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At Christopher Newport, we see you for who you are and who you can become. Ready to take the first step toward becoming a Captain? Choose your student type below, and let’s get started.

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Academics
Academics
Signature Programs

Our President's Leadership Program (PLP) equips leaders for the 21st century. Through a combination of academic study, experiential learning and personal development, PLP will prepare you for a life of leadership, service and civic responsibility.

The rigorous coursework in our Honor's Program will prepare you for a successful career, wherever your passion lies. You’ll also be ready for top graduate programs in science, medicine, law, political science, English and more.

President's Leadership Program Honors Program
Student Life
Student Life
Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the unified voice of the student body at Christopher Newport University. Our mission is to advocate for the interests, needs, and concerns of all students while fostering collaboration between students, faculty, and administration to create meaningful, positive change across campus.

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Who We Are
Who We Are
Strategic Compass

The points on our Strategic Compass guide the future of the University. Learn about the directions we are taking and how all of us can help navigate the course ahead.

Strategic Compass
Arts
Arts
Athletics

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Theatre Major Thursday

Calling all high school juniors and seniors! Join us on Theatre Major Thursdays and experience what being a theatre student at Christopher Newport is all about.

You can pair up with a current theatre major in your area of interest and shadow them for the day, talk about our program, and sit in on classes. At the end of the day, be our guest for one of our productions in the Ferguson Center for the Arts.

Available Dates

Thursday, November 12, 2026
Thursday, February 18, 2027
Thursday, March 18, 2027

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