College is an exciting time for both students and their families. Because families play a crucial role in the college experience, we urge parents and families to remain informed and connected.
You can help your student make a college decision, ease their transition to campus life, or stay connected while they are here:
Parents of Prospective Students
- Visit the online Parents Guide.
- Discover the wide variety of academic offerings and learn more about student life.
- Visit campus or attend an admissions event.
- Help your student apply online.
- Learn more about paying for college.
- Discover what it is like to live on campus.
- Check out the latest News and Events.
Parents of Current Students
- Learn more about paying for college.
- Purchase a meal plan for your student.
- Make a tuition payment.
- Make an RU Express Quick Deposit.
- Attend an RU Athletics event.
- Find out about computer recommendations.
- Join the Radford University Family Association.
- Sign up for RU Alerts.
- Visit campus.
- Check out the latest News and Events.
- View the Academic Calendar.
- Check out the Student Activities Calendar.
- Find ways to connect through the Social Media Directory.


