Carson-Newman University Demographics & Diversity Overview

22%
Minority Students
56%
Female Students
6%
International
18
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Carson-Newman University has a diverse student body with 22% students of color and 6% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
77.3%(1,117)
Hispanic
6.0%(86)
African American
9.3%(135)
Asian
1.2%(17)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%(10)
Pacific Islander
0.3%(4)
Two or More Races
4.1%(59)
Unknown
1.2%(17)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color22%
Total Enrollment2,586
International Students6%

Cultural Engagement

Carson-Newman University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Carson-Newman University has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
44.0%(668)
Women
56.0%(851)

Gender Statistics

Men668

26% of total enrollment

Women851

33% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Carson-Newman University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 79% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 4% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
6.1%(93)
18-19
36.1%(548)
20-21
42.5%(645)
22-24
11.3%(172)
25+
4.0%(61)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
1.4%(15)
22-24
18.7%(199)
25+
79.9%(853)

Age Diversity Insights

79%

Traditional Age (18-21)

4%

Non-Traditional (25+)

41%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Carson-Newman University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 6% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 72% in-state residents, 22% out-of-state students, and 6% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
71.6%(214)
Out-of-State
22.4%(67)
International
6.0%(18)

Regional Representation

In-State214

72% of student body

Out-of-State67

22% of student body

International18

6% of student body

States Represented

18 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

22%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

56%

Female Students

Global Reach

6%

International

Age Diversity

4%

Non-Traditional Age