Admission
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
Welcome to Christopher Newport University’s Admission page! We’re excited to get to know your dreams, goals, interests and everything that makes you who you are. Our admission process looks beyond the numbers because we believe your story matters. Whether you’re a first-time freshman, transfer student, international applicant, or another type of learner, your journey to becoming a Captain starts here. Select your student type below and let’s take the first step together!
Choose Your Application Experience
At Christopher Newport, you’ll find your people, your purpose and a campus community that feels like home from the very first day.
Ready for a fresh start? We welcome transfer students looking to continue their journey at Christopher Newport.
Join a supportive community that celebrates global perspectives and helps you thrive, both inside and outside the classroom.
Advance your career and deepen your expertise with a graduate program that challenges, inspires and prepares you to lead.
If you’ve previously attended CNU and are ready to return, we’re excited to help you pick up where you left off.
Interested in taking classes without pursuing a full degree? Explore flexible options that fit your goals and schedule.
It felt like a place where I could grow and learn to push myself to be the best version of who I am.
Kaleigh Cole
Academics
At Christopher Newport, academic excellence is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 areas of study spanning technology, the arts, sciences, business, and beyond, Christopher Newport offers endless opportunities to match every passion, spark new interests, and launch incredible careers. Small classes mean you’ll work closely with professors who truly know you, challenge you and cheer you on every step of the way. It’s a personal, powerful learning experience that will shape who you become and where you’re headed.
Academics
Tuition and Financial Aid
Investing in your future is a big decision, and we’re here to make it as clear and manageable as possible. Learn more about tuition costs, financial aid options and the many resources available to help you make Christopher Newport an affordable reality. Our team is ready to answer your questions and support you every step of the way!
Tuition
Student Life
Life at Christopher Newport is anything but ordinary - it’s a one-of-a-kind experience built on connection, tradition and endless opportunities to get involved. With more than 200 clubs, Division III and intramural sports teams, can’t-miss events, and the best residence halls in Virginia, there’s always something exciting happening and a community ready to cheer you on. Our Captains take pride in the traditions that bring us together and the close-knit campus culture that turns classmates into lifelong friends.
Student Life
Contact Us
Admission
Christopher Newport Hall
Second Floor
admit@cnu.edu
(757) 594-7015
More to Explore
Who We Are
Discover what sets Christopher Newport apart - a vibrant community where you will find your people, purpose and a place that feels like home. Explore how our values, academics and traditions create a college experience that’s truly transformative.
Housing
Live in the best college housing that Virginia has to offer, and one of the top-ranked in the nation. With modern amenities, welcoming spaces and a built-in sense of community, our residence halls are designed to help you feel at home from day one.
Honors Program
Push your potential further in our Honors Program, an academic experience for students who are ready to dig deeper, think bigger and make the most of their college journey.
President's Leadership Program
Step into a program that empowers you to lead with purpose. PLP blends coursework, service, and personal development in a way that’s unique to CNU.
