 2) maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA and a 3.5 GPA in courses taken in the major and 3) participate in department life and activities, such as research, Eta Sigma Phi, and recruiting efforts.
• Ron Hansen Scholarship in Creative Writing
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate talent and promise in creative writing, as well as overall academic achievement. Renewal requires maintaining a 3.0 or higher GPA and taking an Introduction to Creative Writing (English 300) as a part of the CORE Certified Writing Requirement during freshman year.
• Grace Keenan Scholarship for Excellence in the Arts
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to students who intend to major in visual or performing arts. Auditions are held in February. Renewal beyond sophomore year requires declaring a major in one of the arts—art, dance, music, or theatre.
• Christina M. Hixson Scholarship in Business Administration
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to academically motivated freshman business students from high schools in Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin or Wyoming with a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale who are interested in the study of business. Renewal requires maintaining a 2.5 or higher GPA and filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. This scholarship will also increase 5% each year.
• College of Business Administration Ethics and Social Responsibility Scholarship
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to student with exceptional service accomplishments and leadership potential. Students who have a 3.8 GPA on a 4.0 scale and a minimum ACT test score of 26 or SAT test score of 1170 can apply. Renewal requires maintaining a minimum 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) and participating in the College of Business Administration's Dean's Honor Roll for Social Responsibility for eight semesters. The Honor Roll recognizes student's ethical character and leadership in community service. Honor Roll designees participate in twenty-four hours of community service in a semester and a discussion session.

Three-Quarter and Full Tuition Scholarships 

The Presidential Scholarship, Scott Scholarship, and G. Robert Muchemore Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship are our most prestigious scholarships.  The top 10% of our applicant pool is encouraged to apply for these scholarships. Typically, students who are very involved in community service, leadership, and school activities complemented by a minimum GPA of a 3.9 on a 4.0 scale (which usually places the student in the Top 5% of their high school) and a 32 ACT (1410 SAT without writing) are invited to apply. Students selected for these awards represent the Top 3% of the enrolled class. The separate scholarship application and supplemental materials must be submitted to the Creighton Admissions Office no later than February 1.

• Presidential Scholarship
  These three-quarter tuition renewable scholarships are awarded to selected applicants who are in the top 10% of our applicant pool, based upon academic record, which indicates curriculum, grades, test scores and leadership abilities. In order to compete, qualified applicants must submit an Application for Admissions and Scholarship and supporting credentials by January 6.
• Scott Scholarship
  These full tuition renewable scholarships are available to incoming freshmen enrolling in the College of Business Administration. Students who are in the top 10% of our applicant pool, based on academic record, which indicates curriculum, grades, test scores and leadership abilities, are encouragedto apply. Qualified applicants must submit an Application for Admissions and Scholarship and supporting credentials by January 6.
• G. Robert Muchemore Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
  These full tuition renewable scholarships are available to graduates of Nebraska high schools entering as freshmen. Selection for this award is highly competitive and is based upon high school academic record, which indicates curriculum and test scores, and financial need. Students who are in the top 10% of our applicant pool, based on this criteria, are encouraged to apply. Notification and a separate application for this scholarship will be sent to qualified applicants.

Additional Scholarships

Separate applications may or may not be required for each specific scholarship.

• Jesuit Scholarship
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to students who attend a Jesuit high school and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 but did not qualify for Creighton's other academic scholarships. They recognize the impact that a Jesuit education can have on a student, and the effort a student must put forth in order to be successful at a Jesuit high school.
• Army & Air Force ROTC Scholarship
  These renewable scholarships are awarded to cadets by the Army or Air Force ROTC. These awards are for tuition and fees, a book allowance, a monthly stipend for 10 months a year and a full room supplement. Army ROTC four-year Nursing scholarship winners also receive a full board supplement from the School of Nursing. Learn more about the ROTC program.
• Athletic Scholarships
  As a NCAA Division I school, Creighton awards scholarships based on athletic ability. Scholarship amounts vary by sport and student athletic ability. Contact the Creighton Athletic Office for specific information.
• National Merit Scholarships
  Creighton University is a sponsor of National Merit Scholarship. If you are a National Merit finalists and want to compete for a Creighton-sponsored award, be sure to list Creighton as your first-choice school and also apply for admission. More information is available from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Outside Scholarships

In addition to Creighton's scholarships, applicants should investigate scholarships from local, regional and national organizations. Scholarship information is available through your high school guidance office, public libraries, community groups and scholarship search engines such as Fast Web, College Board and College Answer. 

Please notify the Creighton University Financial Aid Office if you receive an outside award. In certain instances, we may have to adjust your aid package. Generally adjustments are made to loans and work-study aid, not grant funds.