Preparing to Apply

Application Deadlines

Early Action  (non-binding)                    December 1, 2007

Regular Decison                                    March 1, 2008

Admission Criteria

To apply for admission, freshman applicant should pursue a rigorous college preparatory program such as the Advanced Studies Diploma (ASD) in Virginia.  Curriculum guidelines include:

• Four units of English
• Four units of math, with at least Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra II required
• Four units of history or social studies
• Four units of laboratory science
• Three or more units in one foreign language (preferred), or two units each of two foreign languages

Admission to CNU is selective, and we anticipate more than 8,000 applications for only 1,200 spaces in the entering class. We look for students who display the ability and desire to benefit from a rigorous and rewarding academic environment. CNU places great emphasis  on curriculum and looks with favor  on Honors, AP, IB and dual enrolled courses. The University also seeks students with demonstrated leadership ability, a commitment to service and pride in their communities, exemplary talents and diverse life experiences.   We know  you have a story to tell , and we hope to hear it through your application to CNU. 

Finally, contact us if you have questions and submit your application. We hope to see you at CNU!