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Christopher Newport UniversityNewport News, VA |
Main Address1 Avenue of the Arts Newport News, VA 23606-3072 www.cnu.edu |
Admission Office1 Avenue of the Arts Newport News, VA 23606-3072 (757) 594-7015 Fax : (757) 594-7333 admit@cnu.edu Contact : Robert Lange Dean of Admission |
Type of SchoolMedium Public university liberal arts college 4-year school Coed Regionally Accredited Southern Association of Colleges and Schools College Board Member College Board Code: 5128 |
Quick FactsRegular Application Deadline : February 1 Percentage of students graduating within 6 years : 78.0% Total undergraduates : 4,837 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 1,238 Percentage of financial need met (average) : 67.0% Average financial aid package : $10,257.00 In-State Tuition : $14,924.00 Out-of-State Tuition : $27,390.00 |
School CalendarSemester |
Degrees AvailableBachelor's Master's |
SettingSmall City (50-250k) Suburban Residential campus |
AdmissionRegular application due: Feb 1 Priority application due : Feb 1 College will notify student of admission : Mar 15 Student must reply to acceptance by : May 1 Housing deposit due : May 1 |
Early Decision And ActionEarly action application due : Dec 1 College will notify student of early action admission by : Jan 15 Early decision application due : Nov 15 College will notify student of early decision by : Dec 15 Other early decision deadline : -- College will notify student of other early decision by : -- |
TestsSAT Reasoning/ACT Score report due : Feb 1 SAT subject score report due : -- |
Financial AidFinancial Aid Application due : -- Financial Aid Priority Application due : Mar 1 College will notify student : -- Student must reply : May 1 |
Transfer StudentsTransfer Application closing date : -- College will notify student of transfer decision by : Jul 15 Transfer priority application date : Mar 1 Transfer student must reply : -- Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms : -- Transfer priority financial aid deadline : -- College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about : -- Student must reply to financial aid decision by : -- |
International StudentsFall application due : Feb 1 |
Learning EnvironmentCalendar type : Semester Student-faculty ratio : 14 to 1 Degrees Offered in : Bachelor's, Master's degrees Graduating in 6 years : 78.0% Returning for sophomore year : 84.0% |
Accreditation and AssociationsRegionally Accredited Southern Association of Colleges and Schools College Board Member |
Most Popular MajorsBachelor's |
All MajorsLevels at which colleges offer undergraduate majors are designated by these letters : A = Associate degree, B = Bachelor's degree, C = Certificate degree, D = Doctor degree, M = Master degree Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Communication, Journalism & Related Programs Computer & Information Sciences, Support Services Education Engineering English Language, Literature & Letters Foreign Language, Literatures & Linguistics History Mathematics & Statistics Natural Resources & Conservation Philosophy & Religious Studies Physical Sciences Psychology Public Administration & Social Services Social Sciences Visual & Performing Arts |
Learning outside the classroomMany colleges offer special programs like the opportunity to study abroad or participate in internships to get on-the-job training. Nearly all colleges provide extra academic help or tutoring to students who need it. |
Special Study OptionsCross-Registration Double Major Dual Enrollment of High School Students Honors Program Independent Study Internships Student-Designed Major |
Off-Campus Study OptionsStudy Abroad |
ROTC AvailableROTC, Army |
Extended Class AvailabilityExtensive evening or early morning classes |
Computer Services540 Public computers, available in: Dorms, Libraries, Student Center, Computer Center Dorms wired for access to campus-wide network Dorms wired for high speed internet connections Wireless network available |
Where Graduates GoWithin one year of receiving their bachelor’s degree: Law : 1.0% Business : 2.0% Medical : 3.0% Other : 17.0% |
Campus General InformationSize : Medium-sized Unique Facilities : center for the arts, athletic center Geographic Location : 30 miles from Norfolk, 70 miles from Richmond Small City Suburban Residential Campus Total undergraduates : 4,837 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 1,238 Degree-seeking undergrads : 4,826 Graduate enrollment : 82 |
Student General InformationAll students average age : 20 Full time students average age : 20 In state students : 92.0% Out of state students : 8.0% Part Time students : 2.0% Percentage of males : 45.0% Percentage of females : 55.0% |
Race/EthnicityTwo or more races : 5.0% Black African American : 6.0% Asian : 3.0% Hispanic/Latino : 6.0% Race Ethnicity Unknown : 2.0% White : 77.0% |
Other Activities & OrganizationsOther Activities & Organizations : All unmarried first, second, and third year students under age 23 must live on campus unless living with family in Grafton, Hampton Newport News, Poquoson, Seaford, Tabb, or Yorktown. 26.0% Men who Join Fraternities 32.0% Women who Join Sororities Student Newspaper : The Captain's Log Student Newspaper URL : www.thecaptainslog.org/ |
Housing PoliciesFirst-year students living in college housing : 97.0% All undergraduates living in college housing : 79.0% |
