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Radford University was established in 1910 in an effort to increase the number of teachers in Virginia
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Information Summary
| Overall Score (about) | 82.5 |
| Total Cost On-Campus Attendance | $24,088 |
| Admission Success rate | N/A |
| SAT 75%ile scores | 1080 |
| Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty | 17 : 1 |
| Retention (full-time / part-time) | 71% / 33% |
| Enrollment Total (all students) | 9,335 |
Admissions
Prospective students can apply at Radford University online or by submitting a paper application after paying a nominal application fee. Early admission applications are requested in December from freshmen students although the university offers both spring and fall sessions.
Freshmen and home schooling students must submit high school or GED transcripts with the application form. SAT I or ACT scores are required. SAT II scores are also mandatory for home schooled students.
International students are required to submit TOEFL scores and must have a minimum score of 440 in the verbal section of SAT I. They are also required to provide an I 20 visa. The university also accepts international transfer students.
The MBA program at the College of Business and Economics also requires GMAT scores while GRE or MAT scores are required for courses offered by the College of Graduate and Professional studies. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended for all graduate courses.
Nursing and healthcare programs at the Waldron College of Health and Human Services also have different admission requirements which can be read on the college website.
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Financial Aid
Only two merit based scholarships are awarded by the university – the Robert C. Byrd Scholarship, and the Radford University Foundation Scholarships. Instead, students are encouraged to apply for federal and state funded grants and scholarship programs through the FAFSA.
Support is available in the form of a Financial Aid Help Center, which will answer student questions and help them with loan assistance, writing federal scholarship applications and finding financial assistance through employment opportunities within the college and outside. The Help Center also helps students find scholarships and financial aids provided by local and national bodies such as the Gates Millennium Scholarship, the Lee-Jackson Scholarship Program, and the John Gayles Education Awards.
The student employment scholarships are the most sought after since they combine essential work experience with much needed financial assistance.
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Students
Radford University was among the first public universities in Virginia to provide free wireless internet in the campus. More than 80% of its students live on campus in the fifteen residence halls. All residence halls have Resident Assistants (RA) to help fellow residents with administrative needs and resources. Residence hall configurations range from suite style apartments to coeducational living.
The Dalton and Muse Halls serve as traditional dining halls but the campus is replete with dining choices like Ben & Jerry
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Athletics
Athletic teams at the university are known as the Highlanders. The university is home to some of the best athletic facilities in the mid Atlantic region such as those at the Dedmon Center. The Center features a 5000 square feet weight room, a 1/6 mile jogging track, a 3200 seat basketball arena and a 1000 seat volleyball arena. Adjoining the Dedmon Center are the university
Alumni
- Nelson Harris; Roanoke mayor from 2004 to 2008.
- Randal J. Kirk; among the richest residents of Virginia, Randal J. Kirk completed his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Radford University in 1976. He owns New River Pharmaceuticals and has a net worth of $1.5 billion.
- Martin Christopher Sayer; completed both graduate studies and his MBA at the Radford University. While studying at the university, he competed in NCAA tournaments and is now officially a member of the Hong Kong Davis Cup team.
Bibliography
Radford University. Radford University. Web. 17 May 2011
Visit Radford. Visit Radford. Web. 17 May 2011
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