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Christopher Newport University

Newport News, Virginia · Public

$22k/yearCost after aid

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About

Christopher Newport University is located in Newport News, Virginia. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 4,402 students.

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Cost and aid

True cost

$22kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$16,351
Out-of-state tuition$30,988
Room & board$12,360
Avg aid package$9,141
Students receiving aid77%
Pell grant recipients15%
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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1100–1300
4001600
ACT · middle 50%23–29
136

Application info

Acceptance rate88%
Average GPA3.76
Student–faculty ratio13:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes
Application fee$65
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Academics

Graduation rate76%
Retention rate83%
Student–faculty ratio13:1
Full-time faculty63%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$60,509
Avg starting salary$50,000
Job placement rate96%
Earn more than HS grad81%
Economic mobility108%
Loan default (3 yr)1%
Loan repayment (3 yr)76%

Student life

Demographics

Medium School
4,402Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio
Female 52%Male 48%
72% WhiteRacial diversity
White 72%Black 9%Hispanic 8%Asian 4%Other 7%
Greek lifeYes
Campus housingYes

About Christopher Newport University

24-HR security patrol, emergency systems, and escort safety rides available.

The Honors Program at CNU offers a rigorous curriculum, small class sizes, and opportunities for research and leadership development, fostering a community of high-achieving students.

Endowment$48,947,546
Avg faculty salary$127,296

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