Total enrollment remains strong with growth across key programs
Radford University continues to demonstrate strong momentum in student enrollment,
meeting and exceeding goals for the 2024–25 academic year.
Following last year’s record-breaking new student enrollment, Radford has sustained
that growth with gains across undergraduate and graduate programs. This fall, the
university enrolled 7,837 students, up from 7,812 last year. Undergraduate enrollment
increased by 1%, while new graduate enrollment rose by 8%.
This momentum reflects Radford’s commitment to access and affordability through initiatives
such as Direct Admissions and the Radford Tuition Promise, which simplify the college
enrollment process and make higher education more affordable for families.
“We are encouraged to see continued growth across both our undergraduate and graduate
programs,” said Dannette Gomez Beane, vice president for Enrollment Management and
Strategic Communications. “These results demonstrate the power of Radford’s transparent
admissions approach and our commitment to accessibility.”
Undergraduate enrollment at the main campus grew from 5,059 to 5,251 students. Graduate
enrollment in online programs such as educational leadership and social work reached
their highest levels since before the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the demand for
flexible, career-focused programs.
The College of Nursing welcomed its largest undergraduate class in history with 1,295
students, including 700 new students at the main campus, further strengthening Radford’s
role in meeting critical workforce needs across the commonwealth.
The Honors College also posted strong gains, growing more than 10% to 425 students,
up from 386 in fall 2024. New Honors enrollment increased 13% to 156 incoming students
for fall 2025, reflecting heightened interest in academically challenging, community-centered
experiences.
These outcomes affirm Radford University’s trajectory. Overall enrollment is steady,
growth is concentrated in fields with high demand and access continues to expand through
clear and affordable pathways. The university will continue to invest in student success
and in partnerships that prepare graduates to meet Virginia’s workforce needs and
to contribute to communities across the commonwealth and beyond.
