5 reasons students choose Creighton University graduate programs

October 21, 2026

Creighton University Staff

Graduate school students in conference room

Choosing from the top Creighton University graduate programs is a transformative milestone that shapes your professional and personal trajectory. It requires balancing your ultimate career ambitions with the practical realities of your daily life, making the program selection process both crucial and deeply personal. Evaluating your options requires looking past rankings to find a community that aligns with your values and supports your specific needs.

How do you know when a school is the right fit for your lifestyle and goals?

Year after year, hundreds of students choose to further their education with Creighton University graduate programs. We welcome scholars from all walks of life, including new college grads, military veterans, working parents, career changers, academics and more.

Anyone with a passion for continual learning, growth and service can find a home in the Creighton University community. Keep reading to discover why you should choose Creighton as your graduate school. Key takeaways include:

Flexible Learning Formats: Creighton University offers over 60 master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs designed for working adults with in-person, hybrid and fully online options.
Top-Ranked, Affordable Education: Recognized as a Top 100 National University, Creighton combines an elite academic reputation with competitive tuition and “Best Value” financial support.
Built-In Success Network: Graduate students benefit from personalized mentorship via an 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio and immediate access to a global network of over 80,000 alumni.

Why choose Creighton University graduate programs? 5 key benefits

Every Creighton graduate student has unique goals and circumstances. As diverse as their backgrounds may be, there are a handful of common reasons they choose our programs.

1. Flexible online and hybrid master’s degrees

No matter which program you pick, you can be sure that it’s designed to be rigorous yet attainable for even the busiest adult learner. Cultivation of the “whole person” and the continued development of well-rounded individuals are key tenets of every program.

20 graduate certificate programs
36 master’s programs
five doctoral programs

These span different schools and colleges:

2. Top-ranked education and accessible tuition cost

Creighton has been recognized as a Top 100 National University in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings. The same institution named us one of the Top Private Schools in 2026. Our graduate online business programs are also highly ranked, with two programs cracking the Top 10 in the nation.

“Creighton has a strong reputation,” says Kelsey Haswell, a Creighton MBA graduate who returned to the University to earn her EdD. “I had people come to me and say, ‘I know you went to Creighton, so I know you have the skills above and beyond what you really need to be able to excel.’”

Creighton pairs its reputation for academic excellence with the belief that a graduate degree should be accessible to all who are interested. The University works closely with students to find ways to finance their education to help make its programs affordable. In fact, U.S. News & World Report and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance have all named Creighton a “Top Value” school, factoring in the high academic quality and reasonable cost.

3. Dedicated academic coaches and student support staff

Graduate school is a significant undertaking. It can make all the difference in the world to have people who believe in you and are there to help. As a Creighton graduate student, you’ll never have to navigate your higher education path alone.

“I thought I was way out of my league here, but with the help of my academic coach, my perception of how hard it would be to go back to school changed,” says Darling Handlos, graduate of Creighton’s College of Professional Studies. “I’m so glad I did it!”

Our student support professionals—including the admissions team, academic coaches and career advisors—are all dedicated to helping you succeed in graduate school. Whether you’re an online or on-campus scholar, you have full access to their help and guidance.

4. Expert graduate faculty with an 11-to-1 student ratio

At Creighton, our graduate faculty not only know their students’ names, but they also know their aspirations. Our 11-to-1 student-faculty ratio ensures that your instructors and mentors are available to offer the support and guidance you need to succeed.

“You have professors who really care about you as a person and also help guide you on your journey to where you can make the largest impact,” Haswell shares.

As scholar-practitioners with deep professional experience and lived expertise, our 300+ faculty members are well equipped to connect you with learning, research and even career opportunities. They embody the Creighton mission by treating each student as a unique and whole individual and helping them navigate our complex world with an ethical perspective.

5. A highly inclusive alumni network that spans the globe

One of the other undeniable benefits of earning a Creighton degree is the access and integration into our tight-knit community. Beyond the peers you’ll make in class, you’ll also get access to our international network of talented and successful alumni. Creigton boosts more than 80,000 alumni who live across the United States and throughout the world:

Joining the Bluejay family makes you part of a wide-reaching group of peers who can be invaluable connections for advice, mentorship, career opportunities and more.

Turn your passion into purpose with a Creighton graduate degree

It’s clear there are many good reasons to choose Creighton University graduate programs. If you’re ready to join the ranks of our passionate and influential alumni, it’s time to find a program that can help you meet your personal and professional goals.

“With whatever time we have on this planet, I think we’re obligated to give and to be the best that we can be—and Creighton will challenge you to do just that,” says Creighton alumnus Charles Thomas Jr., MS, EdD.

Find your perfect fit by exploring Creighton's graduate degree offerings.

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