Phi Theta Kappa Connect - Direct Admission to Radford University

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Student Information

First Name

Would you like to share a different first name that you go by?

Yes

Preferred First Name

Middle Name

Last Name (Family/Surname)

Birthdate

Contact Information

Phone

Preferred Phone

Daytime Phone

Evening Phone

Mobile Phone

Daytime

Evening

Mobile

Alternate phone

Daytime Phone

Evening Phone

Mobile Phone

Daytime

Evening

Mobile

Do you give Radford University permission to send you important updates regarding your application, upcoming visit(s), and/or other important information via text messaging? (Standard message charges apply.)

Yes

Email

Please be sure to provide an e-mail that you will be able to access after you complete your studies at your current school. Many school-associated e-mail accounts only provide students with access while they are a student at that high school or college institution.

Email Address

Mailing Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Permanent Address

Same as Mailing Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Citizenship

Primary Citizenship

Dual Citizenship (if applicable)

Are you a U.S. Permanent Resident?

Yes

Are you currently studying in the United States?

Yes

Please type your full name as shown on your passport.

Do you currently hold a U.S. Visa?

Yes

If yes, please select your current visa.

If other, please type your current visa.

Country of Birth

City of Birth

Social Security Number

Privacy Protection Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Upon receiving the secure transmission of your Social Security Number, it is immediately encrypted. Only the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number are available in plaintext for identification and account matching purposes. Your Social Security Number is available for decryption only by those officials who oversee automated loading of personal information into student information systems, and only for that limited purpose. Our databases are actively monitored and are firewalled to ensure the protection of your personal information, and we employ all industry-standard safeguards.

Demographics

Legal Sex

Would you like to provide information about your gender identity?

Yes

Gender Identity

Female

Male

Nonbinary

Add another gender

My gender is:

Preferred Pronouns

Ey/Eir/Eirs

He/Him/His

She/Her/Hers

They/Them/Theirs

Ze/Hir/Hirs

Ze/Zem/Zirs

A Guide to Pronouns

he - his - him: He went to the store to buy himself a hat. I saw him wearing his hat today.

she - her - her: She went to the store to buy herself a hat. I saw her wearing her hat today.

ze - hir – hir: Ze went to the store to buy hirself a hat. I saw hir wearing hir hat today.

ze - zem – zir: Ze went to the store to buy zirself a hat. I saw zem wearing zir hat today.

they – their – them: They went to the store to buy themselves a hat. I saw them wearing their hat today.

ey - eir - emr: Ey went to the store to buy emself a hat. I saw em wearing eir hat today.

For more information, please visit the Connected Communities.

Race/Ethnicity

Colleges and universities are asked by many groups, including the federal government and/or accrediting associations to describe the ethnic/racial backgrounds of their students and employees. In order to respond to these requests, we ask you to answer the following two questions. View Definitions

Definitions

White: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, Middle East, or North Africa.

Black or African American: A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa.

Hispanic or Latino: A person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race.

Asian: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southest Asia, or the Indian subcontinent including, for example, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippine Islands, Thailand, and Vietnam.

American Indian or Alaska Native: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South America (including Central America), who maintains cultural identification though tribal affiliation or community attachment.

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands.

Are you Hispanic or Latino?

Yes

Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please check one or more of the following groups in which you consider yourself to be a member:

Race

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander

White, Caucasian

Race and Ethnicity Unknown

Refused to Disclose

Program Information

Select the student type that represents you:

Transfer: If you have attended a college/university and received college credit AFTER completion of your high school/secondary education, you should select Transfer as your Student Type. If you believe previous college credit will not transfer to Radford University but still attempted or completed college credit post-high school, you are still considered a transfer student.

International Transfer: If you are not a US Citizen and seeking a student F1 visa, please select International Freshman or International Transfer as your Student Type.

Please indicate your application type.

Transfer

International Transfer

Location

Main Campus (Radford, VA)

Radford University Carilion (Roanoke, VA)

Application Year:

2026 UG

Entry Term:

Fall 2026 (Classes begin August 2026)

Submitted Flag [HIDDEN]

Always Create Round [hidden]

Intended Major

Students who live with family within 60 miles of campus may request a campus housing exemption. Please contact the Office of Admissions with any questions regarding a housing exemption.

What are your housing plans?

On-Campus (residence halls)

Off-Campus

In addition to the specific major selected, indicate if you are interested in a pre-professional program. Select all that apply.

Pre-Dentistry

Pre-Law

Pre-Medicine

Pre-Occupational Therapy

Pre-Optometry

Pre-Pharmacy

Pre-Physical Therapy

Pre-Physician Assistant

Pre-Veterinary

In addition to the specific major selected, indicate if you are interested in being considered for an accelerated Bachelor's/Master's program:

Data and Information Management

Master of Business Administration

Strategic Communication

What performing arts have you participated in during your high school career? Select all that apply.

Band

Chorus

Guitar

Jazz Band

Orchestra

Piano

Theatre

What activities at Radford University interest you? Select all that apply.

Career and Professional Development

Community Service

Cultural, Identity, and Support Clubs

Esports

Faith-Based Organizations

Fine and Performing Arts Clubs

Greek Life Organizations

Highlander Student Media

Honors Societies

Instrumental Music

On-Campus Living

Outdoor Recreation

Research

Service and Social Action Clubs

Sports (Intramural or Club)

Student Government

Vocal Music

Will you be submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

Yes

Academic Information

All students must provide:

A transcript from the most recently attended high school or home school is required. (If you have received a GED or other high school equivalency, send official documentation.)

