Historical Acceptance Rates

Carson-Newman College has maintained a consistent overall acceptance rate of 79.6% for the past several application years, from 2015 to 2024. In each of these years, the number of applicants remained steady at approximately 2,928, with 2,333 students accepted. The Early Action acceptance rate is slightly lower at 79.5%, while the Regular Decision rate stands at 79.8%. This stability in acceptance rates suggests a steadfast commitment to admitting a significant portion of applicants, indicating a relatively unchanging admissions landscape during this period.