Diversity Statistics
Christopher Newport University is home to approximately 5,000 students. The data below provides a demographic snapshot of the populations that make up the campus community.
Fall 2019 Undergraduate Head Count
Race/Ethnicity
| Race/Ethnicity | Number of Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| American Indian/Native American | 13 | <1% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 171 | 3.5% |
| Black/African American | 296 | 6.1% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 286 | 5.9% |
| White/Caucasian | 3,711 | 76.7% |
| Multi-race | 252 | 5.2% |
| International students | 18 | <1% |
| Unknown/unreported | 90 | 1.9% |
Gender*
| Gender | Number of Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 2,159 | 44.6% |
| Women | 2,678 | 55.4% |
*Transgender and nonbinary are not captured in the report.
Age Distribution
| Age | Number of Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 24 years and under | 4,782 | 98.9% |
| 25 years and above | 55 | 1.1% |
Residency
| Residency | Number of Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| In-state | 4,516 | 93.4% |
| Out-of-state | 321 | 6.6% |
Source: State Council of Higher Education for Virginia