• Number of freshman applicants: 7,819
• Number of freshmen offered admission: 5,768
• Number of freshmen enrolled: 1,875
  
  Middle 50% range:

       GPA: 2.84 - 3.41

      SAT: 930 - 1090

      ACT: 19-23

• Top States Outside Virginia by Number of Matriculants (Fall 2008):

Maryland, New Jersey, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Connecticut, New York, Tennessee and Texas

• Most popular majors at RU:

Business; Nursing; Education; Exercise, Sport & Health Education; Biology; Psychology; Criminal Justice; Computer Science & Technology; Media Studies

• Unique programs offered at RU:

Music Therapy; Fashion Design/Merchandising; Interior Design; Communication Sciences and Disorders; Recreation, Parks, and Tourism; Exercise, Sport, and Health Education

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The Freshman Application Process - New Applicants

1. You can apply on-line or complete and submit a paper application. You may request a paper application by e-mail or download and print an application from our website. Each requires
2. Submit an official transcript of high school work completed with your application.
3. Send your Scholastic Assessment Test I (SAT I) or American College Testing Program (ACT) results to the RU Office of Admissions, Box 6903, Radford, VA 24142. We recommend that this test be taken no later than December of your senior year. Results from either SAT I or ACT are required of all freshman applicants for admission to Radford.

The Freshman Application Process - Previous Applicants

1. Students who have submitted an application to RU within the past three years must complete and submit a reactivation form to be reconsidered for admission.
2. Submit any additional transcripts of work completed since submission of the original application.

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The Selection Process

Deadlines -- Applications are received on a rolling basis with two primary deadlines for completion (December 1 and February 1).  Notification dates will depend upon the date the application becomes complete in the Admissions Office. Students who wish to compete for RU merit scholarships must submit a complete application by January 15th. Applicants who apply by the Early Action date of December 1st will be notified of the admissions decision by January 15 and those who apply by the Regular Decision date of February 1 will be notified by April 1. Students who do not meet the February 1st date may still apply to the University until April 1st. However, these applications will be considered if space is available and decisions will be mailed on a rolling notification basis.

Decision Factors -- While admission to Radford is selective, decisions are based on a number of factors. The committee is interested in what makes you you -- the unique combination of skills, interests and motivation that will enable you to be successful at Radford and in the world beyond. Please feel free to include personal comments and recommendations. Students are selected on the basis of:

• High school record (including course of study, grade point average and class rank)
• Results of the SAT I or ACT
• Involvement in extracurricular and community activities

Recommended High School Courses -- As an incoming freshman, you should have completed a broad selection of coursework in high school. Most successful applicants have taken:

• 4 units of English
• 4 units of college preparatory math
• 4 units of laboratory sciences
• 4 units in social studies
• 3-4 units in foreign language

Virginia residents are encouraged to complete the Advanced Studies Diploma. Pre-nursing students are strongly advised to complete units in biology and chemistry. If you are enrolled in Advanced Placement courses, plan to take the AP test in May of your senior year. RU uses the College Board Advanced Placement Tests, the International Baccalaureate Examinations and the College Level Examination Program to award graduation credits. 

Important Note Regarding Math --  Beginning with students applying as freshmen for the fall of 2003, Radford University requires a minimum of three years of college preparatory math. These courses must include Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2.

Tips for Applying

1. You can apply online or by submitting a paper application. It may be typed or handwritten, but make sure it is neat and legible.
2. Ask your guidance counselor to help you put together an application package that includes the application and fee, transcripts and test scores.
3. Apply early. You’ll find out sooner whether you’ve been accepted and more scholarships will be available.