creighton university is the right size, big enough, but not too big, and located in an urban setting. the university is well run by jesuits, with a pleasant and open atmosphere. academics are rigorous, extra curricular and student life are plentiful.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
math and science should be your strong suits, although a rounded high school experience would be best. the school is strong on liberal arts. don't wait too long to find your major, spend some time with counselors if you have not made a choice by mid-freshman year.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
put in the time to study as a freshman and get used to the pace of college academic life. high school is nowhere near the time demand of college, so get used to sacrificing some weekend time to study, stay on top of things.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
it's great being a freshman at creighton. all first year students live in the same dorm building. there are always plenty of fun activities going on, sponsored by the student council or dorm life. the floors alternate men and women, there is a center of the floor for gathering on each level. it makes for a good common meeting place to decompress after classes.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
take the meal plan and get your meals in. this place is like eating at a restaurant, there are so many choices. the food is top rate, i cannot stress that enough.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
greek life, flag football, clubs are all part of the freshman experience at cu. the basketball team is d1, so there is always competitiveness at that level. if you life to work out, there is a fitness area with any machine or free weight needed, plus elliptical machines, stationary bikes, rowing equipment and lots of other equipment. no reason to get out of shape.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
so far i'm very happy with my choice of creighton. five classmates from my high school also chose creighton, so there was not a total stranger feeling in my first weeks on campus. i had my second guesses late in the summer after high school graduation, but after i arrived and moved into the dorm, i was very happy. i know the cost of cu is on the higher end, but i feel the class sizes are reasonable to allow plenty of instructor interaction. i've always had professors that are easy to get in touch with and meet should i have questions.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
great for the student who would otherwise be overwhelmed at a public university. i think the large majority of cu students come from rural settings and midwestern states, with the exception of the high number of students coming from hawaii. cu is a big draw for hawaiians because of the jesuit influence.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
there is a club for every activity and hobby you can think of.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
joined pike first year.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
excellent. omaha is a metropolitan city, but it is not that big. the campus feels secure, there is a security presence at all times. there are shuttles that are always available.
creighton university is the right size, big enough, but not too big, and located in an urban setting. the university is well run by jesuits, with a pleasant and open atmosphere. academics are rigorous, extra curricular and student life are plentiful.
math and science should be your strong suits, although a rounded high school experience would be best. the school is strong on liberal arts. don't wait too long to find your major, spend some time with counselors if you have not made a choice by mid-freshman year.
put in the time to study as a freshman and get used to the pace of college academic life. high school is nowhere near the time demand of college, so get used to sacrificing some weekend time to study, stay on top of things.
it's great being a freshman at creighton. all first year students live in the same dorm building. there are always plenty of fun activities going on, sponsored by the student council or dorm life. the floors alternate men and women, there is a center of the floor for gathering on each level. it makes for a good common meeting place to decompress after classes.
take the meal plan and get your meals in. this place is like eating at a restaurant, there are so many choices. the food is top rate, i cannot stress that enough.
greek life, flag football, clubs are all part of the freshman experience at cu. the basketball team is d1, so there is always competitiveness at that level. if you life to work out, there is a fitness area with any machine or free weight needed, plus elliptical machines, stationary bikes, rowing equipment and lots of other equipment. no reason to get out of shape.
so far i'm very happy with my choice of creighton. five classmates from my high school also chose creighton, so there was not a total stranger feeling in my first weeks on campus. i had my second guesses late in the summer after high school graduation, but after i arrived and moved into the dorm, i was very happy. i know the cost of cu is on the higher end, but i feel the class sizes are reasonable to allow plenty of instructor interaction. i've always had professors that are easy to get in touch with and meet should i have questions.
great for the student who would otherwise be overwhelmed at a public university. i think the large majority of cu students come from rural settings and midwestern states, with the exception of the high number of students coming from hawaii. cu is a big draw for hawaiians because of the jesuit influence.
there is a club for every activity and hobby you can think of.
joined pike first year.
excellent. omaha is a metropolitan city, but it is not that big. the campus feels secure, there is a security presence at all times. there are shuttles that are always available.