Radford University

4-years Public College In Radford, VA

Radford University (referred to as Radford) is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Radford, VA. It is classified as Doctoral/Research University school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The 2023 tuition & fees at Radford University is $12,286 for Virginia residents and $25,185 for out-of-state students. The school has a total enrollment of 7,718 and student to faculty ratio is 8.33% (12 to 1).The highest degree offered at Radford University is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. It offers 1 Year Certificate, 2 Year Certificate, Associate, Master's, Post-Master Certificate, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional Practice), and Doctorate (Other) degrees and programs.
2023 Key Facts
Tuition & Fees$12,286 (Virginia Residents) $25,185 (out-of-state)
Acceptance Rate93.34%
Student Population7,718
Test Scores1,050 (SAT) 22 (ACT)
Graduation Rate53%
Student to Faculty Ratio12 to 1
Radford University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (1/1/1928 - Current).
2021-2022 Tuition & Fees
The undergraduate tuition & fees at Radford University is $12,286 for Virginia residents and $25,185 for out-of-state students for academic year 2021-2022. The graduate tuition & fees at Radford University is $13,342 for Virginia residents and $22,835 for out-of-state students for academic year 2021-2022. Radford University offers the alternative tuition plans. 89 students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $8,896 (exclude student loans).
Admission, Enrollment, and Graduation
The acceptance rate at Radford University is 93.34% and the admission yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 11.48%. The average SAT score is 1,050 and the average ACT score is 22. Radford University accepts dual credit, credit for life experiences, advanced placement(AP) credits. Total 7,718 students are attending at Radford University (6,008 undergraduate students). There are 507 full-time faculty (instructional/teaching staffs) and 249 part-time faculty working for Radford University. The students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%). The number of non-teaching staffs is 1,323 (full-time) and 381 (part-time). The graduation rate at Radford University is 53% and transfer-out rate is 32%. The retention rate is 68% at the school.
Special Learning Opportunities & On-Campus Services
Radford University offers the distance education programs that all courses for completing a degree program can be done through online exclusively for undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, the distance learning courses are offered for students who are not enrolled online exclusively. Radford University offers ROTC, study abroad, teacher certification program. On Radford University campus, academic/career services, employment services for students, placement services for completers are provided for their students.
Special Learning Opportunities & On-campus Services at Radford University
Distance Learning (Online Classes)
  • Graduate Level Courses & Programs
Special learning Opportunities
  • ROTC (Army)
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
On-Campus Student Services
  • Academic/career services
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services for completers
Radford University Mission Statement
Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service, and research programs. First and foremost, the university emphasizes teaching and learning and the process of learning in its commitment to the development of mature, responsible, well-educated citizens. Radford University develops students' creative and critical thinking skills, teaches students to analyze problems and implement solutions, helps students discover their leadership styles, and fosters their growth as leaders. Toward these ends, the university is student-focused and promotes a sense of caring and of meaningful interaction among all members of the University community. Research is viewed as a vital corollary to the teaching and learning transaction as it sustains and enhances the ability to teach effectively. Radford University believes in the dynamics of change and has a strong commitment to continuous review, evaluation, and improvement in the curriculum and all aspects of the University, so as to meet the changing needs of society.