Christopher Newport University
- 4 Year
- NEWPORT NEWS, VA
CollegeGrad School
Christopher Newport University
- 4 Year
- NEWPORT NEWS, VA
- Rating 3.71 out of 5 1,238 reviews
COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Valuegrade A minus
- Diversitygrade B
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade B
- Party Scenegrade B minus
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade C+
- Dormsgrade A+
- Campus Foodgrade A
- Student Lifegrade B+
- Safetygrade C+
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About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
New Jersey Athletic Conference
Christopher Newport University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
CNU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
72%
Application Deadline
February 1
SAT Range
1110-1280
ACT Range
22-27
Application Fee
$65
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No data available
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Cost
Net Price
$25,443 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$5,415 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
75%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
86%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 83 responses43%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 99 responses63%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 99 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Business176 Graduates
- Biology172 Graduates
- Psychology127 Graduates
- Communications103 Graduates
- Political Science and Government80 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities69 Graduates
- Computer Science56 Graduates
- Sociology54 Graduates
- English53 Graduates
- History42 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
4,742 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
95
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
12%
Varsity Athletes
12%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
47%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 101 responsesPoll
57%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 115 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$46,900 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
78%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%83%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 59 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Christopher Newport University Reviews
Rating 3.71 out of 5 1,238 reviews
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I really love Christopher Newport University. The campus is astonishing, and the employees are fantastic, and never place you on hold. They always answer any questions you may have, and if they don't know they will get back to you until they have found the answer you need rather then simply redirecting you to some other office. Their spirit logo Captain Chris, and theme reflects a mariner or see Captain culture which really fits with me as I try to navigate through life and chart my own course - no puns intended! Overall however, this University is great for those who choose to be leaders, and aren't afraid to make their passion their purpose. At CNU the students are prepared to strive in the ordinary, and exceed in the difficult no matter if its at sea, in the classroom, or in the workforce. Christopher Newport University prepares students for success. It truly is Virginia's up and coming University. If your unsure where to go don't be afraid to set sail for CNU.
I LOVE CNU! As a freshman coming in during a covid year, I was very nervous about finding my people and becoming comfortable on campus, but everyone on campus is so beyond welcoming. I found friends immediately through the campus ministry I got involved in, and even with less gatherings taking place, it was still an incredible year. I can't wait to see what it's like as a sophomore with more normalcy. Academics and professors are very good, with a few exceptions here and there. I am part of PLP and the Honors program and both programs have been very good for my academics. Housing is actually really nice compared to other schools, as is the food, and the dining hall people are so friendly :) The campus is so beautiful, and it was wonderful to see people I knew on the lawn or in the plaza. CNU is a wonderful school and has amazing campus groups to get involved in with the best people. If you are looking for a small, very friendly, fun yet still smart school, this is the place for you!
Being a Music Major, I am not present in a majority of the main campus at school. But the love and support that just the athletic bands alone receive during football and basketball games is something I have never experienced before. Some of my favorite memories will be celebrating a Captain's Football victory and singing the Alma Mater with the football team from the stands. The sense of family truly echoes across our university loud enough for anyone to hear. To feel that sense of pride in being a Captain is something everyone at Christopher Newport University can relate to, no matter what year or major you are. Not to mention, CNU is one of the most breathtaking college campuses I have ever seen, it is a privilege to attend such a fine vibrant university. There are clubs and different activities on campus so that everyone can find their niche group of people who have similar hobbies/passions! They have everything from light saber club to a cinema club, with everything in between!