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Christopher Newport University is a Comprehensive institution located in Newport News, VA, in a suburban setting.
Location & Contact
Address
Office of Admission
1 Avenue of the Arts
Newport News, VA 23606-3072
United States
1 Avenue of the Arts
Newport News, VA 23606-3072
United States
Contact
Mr. Rob J. Lange III
Dean of Admission
Email: admit@cnu.edu
Phone: 757-594-7015
Fax: 757-594-7333
Dean of Admission
Email: admit@cnu.edu
Phone: 757-594-7015
Fax: 757-594-7333
Majors & Degrees
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
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| American Studies |
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| Biological And Biomedical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biochemistry |
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| Biological And Biomedical Sciences Related |
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| Biology/biological Sciences |
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| Cell And Molecular Biology |
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| Environmental Biology |
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| Neuroscience |
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| Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Accounting |
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| Business Administration And Management |
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| Finance |
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| Marketing/marketing Management |
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| Communication, Journalism And Related Programs | Associate | Bachelors |
| Speech Communication And Rhetoric |
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| Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer Science |
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| Information Science/studies |
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| Information Technology |
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| Engineering | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer Engineering |
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| Electrical And Electronics Engineering |
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| English Language And Literature/Letters | Associate | Bachelors |
| English |
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| Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Classics And Classical Languages |
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| French |
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| German |
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| Spanish |
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| History | Associate | Bachelors |
| History |
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| Mathematics And Statistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Applied Mathematics |
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| Computational Mathematics |
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| Mathematics |
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| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Multi/interdisciplinary Studies Related |
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| Natural Resources And Conservation | Associate | Bachelors |
| Environmental Studies |
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| Philosophy And Religious Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Philosophy |
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| Physical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Chemistry |
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| Physics Related |
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| Psychology | Associate | Bachelors |
| Psychology |
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| Public Administration And Social Service Professions | Associate | Bachelors |
| Social Work |
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| Social Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Economics |
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| Political Science And Government |
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| Sociology |
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| Visual And Performing Arts | Associate | Bachelors |
| Dramatic/theater Arts |
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| Fine/studio Arts |
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| Music Performance |
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
7,430
Applied
5,035
Accepted
4,857
Enrolled
Female Admissions
4,195
Females Applied
2,990
Females Accepted
71%
Male Admissions
3,235
Males Applied
2,045
Males Accepted
63%
Applying
65
Application Fee
3.81
Avg. high school GPA for freshman
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Required |
Transcript of high school record Essay |
| Required for some programs |
Interview |
| Recommended |
A minimum high school GPA of 3.5 2 recommendations |
Application Deadlines
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall freshmen | February 1st | March 15th | |
| Out of state Fall freshmen | February 1st | January 1st | |
| Early decision plan | November 15th | December 15th | |
| Other early decision plan | December 1st | January 15th | |
| Transfer | March 1st | April 15th |
Test Scores Accepted
| Test | Avg. Score | 25th %
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75th %
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| SAT Critical Reading | 613 | 570 | 650 | |
| SAT Math | 589 | 540 | 630 | |
| ACT Composite | 26 | 23 | 28 |
Tuition & Fees
Tuition
9,100
In-state
21,566
Out-of-state
Fees
5,824
Full-time student fees
11,760
Room & board
7,238
Room only
Other Payment Considerations
| Guaranteed tuition plan offered | No |
|---|---|
| Tuition pre-payment plan | No |
| Tuition payment plans offered | Yes |
| Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuition |
Senior Citizens Employees |
Financial Aid
9,449
Avg. Financial Aid Package
8,395
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
5,625
Avg. International Student Financial Aid Package
4,386
Avg. Loan Aid
3,329
Avg. Grant Aid
6,334
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
68%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
21%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
4,857
Total Undergrad students
0%
International Students
8%
Out-of-state students
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 5.73% |
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| Black or African American | 6.49% |
| White or Caucasian | 75.23% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.25% |
| Asian | 3.09% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0.08% |
| Two or more races | 5.48% |
| Other | 3.3% |
Gender
Male (44.29%)
Female (55.71%)
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options |
Co-ed housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 78% |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Drama/theatre group
Student-run radio station
Student-run television station
Marching band
Choral groups
Campus events:
Homecoming, Spring Fest and Glow in the Dar Cappella
Homecoming, Spring Fest and Glow in the Dar Cappella
Student Services
Legal services
Health clinic
Personal/psychological counseling
Women's center
International students advisor
Student Organizations
Greek fraternities
Greek sororities
Local fraternities
Local sororities
Most popular organizations:
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Alpha Delta Pi, Delta Gamma, Gamma Phi Beta and Alpha Phi
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Alpha Delta Pi, Delta Gamma, Gamma Phi Beta and Alpha Phi
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Student patrols
Late-night transport/escort services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
Athletics
Men's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | No | Division 3 | No |
| Basketball | |
Division 3 | No |
| Cheerleading | No | |
No |
| Crew | No | |
No |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 3 | No |
| Equestrian Sports | No | |
No |
| Field Hockey | No | No | No |
| Football | |
Division 3 | No |
| Golf | No | Division 3 | No |
| Gymnastics | No | |
No |
| Ice Hockey | No | |
No |
| Lacrosse | No | Division 3 | No |
| Rowing | No | |
No |
| Rugby | No | |
No |
| Sailing | No | |
No |
| Sand Volleyball | |
No | No |
| Skiing (cross-country) | No | |
No |
| Skiing (downhill) | No | No | No |
| Soccer | |
Division 3 | No |
| Softball | |
No | No |
| Swimming And Diving | No | |
No |
| Table Tennis | No | |
No |
| Tennis | No | Division 3 | No |
| Track And Field | No | Division 3 | No |
| Ultimate Frisbee | |
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No |
| Volleyball | |
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No |
Women's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | No | No | No |
| Basketball | |
Division 3 | No |
| Cheerleading | No | |
No |
| Crew | No | |
No |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 3 | No |
| Equestrian Sports | No | |
No |
| Field Hockey | No | Division 3 | No |
| Football | |
No | No |
| Golf | No | Division 2 | No |
| Gymnastics | No | |
No |
| Ice Hockey | No | No | No |
| Lacrosse | No | Division 3 | No |
| Rowing | No | |
No |
| Rugby | No | No | No |
| Sailing | No | |
No |
| Sand Volleyball | |
No | No |
| Skiing (cross-country) | No | |
No |
| Skiing (downhill) | No | |
No |
| Soccer | |
Division 3 | No |
| Softball | |
Division 3 | No |
| Swimming And Diving | No | |
No |
| Table Tennis | No | |
No |
| Tennis | No | Division 3 | No |
| Track And Field | No | Division 3 | No |
| Ultimate Frisbee | |
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No |
| Volleyball | |
Division 3 | No |
Faculty
465
Total Faculty
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-time - 282
Part-time - 183
Male - 247
Female - 218
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