Known for business
Christopher Newport University is a public institution in Newport News with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1207, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.4K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,509 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,197.
Established
1960
Motto
"Students Come First"
Mascot
Captain Chris
Type
Public university
Division
Division III
88%Acceptance
1207SAT Avg
4,402Students
13:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$60,509Earnings 10yr
$22,197Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate88.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1207
Reading & WritingMid: 620
560670
MathMid: 595
540630
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 27
2329
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$16,351
Tuition (out-of-state)$30,988
Room & Board$12,360
Books & Supplies$1,516
Total Cost of Attendance$32,242
Average Net Price$22,197
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,652
$30–48K$11,509
$48–75K$15,030
$75–110K$24,931
$110K+$30,024
Programs (27)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,402
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
18%
Pell Grant Recipients
15%
Race & Ethnicity
White 72%
Black 9%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate75.1%
Freshman Retention82.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$51,931
8 Years$57,119
10 Years$60,509
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,300
Men
$58,100
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Capital Athletic
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia