Christopher Newport University
Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts university located in Newport News, Virginia. Known for its strong emphasis on leadership, undergraduate research, and civic engagement, CNU offers small class sizes and close faculty mentorship.
Acceptance rate
86%
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$65
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| TransferSpring Transfer Deadline | October 1, 2026 |
| Early DecisionEarly Decision | November 15, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipPriority Consideration & Priority Essay Deadline (PLP & Honors) | December 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | February 1, 2027 |
| ScholarshipFinal Scholarship Application Deadline | February 15, 2027 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA / VASA Filing Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Priority Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Final Deadline | July 15, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
We believe that leadership comes in many forms. Whether you've held formal positions in clubs and organizations or you see yourself as a quiet leader who leads by example, we want to hear how leadership has played a role in your life. Please describe your most significant engagement and/or leadership experience(s) in high school.
In the Honors Program, we believe that being an engaged citizen starts with a strong academic foundation in the liberal arts. Honors students will have countless opportunities for meaningful engagement in the classroom at Christopher Newport. Please describe how academic engagement has played a role in your life in high school.
Please provide a personal essay (approximately 250 words) indicating why you want to attend Christopher Newport, or provide additional information you would like to share about yourself for the admission committee.