Application Deadlines
SUMMER & SPRING BREAK
CNU Programs - Application/Enrollment Forms Deadline October 31, but some may fill prior to deadline due to a rolling admission process.
NON-CNU Programs- Application/Enrollment Forms Deadline March 1.
SPRING SEMESTER
CNU in Florence - Applications Currently being accepted on a Rolling Basis
NON-CNU Programs - Application/Enrollment Forms Deadline October 15
FALL SEMESTER
CNU in Florence- Application Deadline March 1
NON-CNU Programs- Application/Enrollment Forms Deadline April 1
How to Apply?
CNU Programs: Create a profile, add the application to your account, and complete application forms.
NON-CNU Programs: Two applications are completed. You will follow the steps for a CNU Program application with CNU and complete an application to the external study abroad program.
Each country has established entry requirements and travel restrictions set for foreign visitors and their citizens. Any country can change its regulations at any time. We encourage all students and their families to monitor the location(s) situation while preparing to travel and during their time abroad. We recommend starting with the U.S. State Department (travel.state.gov).
The Study Abroad Office team at Christopher Newport values diversity and inclusion of all students and wants to support you throughout your journey from finding a program, application, on-site support, to returning to campus. Please let us know if you have any questions throughout your journey. We are here to support you!
There are many resources available as you begin your study abroad journey. There are blogs, articles, websites, and scholarships available to support you.
IES Country Specific Resources
NAFSA Rainbow Special Interest Group: Student Resources
Blogs:
7 Things to Know About Studying Abroad as an Underrepresented Student
There may be additional funding opportunities through both CNU scholarships as well as national scholarships.
CNU Scholarships: Captains Abroad Scholarship & BOV Scholarship
Program Specific Scholarship: Many programs have First Generation, LGBTQI+, STEM, Student Athlete, Merit, and/or Location-Specific scholarships. These can be anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. Make sure to check the eligibility before applying and apply to as many scholarships as you qualify for. Contact the CNU Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@cnu.edu to have help navigating the program scholarship website.
National Scholarships:
Benjamin Gilman Scholarship is for students receiving the Pell Grant and supports students who have been historically underrepresented in study abroad.
Fund for Education Abroad is a scholarship fund with different categories for application. Please visit this site early as deadlines can be early in the application cycle.