Carson-Newman University

If you are thinking about applying to Carson Newman University, Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students with financial need may qualify for for an application fee waiver.

Considering Applying Early to Carson Newman University?

Carson-Newman University does not offer early decision or early action..

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.

See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

Is Carson Newman University Hard To Get Into?

Getting into Carson Newman University is moderately difficult. Carson Newman University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Carson Newman University **accepted 79% of students, around 2,397 of the 3,022 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Carson Newman University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

What's Most Important to Get In to Carson Newman University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengthsand any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Carson Newman University

Carson Newman University 2021-2022 Application Requirements

To apply, all applicants to Carson Newman University must submit the following items. Double check with Carson Newman University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Carson Newman University?

Students admitted to Carson Newman University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0.

Carson Newman University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 19% of Carson Newman University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 99% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for Carson Newman University?

To be competitive with other Carson Newman University applicants, you should strive to earn between 960 and 1120 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Carson Newman University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1120 and 25% of scored lower than 960, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Carson Newman University student is 1037.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Carson Newman University students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Carson Newman University students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

Want to increase your SAT Score?

Preparing for the SAT can help raise your score, but it doesn't have to take up a lot of time.

Learn how to increase your SAT score 200 points or more in just 10 minutes a day.

What's a Good ACT Score for Carson Newman University?

To be most competitive at Carson Newman University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Carson Newman University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Carson Newman University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

Transferring to Carson-Newman University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Carson Newman University.Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Carson Newman University during the following terms: Fall Term Spring Term Summer Term

Carson Newman University Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to Carson Newman University?

Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Carson Newman University.

Does Carson Newman University accept transfer credits?

Carson Newman University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Carson Newman University accepts:

ACE recommendations for credit

Does Carson Newman University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

Carson Newman University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) creditsand Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Carson Newman University?

No, Carson Newman University is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to include your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application..

Visit the College Confidential forums to join the conversation about Carson Newman University

Explore other colleges in Tennessee or use the college admissions predictor to calculate your chances of getting into some of the top colleges and universities in the U.S.