Carson-Newman University: what international applicants need

What are Carson-Newman University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Carson-Newman University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Carson-Newman University's acceptance rate?

90.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Carson-Newman University admitted 2,225 of its 2,460 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Carson-Newman University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Carson-Newman University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Carson-Newman University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 455–570 in Math and 500–645 in Reading and Writing (5% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 19–25.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Carson-Newman University's application fee for international students?

Carson-Newman University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Carson-Newman University accept?

Carson-Newman University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Carson-Newman University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Carson-Newman University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Carson-Newman University require?

Carson-Newman University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Carson-Newman University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Carson-Newman University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Carson-Newman University have?

80 of Carson-Newman University's 1,596 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Carson-Newman University cost for international students?

Carson-Newman University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $34,700, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $11,800. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $51,964 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source