Institution Information

Radford University

(540) 831-5000
www.radford.edu
Additional information about Radford University:
Location:
801 East Main Street, Radford, Virginia 24141-0672
FICE Code:
003732
Carnegie Class:
Masters Colleges and Universities I
Highest Offering:
Doctoral
Affiliation/Control:
Public
Established:
Regional Accreditation:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Commission on Colleges
Calendar System:
Semester
Total Enrollment:
9573
Total Number of Faculty:
411
Total Number of Tenured Faculty:
241
Total Number of Faculty on Tenure Track:
106
Mission Statement:
Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic- cultural- human service- and research programs. First and foremost- the university emphasizes teaching and learning and the process of learning in its commitment to the development of mature- responsible- well-educated citizens. RU develops studentsâ_T creative and critical thinking skills- teaches students to analyze problems and implement solutions- helps students discover their leadership styles- and fosters their growth as leaders. Toward these ends- the university is student-focused and promotes a sense of caring and of meaningful interaction among all members of the University community. Research is viewed as a vital corollary to the teaching and learning transaction as it sustains and enhances the ability to teach effectively. Radford University believes in the dynamics of change and has a strong commitment to continuous review- evaluation- and improvement in the curriculum and all aspects of the University- so as to meet the changing needs of society.
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