At a glance
Average net price
$14,578
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
48.7%
Admission rate
90%
Undergrad size
6,038
In-state tuition
$12,548
Out-of-state tuition
$25,633
Cost of attendance
$28,405
Median earnings (10y)
$53,739
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,060
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 75.6%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (32%), humanities & arts (20%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM9%
- Health32%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts20%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services10%
- Health professions32.1%~1,941 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business12.3%~741 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~455 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.3%~442 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~411 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~344 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.6%~277 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~259 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication3.9%~237 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~232 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science3.3%~196 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education2.3%~138 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~103 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~80 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.2%~71 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.7%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 487 | $58,868 | $26,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 237 | $35,277 | $25,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 228 | $28,379 | $25,233 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 227 | $42,639 | $23,250 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 217 | $34,468 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 145 | $32,271 | $25,523 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 139 | $28,755 | $25,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 132 | $41,188 | $25,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 122 | $46,136 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 93 | $30,821 | $26,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 88 | $34,483 | $25,250 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 85 | $43,491 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 82 | $101,194 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 79 | $43,856 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 79 | $68,340 | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 77 | $24,593 | $26,135 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 76 | $39,726 | $25,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 72 | $40,357 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 71 | $58,548 | $26,000 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 70 | $30,562 | $26,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 69 | $23,964 | $26,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 69 | $48,523 | $30,625 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 68 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 60 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 58 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 57 | $56,758 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 56 | $47,821 | $25,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 52 | $33,128 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 49 | $46,756 | $24,250 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 47 | $52,589 | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 47 | $25,483 | $23,235 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 44 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 44 | $38,039 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 43 | $92,678 | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 40 | $40,417 | $35,384 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 40 | $25,381 | $20,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 36 | $28,956 | $27,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $21,500 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | $21,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Radford University
Radford University is a large institution located in Radford, Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,038 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Radford University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,578 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $12,548 for in-state students and $25,633 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $28,405 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 48.7%, a average completion outcome. 75.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,739 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Radford University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Radford University accepts 90% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,060. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Radford, Virginia (town), Radford University draws students from across Virginia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Radford University
Q.How much does Radford University cost?
The average net price at Radford University is $14,578 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $28,405.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Radford University?
Radford University has a 6-year graduation rate of 48.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Radford University?
Radford University admits 90% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Radford University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Radford University graduate earns $53,739 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Radford University?
Published tuition is $12,548 in-state and $25,633 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Radford University located?
Radford University is located in Radford, Virginia (ZIP 24142).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Radford University at their official website.