Creighton University

Creighton University is a private institution in Omaha, Nebraska. It was founded in 1878 by the Society of Jesus. The university is one of the 28 institutions that belong to the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The campus is outside the downtown area of Omaha and sits on 140 acres of land. The annual enrollment is over 8,000 students, with about half of the student population working toward the completion of an undergraduate program. The undergrad and graduate-level programs are offered through 10 schools and colleges, including the College of Nursing. However, the College of Arts & Sciences is the largest school at Creighton University, with over 28% of students enrolling in programs offered through the Arts & Sciences college.

The school offers six CCNE-accredited nursing programs, including three BSN options. The BSN programs include a traditional BSN, accelerated BSN, and RN to BSN program. The accelerated program can be completed in just one year. Upon completion of any of the BSN programs, students are prepared to pass the NCLEX-RN exam. The college boasts a 97% employment rate for graduates, with one percent of graduates returning for a graduate-level program. Graduate-level options include MSN, DNP, and BSN to DNP programs.