Housing OptionsApartments For Single Students Theme Housing Coed Housing Fraternity/Sorority Housing |
Additional Housing OptionsHousing deposit : $250.00 Housing deposit due : May 1 Housing deposit is not refunded if student does not enroll. Car is allowed for freshman Pet is not allowed in the Dorm |
General AthleticsTeam Name : Captains Sport Member : NCAA |
Sport's Levels AvailableIntramural Club Intercollegiate NCAA Division III |
Counseling And WellnessChaplain/spiritual director Career counseling Employment services for undergraduates Financial aid counseling Health services Personal counseling Placement services for graduates Alcohol/substance abuse counseling Veteran's counselor |
Additional Programs for Students with DisabilitiesServices and/or facilities for hearing impaired Partial services for students with learning disabilities Services and/or facilities for speech or communications disorders Services and/or facilities for visually impaired Wheelchair Accessibility |
Academic Support ProgramsStudy skills assistance Tutoring Writing center |
Activity Name |
Available on Campus |
Campus Ministries |
Y |
Choral Groups |
Y |
Concert Band |
Y |
Dance Activity |
Y |
Drama/Theater |
Y |
Film Society |
N |
Fraternities |
Y |
Government or Political Activity |
Y |
International Student Organization |
Y |
Jazz Band |
Y |
Literary Magazine |
Y |
Marching Band |
Y |
Model United Nations |
Y |
Music Ensembles |
Y |
Musical Theater |
Y |
Opera |
Y |
Pep Band |
Y |
Radio Station |
Y |
Sororities |
Y |
Student Newspaper |
Y |
Symphony Orchestra |
Y |
Television Station |
Y |
Yearbook |
N |
Sport Name |
Levels Available |
Baseball |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's NCAA Division III |
Basketball |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Boxing |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Cheerleading |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Club Women's Club |
Cross-Country |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Equestrian |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Field Hockey |
Women's Intercollegiate Women's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Football |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's NCAA Division III |
Football(non-tackle) |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Golf |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III |
Gymnastics |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Ice Hockey |
Men's Club |
Lacrosse |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Rowing (Crew) |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Rugby |
Men's Club |
Sailing |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Club Women's Club |
Skiing |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Soccer |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Softball |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Women's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Swimming |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Table tennis |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Tennis |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Track and Field |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate |
Track: Indoor |
Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Track: Outdoor |
Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Ultimate Frisbee |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club |
Volleyball |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Other Sports : fishing, hiking, running, SCUBA, martial arts
General Applying InformationApplication Fee: $65.00 Application fee notes: Paper/Online Application Fee Waiver Available: Yes Total applicants : 7,204 Admitted : 5,179 Enrolled : 1,238 Somewhat selective 72.0% of applicants admitted Applied early admission : 416 Admitted early admission : 354 Applied early action : 4,094 Admitted early action : 3,382 Plan Available for early admission : Early action - not restrictive, Early decision Offered place on waitlist : 1,001 Number accepting place : 338 Accepted from list : 100
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Very ImportantAcademic GPA Rigor of secondary school record |
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ImportantApplication Essay Character/Personal Qualities Class Rank Extracurricular Activities Interview Level of Applicant's Interest Recommendations Standardized Test Scores Talent/Ability |
ConsideredAlumni Relation First generation college student Geographical Residence State Residency Volunteer Work Work Experience |
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Test Policies for Admission DecisionsConsidered if submitted: ACT Considered if submitted: SAT Required for some: SAT or ACT |
Test Policies for placementSAT Reasoning Test ACT AP |
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SAT score use policyHighest Section Scores Across Test Dates |
Additional requirements for home-schooled studentsSpecial requirements for home-schooled applicants: (in addition to any polices listed) Statement describing home school structure and mission |
