Christopher Newport University

Newport News, Virginia
4-year Public university
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Overview

Christopher Newport University is a public institution established in 1960 with urban setting located at Newport news. It is ranked 7 in Regional Universities South in 2024 edition of Best Colleges.It practices semester-based academic calendar. Outside the classroom, CNU students can get involved by joining more than 100 clubs, pledging with numerous fraternities and sororities, or attending one of the many campus events, such as festivals and comedy shows.

#7 in Regional Universities South
Setting
Urban
Location Newport News, Virginia
Type 4-year Public
Year Founded 1960
Selectivity Very Low
Size Small
4,449 Undergraduates
Website http://www.cnu.edu/

Learning

13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Social Sciences
Most Popular Major

Majors Available

  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
  • Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
  • Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Engineering
  • English Language And Literature/Letters
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
  • History
  • Mathematics And Statistics
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Philosophy And Religious Studies
  • Physical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration And Social Service Professions
  • Social Sciences
  • Visual And Performing Arts

Cost

$45,637
Cost of Attendance
For out-of-state students
$22,618
Average Student Contribution
Instate Tution Fee $16,351
Outstate Tuition Fee $30,588
Room and Board Fees $12,360
$38,388 Median Salary After 2 years of Graduation

Applying

85% (Very Low Selectivity) Acceptance Rate
Admission Difficulty: Minimally Difficult
$65 Application Fee
Application Fee Waiver Available
3.8 Average High School GPA

Application Requirements

SAT/ACT Optional
SAT/ACT Writing (essay) Recommended
SAT Subject Test Not Required
Essay or Personal Statement Required
SAT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range
ACT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range

How to Apply?

Accepts CommonApp

For International Students

71 Minimum TOEFL Score
TOEFL Requirement: Required
IELTS, iTEP, MELAB , ISE, GTEC Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of TOEFL)
TOEFL Waived if

native language is English, or whose schooling wascompleted in English

Deadlines for Fall Intake Applications
Dec
01
Early Action Deadline
Nov
15
Early Decision Deadline
Feb
01
Regular Decision Deadline
Transfer Applications
Mar
01
Transfer Applications Deadline
For Financial Aid
Mar
01
Financial Aid Priority Application Deadline
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Financial Aid Application Deadline

Scholarships and Financial Aid

$11,089 Average Financial Aid

Need-based Aid

$10,416 Average Need-based Aid
Cost of Attendance for out-of-state students: $45,637
35% Students with need received Financial Aid
21.6% Students had their need fully met
Deadline for need-based financial application Priority Deadline March 1
Forms to be submitted FAFSA

Merit Scholarships

Available
President's Leadership Program (PLP)
Total Worth $1,000 - $10,000 per year plus a study abroad scholarship
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria Competitive applicants typically have at least a 3.5 GPA and a 1250 SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math) or 26 ACT composite score.
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline February 15
Honors Program
Total Worth $5,000 - $10,000 per year residential scholarship, plus a study abroad scholarship
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria Minimum 3.75 cumulative high school GPA and 1310 SAT score (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math) or 28 ACT composite score.
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline February 15
Canon Virginia Leadership Scholarships
Total Worth $5,000 scholarship per year
Eligibility Qualified candidates offered admission to the President's Leadership Program who list electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science as their intended field of study will be considered
Minimum Criteria Students offered admission to the President's Leadership Program with an intended major in computer engineering, computer science or electrical engineering who have a minimum high school GPA of 3.6 and 1310 SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math) or 28 ACT.
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
Bonner Service Scholars program
Total Worth $3,000 annually
Eligibility stipend upon completion of all Bonner Service Scholar Program requirements
Minimum Criteria Strongly demonstrated commitment to community engagement and civic involvement, affinity for working in teams, and high moral character.
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
Ferguson Enterprises Performing Arts Scholarships
Total Worth $2,500 or $5,000 renewable scholarship.
Eligibility awarded to outstanding students based on special talent and potential demonstrated during audition performance.
Minimum Criteria Extraordinary talent and ongoing commitment to artistic excellence, outstanding academic merit, dedication to service through the arts and an intent to major in music or theater.
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A

Other Scholarships

Bonner Service Program
Total Worth --
Details These scholarships are awarded by the Bonner Service Program in addition to the annual scholarship the program awards eligible students. For more information about joining the Bonner Service Scholarship Program, please see the program admission criteria or contact the Office of Admission.
Peninsula Rotary Club Endowed Scholarship
Total Worth --
Details This scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement to full-time students who demonstrate commitment to the Rotary’s ideals of service above self, as well as international understanding. Recipient must attend a Peninsula Rotary Club meeting. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA.
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Students

4,449 Total Undergraduate Enrollment
School Size: Small
88% Freshmen return to Sophomore Year
69% Students graduate within 6 years