Official college transcripts if you have attended a college or university and earned credit which does not appear on your high school transcript.

Please list all institutions attended post-high school, regardless of whether credit was earned.

Tips for adding your Homeschool - List your home school association or other official home school if a College Board code is available. If not, please use the Homeschool Clearinghouse as your official home school or type 97000.

International students must:

Submit both the official transcript from all schools attended and an official translation into English.

Name of recently attended high school or home school.

CEEB Code for Current School

Attended From

Attended To

Please use the space below to explain any gaps in education (both high school and college). You can also use this space to provide any changes in academic performance.

Family Information

Parent/Legal Guardian 1

Relationship Type

Is this relationship deceased?

Yes

Prefix

Parent/Legal Guardian First Name

Parent/Legal Guardian Middle Initial

Parent/Legal Guardian Last Name

Suffix

Has your parent/legal guardian 1 ever served in the U.S. military?

Yes

Which of the following best describes your spouse, parent, or legal guardian's current U.S. military status?

Active Duty

Dependent of Military/Veteran

National Guard

Reserves

Transitioning to Civilian Status

Veteran/Retired

Phone

Do you reside with this parent/legal guardian?

Yes

Please provide the mailing address of this parent/legal guardian.

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Academic Information

Did your parent/legal guardian graduate from any trade school, two- or four-year college or university, or graduate institution?

Yes

Did your parent/legal guardian graduate from Radford University or Jefferson College of Health Sciences?

Yes

Please provide the year your parent graduated from Radford University or Jefferson College of Health Sciences.

Parent/Legal Guardian 2

Would you like to provide information for a second parent/legal guardian?

Yes

Relationship Type

Is this relationship deceased?

Yes

Prefix

Parent/Legal Guardian First Name

Parent/Legal Guardian Middle Initial

Parent/Legal Guardian Last Name

Suffix

Has your parent/legal guardian 1 ever served in the U.S. military?

Yes

Which of the following best describes your spouse, parent, or legal guardian's current U.S. military status?

Active Duty

Dependent of Military/Veteran

National Guard

Reserves

Transitioning to Civilian Status

Veteran/Retired

Phone

Do you reside with this parent/legal guardian?

Yes

Please provide the mailing address of this parent/legal guardian.

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Academic Information

Did your parent/legal guardian graduate from any trade school, two- or four-year college or university, or graduate institution?

Yes

Did your parent/legal guardian graduate from Radford University or Jefferson College of Health Sciences?

Yes

Please provide the year your parent graduated from Radford University or Jefferson College of Health Sciences.

Virginia In-State Residency

Complete this section if you are claiming entitlement to Virginia in-state tuition rates pursuant to section 23.1-510, Code of Virginia. All questions must be answered. Failure to complete this form will result in a classification of non-Virginia domicile. If we are unable to make a clear determination about your eligibility then we will request additional documentation to support your request.

Do you currently live/reside in Virginia?

Yes

How long have you lived in Virginia?

less than 1 year

1-2 years

2-5 years

6-10 years

more than 10 years

Honor Pledge

Radford University operates under an Honor System that provides the foundation for a college community in which freedom, trust and respect can prevail. Upon accepting admission to Radford University, you would agree to make a commitment to support and uphold the Honor System without compromise or exception. For more information, please review the Standards of Student Conduct.

I acknowledge my responsibility for knowledge of and compliance with all conditions set forth in the Standards of Student Conduct, including, but not limited to, any agreements referring to responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
I have read and understand the Honor Pledge statement of Radford University. If offered admission, I agree to abide by the Honor Pledge and the rules and regulations of the University as stated in the Standards of Student Conduct.

Do you acknowledge and understand Radford University's Honor Pledge?

I acknowledge and understand the Honor Pledge.

Admission Policy

Radford University does not discriminate in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. Inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Office at 540-831-5421 or 540-831-5128 TTY.

Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security (Clery Act)

The University is committed to assisting all members of the Radford University community in providing for their own safety and security. Information regarding campus security and personal safety, including topics such as alerts, crime prevention and crime statistics for the most recent three-year period, can be found at radford.edu/police.

Academic Disciplinary Section

Have you ever been suspended, expelled, dismissed or subject to disciplinary action from any school?

Yes

Please explain further. This statement will give us an opportunity to better understand the circumstances regarding the events or actions that occurred.

Certification of Authenticity

I certify that the information provided regarding my residency status is complete and correct. I understand that if I provide fraudulent information, I may be subject to repayment of tuition or dismissal. I agree to provide Radford University with supporting documentation related to my application if I am requested to do so.
I certify that the information on this application is complete and correct, and I understand that the submission of false information is grounds for denial of my application, withdrawal of any offer or acceptance, cancellation of enrollment or any appropriate disciplinary action.
I authorize Radford University to verify the information I have provided with all the schools I have attended.
I give the appropriate school(s), if any, permission to send my official transcript(s) directly to Radford University.
I agree to notify the Office of Admissions of any changes in the information provided.
I understand I need to submit my high school transcripts to the Office of Admissions by November 15 in order to receive an official offer letter and merit-based scholarship consideration.

Certification

I certify that all of the information provided on this application is complete and correct.

Signature

In place of your signature, please type your full legal name.