Christopher Newport University
Public university · Newport News, VA · 4,365 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1060–1290
ACT (middle 50%)
25–30
Average net price
$22,310
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$34,411
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
75%
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 Christopher Newport University?
Christopher Newport University accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), 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 1060 and 1290 on the SAT. A score at or above 1290 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1060, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 25–30.
The latest federal data says Christopher Newport 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 Christopher Newport University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Christopher Newport University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $34,411 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $22,310 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 $17,219 for VA residents and $31,440 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$17,219
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$31,440
- Room & board$13,772
- Total cost of attendance$34,411
- Average net price after grants$22,310
Popular majors
Biology, Business, Psychology, Social Sciences, Communications.
Christopher Newport University FAQ
- What is Christopher Newport University's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Christopher Newport University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1060–1290. Aim for 1290 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Christopher Newport University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 25–30.
- Is Christopher Newport University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Christopher Newport 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 Christopher Newport University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Christopher Newport University cost?
- About $34,411 a year before aid; $22,310 on average after grants.
- What is Christopher Newport University's FAFSA school code?
- 003706. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Christopher Newport University receives your information.
- What is Christopher Newport University's graduation rate?
- 75% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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