Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
90.64%
SAT Average
1,061
ACT Range
19-26
Radford University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 90.64%. This means approximately 906 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,609 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
90.64%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,286 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $25,185 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,681 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,640 | State avg: $17,997. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 35.37% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 55.14% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Radford University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$25,185
Room and board
$11,973
Books and supplies
$1,260
Other expenses
$3,652
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,681
Average net price
$16,640
Average aid coverage
38%
$10,041 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Radford University pays approximately $16,640 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Virginia average of $17,997 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Radford University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Virginia and national averages.
Radford University net price
$16,640
Virginia average
$17,997
National average
$17,506
Radford University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $25,185 and average net price at $16,640. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$25,185
Current net price
$16,640
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
49.62%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,739
Undergraduates
5,609
10-Year Median Earnings - Radford University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Radford University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Radford University?
Undergraduates
5,609
Completion rate
49.62%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
35.37%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
55.14%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 35.37% of Radford University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 55.14% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Radford University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Radford University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Radford University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Radford University is listed at 801 East Main St., Radford, VA 24142. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Radford University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radford University | 90.64% | $25,185 | $16,640 | $53,739 |
| Washington and Lee University | 17.36% | $64,525 | $23,911 | $94,810 |
| Chamberlain University-Virginia | 100.00% | $20,462 | Not available | $92,405 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | 16.86% | $58,014 | $22,881 | $86,863 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 57.03% | $36,694 | $23,790 | $81,698 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radford University's acceptance rate?
Radford University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 90.64%.
How much is Radford University tuition?
Radford University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $25,185.
What is Radford University's average net price?
Radford University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,640.
What is Radford University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,739 for Radford University.
Is Radford University accredited?
Radford University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Radford University?
The local dataset lists 5,609 undergraduate students at Radford University.
What percentage of Radford University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Radford University in the local dataset is 35.37%.
What is the federal loan rate at Radford University?
The federal loan rate for Radford University in the local dataset is 55.14%.
Where should I verify Radford University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Radford University or the latest official federal education data.