School Information

30.9
Total Cost $17,874
Total Enrollment 8,878
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 18 : 1

Radford University

http://www.radford.edu
801 East Main Street, Radford, Virginia 24141-0672
(540) 831-5000

Radford University is student centered and focused on providing outstanding academic programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful campus, RU offers many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. Nestled in the New River Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, RU welcomes students from across the country and around the world. Here, you will find inspiration in the surroundings -- the manicured green lawns on campus, the steady roll of the New River, the wonders along the Blue Ridge ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Radford University, 63.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 32.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $7,034), and 49% receive loans ($6,233 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,970. Off campus it is around $6,872.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Radford University is $8,996 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Radford University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $6,904
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $16,568
Tuition Graduate in State $5,086
Tuition Graduate Out of State $12,608
Living Costs
Radford University Total Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $17,874
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $27,538
Total Expense In State Off Campus $19,276
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $15,404
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $28,940
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $25,068
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 6,166 people applied to Radford University. Of the applicants, 71.0% were admitted (67.0% male & 74.0% female ) and 33.0% accepted (36.0% male and 31.0% female)

Of the 7,773 undergraduate students at Radford University, 4.0% are part-time. A majority (93.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 56.0% of the 1,105 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     92.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     78.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     36.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     56.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     57.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline Feb 1
Admissions Office Phone 540-831-5371
Admissions Office Email admissions@radford.edu
Admissions Office Address 115 PO Box 6903 Radford, VA 24142
Admissions Transfer URL http://admissions.asp.radford.edu/profiles/transfer.aspx
Admissions Website http://www.radford.edu/content/radfordcore/home/admissions.html (find financial aid info here)
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Radford University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 460
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 550
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 460
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 550
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 19
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
 
Radford University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 3
Regional Studies (US, Canadian, Foreign) 3
Biological and biomedical sciences 50
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 50
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 308 44
Accounting 36
Business Administration and Management, General 150 44
Finance, General 36
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 86
Communication, journalism, and related programs 180 10
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 86 10
Journalism 94
Computer and information sciences and support services 1 59
Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
Computer Science 36
Information Science/Studies 23
Education 9 127 182
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 53
Education, General 34
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism 9
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 43
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 127
Reading Teacher Education 27
Special Education and Teaching, General 25
English language and literature/letters 40 20
English Language and Literature, General 40 20
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 17
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 17
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 6
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 6
Health professions and related clinical sciences 5 130 38
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing 4
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 27
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 5
Communication Disorders, General 29
Nursing, Other 1 11
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 96
History 27
History, General 27
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 2
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 2
Mathematics and statistics 10
Mathematics, General 10
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 203
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 203
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 51
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies 51
Philosophy and religious studies 11
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other 11
Physical sciences 34
Chemistry, General 12
Geology/Earth Science, General 15
Physics, General 7
Psychology 6 95 34
Psychology, General 95 34
School Psychology 6
Public administration and social service professions 34 59
Social Work 34 59
Security and protective services 116 19
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 116 19
Social sciences 104
Anthropology 8
Economics, General 18
Geography 9
Political Science and Government, General 26
Social Sciences, General 28
Sociology 15
Visual and performing arts 158 11
Art/Art Studies, General 53 6
Dance, General 18
Design and Visual Communications, General 61
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 12
Music, General 14 5
 
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