Newport News, VA

Christopher Newport University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Christopher Newport University is a four-year, public school located in Newport News, VA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Christopher Newport University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

86% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 7,341 applied, 6,316 accepted, and 1,140 enrolled in CNU.
535 men and 605 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,170 SAT, 27 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,170 and ACT score is 27. The SAT score of 1170 is good, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total106011701290
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing550610660
Math510560630
ACT Score
Composite252730
Math000
English000
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $16,828 for Virginia residents and $31,178 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $13,050 for Virginia residents and $22,986 for others.
Tuition has increased by 0.61% compared to last year at Christopher Newport University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

2,599 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $9,488.
For freshmen, 895 students (77%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $9,141.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 4,454 students enrolled CNU in 2025.
By gender, 2,113 men and 2,341 women students are enrolled.
There are 4,369 undergraduate and 85 graduate students.
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28 Major Programs

  • 4 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of CNU is 72%.
The retention rate is 81% for full-time and 81% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
81%
Students to Faculty Ratio
13 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 439 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for CNU and the average faculty salary is $98,904. The studetns to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.
There are 1,242 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $65,162.
Number of Faculties
439
Average Faculty Salary
$98,904
Number of Staffs
1,242
Average Staff Salary
$65,162

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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