Christopher Newport University
is a dynamic, thriving institution where you’ll find dedicated
professors and small
classes that are the hallmark of a private liberal arts education, and
magnificent facilities that
few institutions can rival.
Undergraduate
and graduate
programs at CNU include more than 80 academic majors and programs,
ranging from accounting to theater arts, management to social
work. Our 4,884 students come from every region in Virginia,
25 other states, and 30 foreign nations.
CNU is located in Newport News, Virginia, near some of the nation’s
most significant historic sites and some of its best beaches!
Here on our 260-acre campus, you’ll find boundless energy and
state-of-the-art buildings - including new library, residence halls,
apartments and an arts center designed by the firm of internationally
renowned architect I.M. Pei.
Why not come experience our vibrant community first hand? We
welcome visitors throughout
the year. Or, contact us with questions. |
As he helps inform Virginians about pressing public policy issues, Dr. Quentin Kidd has garnered national attention through the CNU Center for Public Policy. More>
Recent graduate Ashleigh Stacy is working to close the achievement gap and she gives credit to her CNU professors for mentoring her and inspiring her to work hard and make a difference. More>
An ethic of commitment and support formed at CNU brings alumni together to help fight AIDS. More>