Does Christopher Newport Superscore?
Christopher Newport University's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Christopher Newport superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
NoNo. Christopher Newport uses the highest complete ACT composite instead of combining ACT sections from different test dates.
CNU uses the highest Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math results to build an SAT superscore. For the other accepted exams, it uses the highest ACT composite or the total CLT score.
Source: Christopher Newport Application Review (checked August 3, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Christopher Newport superscore the SAT?
Yes. Christopher Newport superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Christopher Newport superscore the ACT?
No. Christopher Newport uses the highest complete ACT composite instead of combining ACT sections from different test dates.
Does Christopher Newport require the SAT or ACT?
Christopher Newport lets applicants apply without standardized testing. Students who submit scores may use the SAT, ACT, or CLT. CNU uses the highest Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math results to build an SAT superscore. For the other accepted exams, it uses the highest ACT composite or the total CLT score.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Christopher Newport before you apply.
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