Overview
Enrollment
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 |
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 6,699 prospective students applied, and 5,931 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,012 enrolled in the school. 4,478 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 106 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $9,100 plus fees of $5,824. CNU is ranked 390 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 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
Rankings
Rankings for Christopher Newport University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#390 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#124 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#545 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1110/1320 |
| ACT | 25/29 |
| GPA | 3.79 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,320 |
| Other Fees | $5,824 |
| Room and Board | $11,760 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,792 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,796 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,320 |
| Other Fees | $5,824 |
| Room and Board | $11,760 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,792 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,262 |
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.