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Other Test PoliciesFreshman applicants who have achieved a cumulative 3.50 GPA (on a 4.00 scale), or rank in the upper 10% of their high school graduation classes, and have pursued a rigorous curriculum, may apply to the University without submitting a standardized test score (ACT or SAT). Test optional applicants will be reviewed for the strength of their core academic curriculum, extra-curricular activities, recommendations, and interview rating. |
A note from the collegeHolistic review allows all aspects of an applicant's background to be considered: varying academic environments and curriculum availability, GPA and recent performance trends, standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership, written essays and letters of recommendation, interview ratings, and diversity of experiences all influence admission decisions. |
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High school class rank of incoming freshmenTop Tenth : 16.0% Top Quarter : 48.0% Top Half : 87.0% Bottom Half : 13.0% Bottom Quarter : 2.0% |
GPAs of incoming freshmen3.5 - 3.74 : 22.0% 3.25 - 3.49 : 14.0% 3.00 - 3.24 : 3.0% 2.50 - 2.99 : 1.0% |
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SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing700 - 800 : 9.0% 600 - 699 : 52.0% 500 - 599 : 36.0% 400 - 499 : 3.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
SAT Math700 - 800 : 7.0% 600 - 699 : 38.0% 500 - 599 : 50.0% 400 - 499 : 5.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
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ACT Composite30 - 36 : 13.0% 24 - 29 : 51.0% 18 - 23 : 33.0% 12 - 17 : 3.0% |
Advanced Placement Program (AP) InformationOffers credit for AP Exams : Yes Offers placement into higher-level courses for AP Exams : Yes Offers sophomore standing for qualifying AP scores : Yes AP credit policy depends on student’s major, school, or program : Yes From the college: Credits for advanced placement courses are welcomed at Christopher Newport University. College credit may be granted for many scores of 3,4 or 5 on qualifying AP Exams. |
Course Name |
Required |
Recommended |
Foreign Language |
3 |
0 |
Science Lab |
4 |
0 |
English |
4 |
0 |
Math |
4 |
0 |
Science |
4 |
0 |
Social Studies |
4 |
0 |
Academic Electives |
2 |
0 |
Visual/Performing Arts |
1 |
0 |
Test Subjects |
Middle 50% of First-Year Students |
SAT Math |
540 - 630 |
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing |
570 - 650 |
ACT Composite |
22 - 27 |
Exam |
Min Score Required |
Number of Credits (By semester credits) |
Equivalent Course(s) |
Applicable Program |
2-D Art and Design |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
3-D Art and Design |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
Art History |
3 |
3 |
FNAR 201 |
All |
Biology |
3 |
3 |
BIOL 107 |
All |
|
4 |
7 |
BIOL 107, 108, 109L |
All |
Calculus AB |
3 |
3 |
MATH 135 |
All |
|
4 |
4 |
MATH 140 |
All |
Calculus BC |
3 |
8 |
MATH 140/240 |
All |
Chemistry |
3 |
4 |
CHEM 103/103L |
All |
|
4 |
7 |
CHEM 121/121L/122* |
All |
Chinese Language and Culture |
3 |
6 |
CHIN 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
CHIN 101/102, CHIN 201/202 |
All |
Comparative Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
POLS 215 |
All |
Computer Science A |
3 |
3 |
CPSC 110 |
All |
|
4 |
4 |
CPSC 150/150L |
All |
Computer Science Principles |
3 |
3 |
CPSC 125 |
All |
Drawing |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
English Language and Composition |
4 |
3 |
ENGL 123 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
ENGL 123 & 3 English Elective Credits |
All |
English Literature and Composition |
4 |
3 |
-- |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
-- |
All |
Environmental Science |
3 |
4 |
BIOL 115/109L |
All |
European History |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
French Language and Culture |
3 |
6 |
FREN 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
FREN 101/102, FREN 201/202 |
All |
German Language and Culture |
3 |
6 |
GERM 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
GERM 101/102, GERM 201/202 |
All |
Human Geography |
3 |
3 |
GEOG 210 |
All |
Italian Language and Culture |
3 |
6 |
ITAL 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
ITAL 101/102, ITAL 201/202 |
All |
Japanese Language and Culture |
4 |
12 |
-- |
All |
Latin |
3 |
6 |
LATN 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
LATN 101/102, LATN 201/202 |
All |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
3 |
ECON 201 |
All |
Microeconomics |
3 |
3 |
ECON 202 |
All |
Music Theory |
3 |
3 |
MUSC 211 |
All |
Physics 1 |
4 |
4 |
PHYS 151/151L |
All |
Physics 2 |
4 |
4 |
PHYS 152/152L |
All |
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
4 |
4* |
PHYS 202/202L* |
All |
Physics C: Mechanics |
4 |
4* |
PHYS 201 and 201L* |
All |
Psychology |
4 |
3 |
PSYC 201 |
All |
Spanish Language and Culture |
3 |
6 |
SPAN 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
SPAN 101/102, SPAN 201/202 |
All |
Spanish Literature and Culture |
3 |
6 |
SPAN 101/102 |
All |
|
4 |
12 |
SPAN 101/102, SPAN 201/202 |
All |
Statistics |
3 |
3 |
MATH 125 |
All |
United States Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
POLS 101 |
All |
United States History |
3 |
3 |
HIST 121 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
HIST 121, HIST 122 |
All |
World History: Modern |
3 |
3 |
HIST 111 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
HIST 111, HIST 112 |
All |
*Check with the related academic department at the college for more information.
