Is Radford University worth it?
Radford University is a public, four-year institution in Radford, Virginia (small town). It awarded 1,866 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, psychology and business administration and management.
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Federal context for Radford University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,002
Median earnings 4 years after
$57,832
Median earnings 10 years after
$53,739
Average net price
$14,578
Completion rate
49%
Completions (2024)
1,866
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
6,038
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $69,662 | $81,120 | 355 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $39,562 | $50,057 | 162 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,751 | $48,935 | 160 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $35,935 | $56,996 | 156 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $45,380 | $67,246 | 137 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $31,071 | $53,863 | 133 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $32,457 | $51,266 | 115 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $37,396 | $62,981 | 100 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $38,038 | $59,932 | 96 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | Bachelor's | $30,145 | $48,743 | 84 |
| Journalism | Bachelor's | $25,675 | $45,369 | 80 |
| Social Work | Master's | $49,870 | $61,332 | 77 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $66,857 | $87,740 | 72 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $23,308 | $40,679 | 66 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Master's | $107,982 | $121,569 | 65 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 259 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 102 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 99 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 79 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 77 |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | Master's | 62 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 50 |
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | Master's | 47 |
| Physician Associate/Assistant | Master's | 40 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 40 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 22% | 7,623 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 21% | 7,110 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 11% | 3,718 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 3,029 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 1,940 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 1,752 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,556 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,427 |
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Sources: federal figures for Radford University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Virginia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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