Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Radford, Virginia |
| Online | radford.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 11,291 prospective students applied, and 10,762 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,292 enrolled in the school. 6,746 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,252 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $7,922 plus fees of $3,620. RU is ranked 577 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
RU is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Radford University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#577 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#193 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#11 in Best Public Colleges in Virginia
#46 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1150 |
| ACT | 19/23 |
| GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,260 |
| Other Fees | $3,620 |
| Room and Board | $10,330 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,050 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,182 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,260 |
| Other Fees | $3,620 |
| Room and Board | $10,330 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,050 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,817 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
| Communication | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=233277 IPEDS survey data for Radford University.
Current students may use the Radford University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.