Bachelor in Public Health

Creighton University in Omaha, founded in 1878, is a mid-sized, faith-based institution that emphasises holistic education and service. With a commitment to intellectual growth, ethical development and community engagement, Creighton offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programmes. The campus culture is close-knit, with small class sizes that support meaningful faculty-student interactions and personalised learning experiences.

Academically, Creighton integrates liberal arts foundations with professional preparation, offering opportunities for research, clinical placements and community-based learning. The university’s Jesuit tradition of cura personalis underpins student support services, which include academic advising, career coaching and spiritual and wellbeing resources. Programs aim to prepare graduates for purposeful careers while encouraging ethical leadership and civic responsibility.

International students find a welcoming environment with targeted orientation, language support and assistance navigating visas, housing and local life in Omaha. Strong career services, alumni networks and community partnerships help students secure internships and post-graduate opportunities in the United States. Prospective applicants should review programme prerequisites, financial aid and scholarship options early and engage with Creighton’s admissions team to plan a smooth transition to campus life and study.

The Bachelor in Public Health at Creighton University is a degree program for students who want to make a difference in the health of populations. This 4-year program equips students to look beyond individual health needs and focus on preventing disease and promoting health.

The curriculum focuses on health promotion, reducing health disparities, and the social/cultural determinants of health. Students develop skills in health education, program planning, and policy development, which are essential for a career in public health.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Health Educators, Public Health Specialists, Health Promoters, Program Coordinators, or Policy Analysts. They can work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, hospitals, or community health centers, applying their knowledge to improve the health of populations.