Carson-Newman University

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FIND YOUR PURPOSE

Choose from over 60 majors and graduate degrees.

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FIND YOUR PLACE

There’s so much to do and be part of, you’ll never get bored!

Life at Carson-Newman

WEST CAMPUS COMMONS

NEW IN 2025!

Our largest construction project in 170+ years! Check it out!

NEW HOUSING

CHEER ON THE EAGLES!

CHEER ON THE C-N EAGLES!

Athletics

YOU CAN AFFORD CARSON-NEWMAN!

Our tuition and fees are about $3,000 less than the median of nearby private schools.

Cost and Aid

READY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?

C-N graduates are doing some incredible things in amazing places.

Prepared Graduates

ABOUT CARSON-NEWMAN

2,700+ TOTAL ENROLLMENT

LOCATED IN JEFFERSON CITY, TN

35 mins to Knoxville, 40 mins to the Great Smoky Mountains

LOVE CHRIST. SERVE OTHERS.

Faculty and staff will encourage you in your spiritual walk and challenge you to put your faith into action.

12:1 STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO

50+ MAJORS | 14 GRADUATE DEGREES

STUDY ABROAD

opportunities on six continents

THE CALENDAR IS DOTTED WITH EVENTS

like BubbleBall, intramurals, festivals, theatre productions, concerts, parties, and athletic events.

96% OF STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

REGULARLY RANKED A “GREAT SCHOOL AT A GREAT PRICE”

U.S. News & World Report

21 NCAA D2 ATHLETIC TEAMS

18 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

112 South Atlantic Conference Titles

320+ ALL-AMERICANS

About C-N

WELCOME TO CAMPUS

WEST CAMPUS COMMONS

This 110,000 square-foot residence life facility is the largest construction project in our 170+ year history! It is slated to open in Fall 2024.

CAMPUS ATHLETICS

More than 20 teams that compete in NCAA Division II. Traditionally historic winning programs. Intramural and club sports are also a big part of our campus traditions.

FOOD COURT

With everything from fresh grilled burgers to Late Night Breakfast — you’ll find what you’re craving at Stokley Memorial Cafeteria.

TARR MUSIC CENTER

Take the stage in this two-story performing arts complex which houses our music department, practice rooms, music library and more. Music majors have access to a piano lab and rehearsal spaces for vocal and instrumental performance.

CHICK-FIL-A

Eat more chicken! Located in Maddox Student Activities Center, this is one of the most popular spots on campus.

ACADEMIC LIFE

Here you’ll find faculty who invest themselves in your education. They take servant leadership seriously, supporting students in and out of the classroom.

ACORNS TO OAKS

The Drama and Ted Russell Center is the focal point of our response to the call from our community and the first step in our Acorns to Oaks campaign! It houses the School of Health Sciences, which combines our Nursing and Exercise Science programs.

THE EYRIE

Kick back in our go-to spot for concerts and entertainment! This outdoor theater area hosts picnics, concerts and more.

RESIDENCE HALLS

From a grand hall celebrated by the Tennessee Historical Commission to modern apartments, we’ve got your home away from home.

GENTRY AUDITORIUM

Located in the heart of our campus, the Henderson Humanities Building houses Gentry Auditorium and the Phoenix Theater - center stage for performing arts at Carson-Newman.

MOSSY CREEK AND MORE

Enjoy Mossy Creek right on campus, or visit beautiful Cherokee and Douglas lakes just minutes away! From bustling Knoxville and Pigeon Forge to the Great Smoky Mountains, fun and adventure are everywhere.

PROFESSIONAL FACULTY

Gain hands-on experience in a field that interests you. State-of-the-art labs, student teaching and internships are waiting for you! Get started by exploring a program that interests you.

BURKE-TARR STADIUM

This great facility is used for the Eagles football team and Spring Commencement. Seating more than 6,500 people, Burke-Tarr Stadium is one of the premier football stadiums in all Division II. The stadium also includes the Ken Sparks Athletic Complex.

The best way to experience Carson-Newman is to see it and meet those that make our university special. Request a campus visit today!

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Carson-Newman University University

FIND YOUR PURPOSE

FIND YOUR PLACE

NEW IN 2025!

CHEER ON THE C-N EAGLES!

YOU CAN AFFORD CARSON-NEWMAN!

READY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?

ABOUT CARSON-NEWMAN

WELCOME TO CAMPUS

WEST CAMPUS COMMONS

Ball and Richards named 2025 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award recipients

Carson-Newman presents highest faculty, staff honors

Carson-Newman celebrates first-generation college students

Morgan named recipient of prestigious Jesse Baker Presidential Academic Fellowship

Forgoing beach towels, Carson-Newman students use spring break to help others

New Army ROTC head cites preparing servant-leaders, good citizens as objective

Poet laureate, folk-rock-opera highlight 2025 Red Branch Arts Festival at C-N

Blazier to headline Women of Vision April Event

C-N online nursing program adds The Princeton Review to 2025 accolades

Carson-Newman adding competitive powerlifting program

Paint War

Student Business Leaders

Retirement Reception