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    Connect with the Financial Aid Office

    Radford University is committed to making higher education as affordable as possible for students and their families. In addition to need-based aid, Radford awards numerous academic scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

    The Financial Aid Office is here to assist you and your family in identifying and securing financial aid funds to attend Radford University. 
     

    Make an Appointment with the Financial Aid Team

    Click below for a one-on-one appointment with a member from the Financial Aid Office. 
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    Upcoming Events

    We are hosting a variety of events to offer you assistance as you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):

     

    Quick Links to Get Started


    Complete your Federal Taxes
    - Ensure your parents' or spouse's 2023 taxes are completed (if applicable)


    Create FSAID Username and Password (New Freshmen) -
     The FSA ID serves as your digital signature for the FAFSA and login information for Federal Student Aid websites. If you are a dependent student, your parents will need to create a FSA ID as well.


    Complete Your FAFSA -
     The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is how we determine need-based financial assistance, including grants, loans and work study programs. File yours today at studentaid.gov and list Radford University as a recipient using code 003732.

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    Search for Scholarships - In addition to merit-based scholarships awarded with your admission to Radford University, we encourage you to review and apply to the Foundation Scholarships available to you.

    Accept Your Financial Aid - Once you have a financial aid offer, you will need to accept any (or all) parts of your financial aid offer in order to have financial aid applied to your student bill. 


    Navigate Financial Aid Process - 
    Learn more about unfamiliar FAFSA terms, eligibility, verification and deadlines and important dates here

    Things to Know


    Has your family's financial situation changed since you filed the 2025-2026 FAFSA? 
    Learn more about the special circumstance process to see if an adjustment to your student aid index (SAI) is possible.


    Submit a FERPA!
    We encourage all students who will be enrolling at Radford University to complete and submit a FERPA.  This allows our team to talk with you and your family throughout the enrollment process!  Learn more at radford.edu/ferpa.