Jefferson City,
TN
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About Carson Newman University
Carson-Newman University is a private university in the town of Jefferson City, Tennessee. Carson Newman University was founded in 1851. The college enrolls around 2,586 students per year, including 1,528 undergraduates.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Carson-Newman University
It is moderately difficult to get into Carson Newman University. In 2022, Carson Newman University accepted 80% of applicants. Out of 2,928 applications received in 2022, 2,336 students were offered admission.
| Carson-Newman University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 80% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 13% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Carson-Newman University is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee, near Knoxville.
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College Info
Carson Newman University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Not available
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Carson Newman University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Carson Newman University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
968 - 1133
Math SAT Range
510 - 580
Reading SAT Range
470 - 563
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1133 and Above
Good
968 to 1133
Avg
968 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Carson Newman University students is 1062. Applicants with SAT scores of 1133 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Carson Newman University, while applicants with SAT scores between 968 to 1133 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 968 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Carson Newman University.
Carson Newman University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$46,650
In State$46,650
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$32,900
$32,900
Fees
$1,800
$1,800
Housing
$11,950
$11,950
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Carson Newman University is like? There are approximately 2,586 students enrolled at Carson Newman University, including 1,528 undergraduate students and 1,058 graduate students. 92% percent of students attend school full-time, 81% percent are from TN and 19% percent of students are from other states.
92%
Full Time8%
Part Time81%
In State19%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,586
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
80%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$34,700
Out-of-State
$34,700
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Unknown
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