Navigating Creighton University: A Guide to the Omaha and Phoenix Campuses

Creighton University, renowned for its commitment to health professions education and a vibrant student experience, has two main campuses: one in Omaha, Nebraska, and another in Phoenix, Arizona. This guide provides detailed directions and information to help you navigate both campuses with ease.

Omaha Campus: Directions and Key Locations

The original and main campus of Creighton University is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The campus is easily accessible from various directions.

Directions to the Omaha Campus

From the East:

1. Take I-80 West across the Missouri River.
2. Take exit 452 to I-480/Hwy 75 North toward Eppley Airfield/Downtown. Stay in the far-right lanes.
3. Take exit 2A, Dodge/Harney Streets.
4. Turn right onto Douglas (one-way east).
5. Turn left onto 24th Street, which will take you to the center of campus.

From the West:

1. Take I-80 East.
2. Take exit 452 to I-480/Hwy 75 North toward Eppley Airfield/Downtown. Stay in the far-right lanes.
3. Take exit 2A, Dodge/Harney Streets.
4. Turn right onto Douglas (one-way east).
5. Turn left onto 24th Street, which will take you to the center of campus.

From the North:

1. Follow I-29 South.
2. Take exit 53B to I-480 West/Highway 6 (crossing the Missouri River into Omaha).
3. Take exit 4 onto Dodge Street (cross streets start at 10th Street and increase).
4. Turn right onto 24th Street, which will lead you to the center of campus.

From the South:

1. Follow I-29 North.
2. Merge with I-80 West (in Council Bluffs, Iowa).
3. Follow signs for I-29 N (Sioux City, Exit 1A).
4. Take exit 53B to I-480 West/Highway 6 (crossing the Missouri River into Omaha).
5. Take exit 4 onto Dodge Street (cross streets start at 10th Street and increase).
6. Turn right onto 24th Street, which will lead you to the center of campus.

From Southern Nebraska:

1. Follow Highway 75 North (North Omaha Freeway).
2. Merge with I-480/Highway 75 North toward Eppley Airfield/Downtown. Stay in the far-right lanes.
3. Take exit 2A, Dodge/Harney Streets.
4. Turn right onto Douglas (one-way east).
5. Turn left onto 24th Street.

From the Airport:

1. Exit the airport by turning left onto Abbott Drive (heading south approximately 3 miles).
2. Abbott Drive will turn into Cuming Street (heading west).
3. Turn left at 16th Street (for about 0.1 mile).
4. Turn right onto Burt Street.
5. Turn left onto 24th Street.

Key Locations for Visits on the Omaha Campus

• Undergraduate Visits: Begin at the Mike and Josie Harper Center (602 N. 20th St., Omaha, NE 68178). The Harper Center also houses the Heider College of Business. Contact 402.280.3431 upon arrival.
• Graduate Visits: Most graduate visits also begin at the Mike and Josie Harper Center (602 N. 20th St. Omaha, NE 68178).
• Pharmacy, OT, or PT Visits: Start at Criss III Rm. 151 (27th Plaza and Burt Street, Omaha, NE 68178).
• Law School Visits: Begin at the Ahmanson Law Center (2133 Cass St. Omaha, NE 68178).

Parking Information for the Omaha Campus

• Harper Center/Law School Visitors: Parking is available directly south of the Harper Center in designated Admissions guest spaces. If the visitor lot is full, park in the faculty/staff lot on the northeast corner of 20th and Cass streets. Contact 402.280.3431 upon arrival.
• Werner Center Visitors (OT, PT, Pharmacy): Park in the visitor parking spaces in the lot directly east of the building.

Phoenix Campus: Directions and Key Locations

Creighton University's Health Sciences Campus in Phoenix, Arizona, opened in 2021. Located at 3100 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85012, it is situated at Park Central along the Valley Metro Rail line.

Directions to the Phoenix Campus

From the Airport:

1. Exit the airport and merge onto I-10W via the ramp to Downtown/Phoenix/AZ-51/AZ-202 Loop.
2. Take exit 145A for 7th St.
3. Keep right at the fork, follow the signs for 7th St. North.
4. Turn left onto E. Earll Dr. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

From Valleywise Health:

1. From Roosevelt St., turn right onto north 24th St. towards the I-10.
2. Turn left onto the I-10W via the ramp towards Los Angeles.
3. Take exit 145A for 7th St.
4. Keep right at the fork, follow the signs for 7th St. North.
5. Turn left onto E. Earll Dr. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

From St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center:

1. From Catalina Dr., head east toward Central Ave.
2. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

From the West:

1. Take I-10 East.
2. Take exit 144A for 7th Ave.
3. Turn left, follow the signs for north 7th St.
4. Turn right onto west Thomas Road.
5. Turn left onto north 3rd Ave.
6. Turn right onto west Catalina Dr. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

From the North:

1. Follow I-17 South.
2. Take exit 201 toward US-60W/Thomas Road.
3. Turn left onto west Thomas Road.
4. Turn left onto north 3rd Ave.
5. Turn right onto west Catalina Dr. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

From the South:

1. Take I-10W towards Phoenix.
2. Take exit 144 for 7th Ave.
3. Keep right at the fork, follow the signs for 7th Ave.
4. Turn right onto 7th Ave.
5. Turn right onto west Thomas Road.
6. Turn left onto north 3rd Ave.
7. Turn right onto west Catalina Dr. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

From the East:

1. Take US-60W towards Phoenix.
2. Merge onto I-10W/US-60 W.
3. Take exit 144 for 7th Ave.
4. Keep right at the fork, follow the signs for 7th Ave.
5. Turn right onto 7th Ave.
6. Turn right onto west Thomas Road.
7. Turn left onto north 3rd Ave.
8. Turn right onto west Catalina Dr. The Creighton University Health Sciences Campus - Phoenix will be on your left.

Key Information for Visiting the Phoenix Campus

• Location: 3100 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85012.
• Parking: Visitor parking is available south of the building. No parking pass is required; park in the designated visitor parking spaces.
• Check-in: Enter through the main entrance on the Southwest side of the building and inform the front desk receptionist of your visit.
• Contact: The front desk receptionist can be reached at 602.812.4311.

The Phoenix campus is a state-of-the-art facility spanning 195,000 square feet. It features cutting-edge technology, equipment, and spaces designed to enrich Creighton’s Jesuit education. Students explore collaborative care and learn in state-of-the-art labs to become compassionate leaders in healthcare.

Additional Information for Visitors

Accommodations

Creighton University is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events. If you or any of your guests require accommodations, please make sure to inform the university in advance. Selected hotels may offer discounts for those visiting Creighton.

Read also: A Guide to Creighton Academics

Campus Resources and Opportunities

Both the Omaha and Phoenix campuses offer a range of resources and opportunities. Prospective students can connect with admissions counselors, explore financial aid options, and discover scholarships. Current students enjoy vibrant campus life with diverse activities, supportive resources, and a strong sense of community.

Health and Wellness Services

The University Campus in Omaha is the site of the Creighton University Family Medicine residency program and the OB/GYN residency clinic. A full complement of health professionals are available to care for patient needs, from routine doctor visits to emergency care. The full-service Community Emergency Department is staffed with board-certified emergency physicians. Medical teams from various specialties create a medical "home" to help manage all aspects of care in one location, including doctor visits, pharmacy, physical/occupational therapy, and behavioral care. This model enables the care team to address multiple needs with multiple providers in one visit.

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