FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Summer Preview

What and when is Summer Preview? How much does it cost?

Generally speaking, Summer Preview is intended to prepare the incoming students and their families for the transition into college life by giving them the resources needed for the student to be successful at Creighton. Preview provides students with the opportunity to take meet with an academic advisor, get to know the campus, and to hear from different departments on campus like Student Activities, Residence Life, Financial Aid, Public Safety, and Food Services. It also provides students the chance to get to know current students, meet students in their class, and a chance to find out what campus life is all about. There is also a program for parents during Summer Preview to assist in the family's transition to life at CU.

The dates for the 1-day Preview session is:
July 15

The dates for the 2-day sessions are:
July 17-18
July 21-22
July 24-25

Students will be billed a $60 Orientation Fee on the fall tuition statement.  This fee covers the cost of Preview and therefore no fees are due at this time. There is a fee associated with Summer Preview for parents and other guests. The cost to attend a 1-day session is $45.00 per person, which includes lunch and all other fees associated with the program. The 2-day cost for parents and others is $60.00, which includes all meals, program materials and all other fees associated with the program, but it does not include housing. On-campus housing is not available for non-students. Creighton rates are available at several hotels near campus. Hotel information can be found at the Summer Preview web site.  Checks for parent(s) and family members' registration fees should be made payable to CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY.

What are the details that I should know about Summer Preview?

  • After you register for Preview either online or by mail, an E-mail confirmation will be sent to you notifying you of the Preview session you have been assigned.
  • Check-in for Summer Preview occurs at the Skutt Student Center Fireplace.
  • Orientation events are casual! Dress for your own comfort. Air conditioning and summer heat can pose a comfort adjustment issue. Therefore, you should plan to wear layers to adjust to the different indoor and outdoor environments.
  • Students are encouraged to wear tennis shoes on account of many active events.
  • The Creighton Bookstore will be open for your convenience to purchase souvenirs and supplies.
  • No baby-sitting services or children's programs are provided; if younger family members attend, they will be charged the full fee and be expected to room and attend meetings with their parents.

What is the difference between the one-day and the two-day program?

One Day Preview Highlights

  • It's a great opportunity for you to take one more look at Creighton before joining our community in the fall.
  • These Preview sessions are designed for families who feel that they have had ample opportunities to become familiar with Creighton and may especially appeal to families with limited schedules.
  • Students are assigned to a small group of 15 peers and two student leaders. It is a great chance to meet other incoming students going through the same transition into college.
  • Students will also have the opportunity to meet with an academic advisor to review class schedules for the fall.
  • The one day Preview also allows the opportunity for the family to become more familiar with the campus, with our community, and with the many resources available.

Two Day Preview Highlights

  • It's a great opportunity for students to experience campus life through our CU Immersion - students will experience a typical day in the life of a Creighton student by going to class, exploring technology, and dialoging with peers and Jesuit priests.
  • Small group meetings - students will be able to meet in small groups with 15 other peers and two student leaders. With several activities like the CU Adventure and scheduled meeting times, there are plenty of opportunities to interact with your small group and get questions answered.
  • Late Night Activities—Get to know your future classmates casually. 
  • Accommodations in Kiewit Hall - All students will spend the night on campus.
  • Students will be able to meet with an academic advisor to review class schedules for fall.
  • Interaction all over campus helps familiarize students with all of the different buildings on campus, with our community, and with the many resources available.

How do I register to attend Summer Preview?

Registration materials for Summer Preview will be mailed to all deposited students during the first full week of May 2008. To register, either complete the online registration or fill out the registration page in our booklet and send it in by mail to our office. All payments must be mailed to our office. Checks should be made payable to Creighton University.

You will receive an e-mail notice confirming your Summer Preview reservation. This message will be sent to the e-mail address provided on the Summer Preview registration form, and it will indicate the session that you have been assigned.  As a note: registration is not complete until we have received payment (if applicable). Each Preview session is limited to 175 students each. We must adhere to this limit in order to accommodate individual advising appointments necessary for each student. Therefore, please register early. Probability of being given your first choice is high, but sessions are filled as reservations are received.

Cancellations and Refunds

Students, parents, and guests who have prepaid reservations and are unable to attend Summer Preview may cancel subject to the following terms: A $10.00 non-refundable registration fee will be charged per registration. The balance will be returned in approximately 10 days if the cancellation is received by letter or phone call in advance of the assigned Preview date. No refunds will be granted for cancellations received less than 48 hours in advance of the assigned session.

Registration Deadline: June 27, 2008

What if I cannot attend Summer Preview?

Participation in Summer Preview is strongly encouraged, but if you are unable to attend Summer Preview, the fall Welcome Week program will provide many opportunities for you to become better acquainted with our University. All new freshmen and transfer students will attend Welcome Week (fall orientation) beginning, August 23, 2008. You will receive a brochure for Welcome Week in late July outlining all the activities for students and parents. Classes begin August 27, 2008. Please check Welcome Week’s website for further information.

For the 2-day session, do students have to stay in the residence halls?

Yes. Students are required to stay on campus because it gives them a chance to experience on-campus living and it also provides them with another opportunity to interact with their peers.

If I stay on campus what should I pack?

Housing Check-in for students will begin at 11:00am for two-day program participants. We ask that all students stay on campus during our two-day Preview program. This arrangement maximizes your opportunity to get acquainted with your peers and the Preview staff. It will also assist you to become more familiar with the CU campus. Students will be assigned to a room with another student of the same gender in Kiewit Hall. Because rooms are designed for sleep and study, the furnishings are modest yet functional. All rooms are equipped with necessary bed linens, towels, and soap. You may wish to bring an alarm clock, hangers, toiletries, and an extra blanket if you get cold easily. Phone service is usually not available in the rooms, but there are pay phones in the residence hall lobby. 

Can students stay on campus the night before or after their Preview session?

Yes, on a first come, first serve basis. Please indicate your housing needs on the registration form. Each additional night in the residence hall is $20 per night.

Can students get an early advising appointment?

The college or school that the student is enrolled in randomly assigns advising times. Only under extreme circumstances are early appointments arranged.

Will I have a chance to take a Foreign Language Competency Exam or a Chemistry Placement Exam while on campus?

Yes. Students may take a Foreign Language Competency Exam during Preview sessions or may feel the need to take a Chemistry Placement exam. Advance registration for these exams are required.

Why am I asked to bring a non-perishable food item to Summer Preview?

Creighton University calls us to be men and women for and with others.  This year the Summer Preview student executive team has decided to partner with Siena/Francis House in Omaha.  To met the daily needs of Siena/Francis House, we ask that you bring the following items to Preview Check In.  We'll make sure the items get to the people who need them.  Thank you in advance for embracing our community!

Summer Preview Checklist: Have you completed your "to do" list?

  • Register for Summer Preview AND send in payment.
  • Register for fall classes prior to attending a Preview session.
  • Register for Language Competency or Chemistry Placement exams, if needed.
  • Think about questions you would like answered while on campus.
  • Get excited to become a Bluejay!
  • Don't forget, Creighton University is Tobacco Free on July 1.  Click on our graphic for additional information.

If you have any further questions, please contact Summer Preview Coordinators at 402-280-5507, or by email at orientation@creighton.edu.