Carson-Newman University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 68%
Average High School GPA: 3.3-3.7
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: Not Listed
ACT Range: Not Listed
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 1,528
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Tennessee Baptist
Political Leaning: Conservative leaning
In-State Tuition: $N/A
Out-of-State Tuition: $35,000-45,000
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Jefferson City, Tennessee
Setting: Rural
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 37.2°F (3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 76.5°F (24°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 40 inches (1,016 mm)
Nearest Airport: McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) — Knoxville, TN
Distance: ~51 miles (≈82 km) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @Carson_newman_u
Swim team instagram: @cnswim
Twitter: @carson_newman_u
Facebook: Carson Newman University
LinkedIn:Carson Newman University
YouTube: Carson Newman University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Maddox Student Activities Center
Head Coach: Ben Young
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #24
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in South Atlantic Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #28
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in South Atlantic Conference
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B-
Academics: B-
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B+
Professors: B-
Dorms: B-
Student Life: B
Value: B
Campus: C+
Party Scene: C
Location: C+
Campus Food: B-
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #634 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #368 of 1,332

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