Exam |
Minimum Grade for Credit |
Credit Hours Awarded |
American Government |
50 |
3 |
Biology |
50 |
6 |
Calculus with Elementary Functions |
50 |
4 |
Chemistry |
50 |
6 |
College Algebra |
50 |
3 |
College Mathematics |
50 |
3 |
Information Systems and Computer Applications |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Sociology |
70 |
3 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
50 |
3 |
Financial Aid Distribution & Stats% of scholarship / grants : 40.0% % of loans / jobs : 60.0% % of freshmen with need who received financial aid : 92.0% % Applied for need-based aid : 66.0% % Judged to have need : 65.0% % that were offered aid : 61.0% % that had need fully met : 22.0% % of need met : 67.0% Average 1st year financial aid package : $10,257.00 Avg non need-based aid : $3,435.00 Avg need-based scholarship or grant award : $7,361.00 Avg need-based loan : $3,399.00 Avg indebtedness at graduation : $32,878.00 |
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Financial Aid DeadlinesFinancial Aid Priority Deadline : Mar 1 Respond By Date : May 1 |
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Contact InformationFinancial aid contact name : Lisa Duncan Raines Financial aid office phone : (757) 594-7170 |
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Financial Aid FormsDomestic first-year financial aid applicants must submit the following forms, if applicable: FAFSA |
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Part-Time CostsCost per credit hour (in-state): $378.00 Cost per credit hour (out-of-state): $897.00 Note: These costs are tuition fees only. In some cases, fees and other expenses can be additional. |
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Financial Aid PoliciesThis school practices need-blind admissions. |
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Need-based financial aid determined byAcademics Leadership Minority Status State/District Residency |
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Non need-based financial aid determined byAcademics Alumni Affiliation Art Leadership Music/Drama ROTC Religious Affiliation State/District Residency |
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Work Study ProgramsNights Weekends |
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Tuition payment plansCredit card payment Installment payment |
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ROTC ProgramsROTC, Army : Offered on Campus |
Cost Category |
On Campus |
Off Campus |
At Home |
In-state tuition and fees: |
$14,924.00 |
$14,924.00 |
$14,924.00 |
Out-of-state tuition and fees: |
$27,390.00 |
$27,390.00 |
$27,390.00 |
Room and board: |
$11,760.00 |
$12,424.00 |
$4,500.00 |
Books and supplies: |
$1,304.00 |
$1,304.00 |
$1,304.00 |
Estimated personal expenses: |
$2,532.00 |
$2,172.00 |
$2,172.00 |
Transportation expenses: |
$1,218.00 |
$2,122.00 |
$2,122.00 |
Estimated Total In-state: |
$31,738.00 |
$32,946.00 |
$25,022.00 |
Estimated Total Out-of-state: |
$44,204.00 |
$45,412.00 |
$37,488.00 |
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Credit InformationMinimum number of credits: -- Minimum college GPA (on a 4.0 scale): 3 Lowest grade earned for course that may be transferred for credit (on a 4.0 scale): 2 Maximum credits/courses from a 2-year institution: 66 Maximum credits/courses from a 4-year institution: 92 Minimum credits transfers must complete to earn bachelor's degree: 45 |
Admission Requirements (Required)High School Transcript College Transcript(s) Essay or Personal Statement Statement of good standing from Prior Institution(s) |
Admission Requirements (Recommended)Interview |
Students who applied for transferTotal students who applied for transfer: 405 Transfers admitted percentage: 61.0% Transfers admitted: 248 Transfers enrolled percentage: 37.0% Transfers enrolled: 153 |
Terms in which transfer students may enrollFall Spring |
Transfers accepted as2nd semester freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Services for students transferring IN from another schoolAdvisor Orientation Pre-admission transcript evaluation (determination of what courses will transfer) |
Special RequirementsApplicants must be eligible to return to the most recently attended college or university. All transfer applicants must submit official college and high school transcripts. SAT or ACT scores are recommended if high school graduation is within the last five years. All transfer applicants are expected to enroll each semester as full time students. Transfer applicants must request Transfer College Reports from all college or universities attended. |
Admission for International StudentsInternational Application Due for Fall 2021: Feb 1 Application fee: $65.00 |
Annual College CostsTuition and Fees: $27,390.00 Room & Board(on-campus): $11,760.00 Room & Board(off-campus): $12,424.00 Additional estimated expenses: -- Costs per credit hour: $897.00 |
Financial AidInternational students eligible for non-need based aid Total Amount Awarded: $24,100.00 Number of enrolled international undergraduates received aid: 4 |
Tests for International StudentsTOEFL Required of non-resident alien applicants TOEFL (internet-based test) average score: 90 TOEFL (internet-based test) minimum score: 71 TOEFL (paper) average score: -- TOEFL (paper) minimum score: -- |
Services for International StudentsSpecial International Student Orientation Program |