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Carson-Newman University

Jefferson City, TN·Private·~90% acceptance

Carson-Newman University is a private university based in Jefferson City, TN. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 90% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $20,251 per year. About 50% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $48,382 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$20,251/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $49,024
Aid cuts ~$28,773/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.21–3.71
SAT (middle 50%)955–1215
ACT (middle 50%)19–25
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
50%
graduation rate
74%
freshman retention
$39,324
median earnings, 6yr
$48,382
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Carson-Newman University's acceptance rate?
Carson-Newman University admits about 90% of applicants.
How much does Carson-Newman University cost?
At Carson-Newman University, the average net price after aid is about $20,251 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $49,024 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Carson-Newman University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 955–1215 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.
What are Carson-Newman University's application deadlines?
Carson-Newman University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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