Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Newport News, Virginia |
| Online | cnu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Newport News, Virginia, Christopher Newport University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 7,204 prospective students applied, and 5,179 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,238 enrolled in the school. 4,869 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 88 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $9,100 plus fees of $5,824. CNU is ranked 396 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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CNU is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Christopher Newport University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#396 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#120 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#575 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1110/1280 |
| ACT | 22/27 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,304 |
| Other Fees | $5,824 |
| Room and Board | $11,760 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,738 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,304 |
| Other Fees | $5,824 |
| Room and Board | $11,760 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,204 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 15% |
| Communication | 13% |
| Biology | 12% |
| Business | 11% |
| Psychology | 11% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=231712 IPEDS survey data for Christopher Newport University.
Current students may use the Christopher Newport University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.