Do you need help paying for your Highlander education?
Radford University Foundation scholarships, also known as donor-funded scholarships, can help you pay for tuition, fees, room, board, books and other education-related expenses. More than $3 million is awarded annually to approximately 1,000 students!
The application portal will open on November 15, 2025. When the portal opens, you can apply by visiting https://radford.academicworks.com and using your OneCampus login credentials to sign in. The priority deadline is February 5, 2026.
What are donor-funded scholarships?
Unlike institutional scholarships, donor-funded scholarships are not funded by Radford University. They are privately funded, and most are created by individual donors. These individuals are often Radford University alumni, current/retired faculty or friends of the University. Most donor-funded scholarship funds are managed and invested by the Radford University Foundation so that the principal grows and Radford can continue to award year after year. There are also nonprofit foundations that provide funds for Radford University to award each year.
Donor-funded scholarships are competitive, and students need to reapply each year. Eligibility varies for each of these scholarships. Major, merit, financial need and leadership experience may be considered. Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), writing essays or including references may be required for some scholarships.
Institutional scholarships are funded by Radford University and are part of Radford’s annual budget. They are awarded by Admissions or Athletics to incoming students and athletes as part of Radford’s recruitment/retention initiatives. Students do not need to apply. Examples of institutional scholarships include Highlander of Distinction, Transfer Excellence and Phi Theta Kappa.
If you have any questions, please contact Cherie Durbin, Foundation Scholarship Coordinator, at cdurbin2@radford.edu.
