Christopher Newport University prepares students for lives of significance. CNU is founded on the values of honor, scholarship, service, and leadership and it is anchored in excellence in all that it does. Undergraduate students pursue a unique liberal arts and sciences curriculum with a strong emphasis on internships, study abroad, service and research alongside members of the faculty. The signature President's Leadership Program and Honors Program attract thousands of students and provide a range of benefits. CNU is the #1 ranked regional public university in Virginia, according to US News, and more than 90% of its graduates obtain full time jobs or graduate school admission within six months of graduation.