Carson-Newman University

Jefferson City, TN • private • II | South Atlantic Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 1,814 • Total: 3,294

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

1646 S Russell Ave
Jefferson City, TN
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Website

www.cn.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 872 (48.1%) • Female: 942 (51.9%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	21	1.2%
Black/African American	160	8.8%
Hispanic/Latino	102	5.6%
White	1,345	74.1%
Two or More Races	47	2.6%
International	93	5.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

68.3%

2,042 admitted from 2,991 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 480-570
Math: 460-560
Total: 940-1130

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

19-25

Application Types Offered

RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

RD:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

46.4%

4-Year Graduation Rate

35.8%

Freshman Retention Rate

74.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

14.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$48,100

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $34,700

Room & Board

$11,800

Books & Supplies

$1,600

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$16,672
$30,001-48,000	$16,446
$48,001-75,000	$17,313
$75,001-110,000	$21,209
$110,001+	$28,621

Students Receiving Pell Grants

98%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$19,755

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

South Atlantic Conference

Men's Sports (10)

Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)

Women's Sports (11)

Basketball Beach Volleyball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)

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Common questions about Carson-Newman University

What is Carson-Newman University's acceptance rate?

Carson-Newman University accepts 68% of applicants, from 2,991 applications.

How much does Carson-Newman University cost?

Tuition and fees are $34,700. Families earning under $30,000 pay $16,672 on average after aid.

Does Carson-Newman University require SAT or ACT scores?

Carson-Newman University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Carson-Newman University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

What is Carson-Newman University's graduation rate?

46% of students graduate within six years.