Carson-Newman University
Faith-based college · Jefferson City, TN · 1,387 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
90%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
955–1215
ACT (middle 50%)
19–25
Average net price
$18,130
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$50,237
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
54%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Carson-Newman University?
Carson-Newman University accepts about 90 of every 100 applicants (90%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 955 and 1215 on the SAT. A score at or above 1215 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 955, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–25.
The latest federal data says Carson-Newman University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Carson-Newman University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Carson-Newman University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $50,237 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $18,130 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $38,700 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$38,700
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$38,700
- Room & board$12,200
- Total cost of attendance$50,237
- Average net price after grants$18,130
Popular majors
Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Education, Psychology.
Carson-Newman University FAQ
- What is Carson-Newman University's acceptance rate?
- 90% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Carson-Newman University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 955–1215. Aim for 1215 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Carson-Newman University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–25.
- Is Carson-Newman University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Carson-Newman University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Carson-Newman University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Carson-Newman University cost?
- About $50,237 a year before aid; $18,130 on average after grants.
- What is Carson-Newman University's FAFSA school code?
- 003481. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Carson-Newman University receives your information.
- What is Carson-Newman University's graduation rate?
- 54% of students finish within six years.
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