Carson–Newman University is a private Baptist university in Jefferson City, Tennessee. Carson-Newman is affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention. Founded in 1851, the university enrolls about 2,500 students.[5] Studies are offered in approximately 90 different academic programs.

When you step foot on Carson-Newman's campus, you quickly discover why people say "You Gotta See This Place!" Nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, C-N has been providing a Christ-centered, liberal arts education for over 170 years. The University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, as well as associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. From faculty and staff who know you by name, to an environment that emphasizes the value of serving Christ and serving others, C-N has a lot to explore.