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Christopher Newport University

Newport News, Virginia · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$51,931

Acceptance Rate

88%

Graduation Rate

76%

Annual Tuition

$16,351

At a Glance

Total Students

4,402

Retention Rate

83%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

37%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Christopher Newport University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 88%. The university has a student body of 4,402. The retention rate is 82.8%, and the graduation rate is 75.6%. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and 36.5% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Christopher Newport University is $16,351. One year after graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $40,648. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $51,931, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $60,509.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$52k

5 YEARS

$61k

10 YEARS

Top 28% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Christopher Newport University alumni earn a median salary of $40,648. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $51,931. Ten years after graduation, the median salary reaches $60,509. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Christopher Newport University has an 88% acceptance rate and a 75.6% graduation rate. The retention rate is 82.8%. The in-state tuition is $16,351. A total of 36.5% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Newport News, Virginia

Newport News, VA 23606-3072

Christopher Newport University is located in Newport News, Virginia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Christopher Newport University has an acceptance rate of 88.0%.