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Radford University - SAT Scores, Costs and Admissions Data

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Radford University Description:

Established in 1910, Radford University is a public university whose attractive red-brick Georgian-style campus is located in Radford, Virginia, a town situated southwest of Roanoke along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Students come from 41 states and 50 countries. Radford has an 18 to 1 student / faculty ratio, and the average freshman class size is 30 students. Professional fields such as business, education, communications and nursing are among the most popular with undergraduates. Radford has an active Greek community with 28 fraternities and sororities. In athletics, the Radford Highlanders compete in the NCAA Division I Big South Conference. Students compete in 17 varsity sports.

Admissions Data (2011):

Enrollment (2010):

  • Total Enrollment: 9,007 (7,950 undergraduates)
  • Gender Breakdown: 43% Male / 57% Female
  • 96% Full-time

Costs (2011 - 12):

  • Tuition and Fees: $8,320 (in-state); $19,478 (out-of-state)
  • Books: $1,100 (why so much?)
  • Room and Board: $7,589
  • Other Expenses: $2,900
  • Total Cost: $19,909 (in-state); $31,067

Radford University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):

  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 61%
  • Radford University Scholarships (Cappex.com)
  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
    • Grants: 34%
    • Loans: 51%
  • Average Amount of Aid
    • Grants: $8,825
    • Loans: $6,022

Most Popular Majors:

Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Interdisciplinary Studies, Journalism, Nursing, Physical Education Teaching, Psychology

Retention and Graduation Rates:

  • First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 76%
  • 4-Year Graduation Rate: 39%
  • 6-Year Graduation Rate: 57%

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

Radford University Mission Statement:

mission statement from http://www.radford.edu/content/radfordcore/home/about.html

"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."

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