At Creighton, we know the college application process can be stressful. To help you manage your time, we’ve compiled a list of the dates and deadlines you need to know, as well as an academic calendar.
The earlier you complete your application, the better – especially when it comes to scholarship eligibility. Our admissions counselors are here to help you through every step of the process.
There’s no better time to apply to Creighton than now. The application for fall 2021 opened on August 1, 2020.
To get some commonly asked questions answered, check out our FAQ page.
Application Process Dates and Deadlines: 2021
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AUGUST 1, 2020 |
Application for admission for fall 2021 opens |
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October 1, 2020 |
Submission period for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens (open through April 30, 2021). Use 2019 tax information. |
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November 6, 2020 |
Early Action application deadline (extended to November 6): Submit an Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials to the Office of Admissions by this date to receive an admissions decision by December 15. All decisions are non-binding. |
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December 6, 2020 |
Priority deadline for scholarship consideration: Submit an Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials to the Office of Admissions by this date to receive priority scholarship consideration. Students must also apply for admission by this date in order to be able to apply for honors and leadership programs and additional scholarship opportunities. |
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January 8, 2021 |
Applications and all supporting materials for additional scholarship opportunities and honors and leadership programs due at midnight. |
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January 15, 2021 |
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Preferred Deadline to be considered for the maximum amount of need-based aid (Creighton, federal, state, and private). |
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March 15, 2021 |
Deadline for scholarship consideration: Submit an Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials to the Office of Admissions by this date to receive general merit scholarship consideration. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis after this date. |
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April 1, 2021 |
International students: submit an Application for Undergraduate Admission and all required credentials to the Office of Admissions by this date to receive scholarship consideration. |
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MAY 1, 2021 |
Class reservation response deadline — reserve your spot at Creighton. |