Radford University
Radford, Virginia · Public
Radford University admitted 89% of 9,169 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 950–1140 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 50% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Radford University
Enter a score to see whether Radford University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (89%) alone.
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Application deadlines
Radford University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application is free, and Radford University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Radford University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Radford University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Radford University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
Not considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.52 GPA. 13% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $29,171 in-state and $42,070 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $18,282 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Radford University’s acceptance rate?
Radford University admitted 89% of applicants: 8,196 of 9,169 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Radford University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Radford University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 950 to 1140, with a median around 1040. A score at or above 1040 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Radford University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27, and Radford University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Radford University have supplemental essays?
No. Radford University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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