Yeah, Christopher Newport University does provide scholarships based on merit. Here are some of them:

President’s Leadership Program (PLP)
Total Worth: $1,000 – $10,000 per year plus a study abroad scholarship
Eligibility: $1,000 – $10,000 per year plus a study abroad scholarship
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: $5,000 – $10,000 per year residential scholarship, plus a study abroad scholarship
Separate application needed: No
Application deadline: February 15

Canon Virginia Leadership Scholarships
Total Worth: $5,000 scholarship per year
Eligibility: $5,000 scholarship per year
Separate application needed: No

Christopher Newport University provides aids at an average of 9535 per student meeting 65% of students need. 93% of students with need receive financial aid at an average of 6906 need-based grant.