Christopher Newport University
About
Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts institution in coastal Virginia, renowned for its strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching, leadership development, and civic engagement. The university is particularly well-regarded for the Luter School of Business, vibrant performing arts programs anchored by the world-class Ferguson Center for the Arts, and rigorous pre-professional tracks in medicine and law. On its striking, modern neo-Georgian campus, students experience a tight-knit, values-driven community centered around small class sizes and a collective commitment to leading "a life of significance." CNU uniquely sets itself apart through its signature President’s Leadership Program, which integrates specialized coursework, study abroad stipends, and hands-on service opportunities into the undergraduate experience.
Wikipedia:Christopher Newport University (CNU) is a public university in Newport News, Virginia, United States. It was founded in 1960 as Christopher Newport College, an extension school of the College of William and Mary for mid-career working professionals, members of the military, and non-traditional students in and around the Newport News area of the Hampton Roads region. The university has since expanded into a residential college for traditional students.
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Christopher Newport University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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