Christopher Newport University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
At Christopher Newport, an 86% acceptance rate means your bigger opportunity is using scores to compete for merit aid, not just admission. A 1250 SAT or 26 ACT can put you in range for the PLP Scholarship, while 1310 SAT or 28 ACT aligns with several $5,000 awards if your GPA is strong.
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Christopher Newport University facts and stats
Christopher Newport University enrolls 4,369 undergraduates in an urban campus setting. Christopher Newport has an 81% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 72% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 13.5:1.
Newport News, VA
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Key Christopher Newport University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
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Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to Christopher Newport, take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes that could improve your superscore. For Early Decision on November 15, the October test is typically the last fall retake whose scores can arrive in time, which also helps if you are targeting score-based scholarships like PLP or Honors.
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What you'll actually pay
Christopher Newport’s in-state tuition is $10,228, while out-of-state tuition is $31,178. About 34% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $3,911. Submit the FAFSA by the March 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
Christopher Newport’s out-of-state tuition is $31,178, while in-state tuition is $10,228, with room and board adding $13,822. About 34% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $15,716. Merit awards average $3,911, which can help reduce the net price for qualifying students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $36,265.
Student life at Christopher Newport University
82% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 19% of men join fraternities, and 21% of women join sororities.
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