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4. Select the “Make Payment” link.5. Select the appropriate deposit option(s).You will be required to select the tuition and apartment/room deposits separately. Be sure to complete thetuition deposit before the apartment/room deposit, if applicable.When you are ready to confirm that you will be attending Radford University, you may let us know by payingyour deposit.NEW FRESHMEN: Freshmen students planning to start in the fall must submit a 400 deposit to the Officeof Admissions no later than May 1. Freshmen students planning to enroll for spring semester must submittheir deposit within 30 days of receiving their admissions decision. Of the 400 deposit, 200 is applied tothe fall tuition and fees charges and 200 is applied to the fall room and board charges. All new freshmen arerequired to live in the University residence halls unless they qualify for off-campus housing according to theBoarding Policy outlined in the Radford University catalog and student handbook.TRANSFER STUDENTS: Transfer students are required to pay a 200 tuition deposit. Only transferstudents wishing to apply for on-campus housing should pay the 200 housing deposit. Transfer studentsshould deposit within 30 days of receiving their admissions decision.6. Based on your selected payment method, enter the appropriate information and click “Continue.”How to PayThe easiest way to pay your deposit is online, through your MyRU portal, by using credit card or electroniccheck. If you prefer to pay your deposit with a paper check, you may mail it to the Office of Admissions usingthe address included below. Please be sure to include your student’s name and Radford University ID numbersomewhere on the check.Radford UniversityOffice of AdmissionsP.O. Box 6903Radford, VA 24142Step by step directions for paying your deposit online are included below:1. Log in to your MyRU portal at https://my.radford.edu.7. Confirm that your payment is correct and click “Confirm.”When your payment receipt appears, print the receipt for your records.8. Repeat the process to complete your room deposit if applicable.9. Start checking your radford.edu email account on a regular basis.Once your deposit is processed, you will begin to receive important information and updates to this emailaccount, including notification when registration for housing and Quest is available.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhy do I need to pay my deposit? Your deposit is your way of telling Radford University that you plan toattend. Your tuition deposit is put toward your first semester’s tuition charges and your housing deposit is put2. Select the “Finances” icon.toward your first semester’s room and board charges.Is my deposit refundable? If you can no longer attend Radford University after making your deposit, pleasesubmit a written request to the Office of Admissions by May 1 to have your deposit fully refunded. All transferdeposits and spring semester freshmen deposit refund requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis by theDean of Admissions.When should I deposit? You should deposit as soon as you know that you will definitely be attending RadfordUniversity. Depositing early means that you gain access to important enrollment steps earlier. Freshmen3. Go to the Student Accounts channelstudents starting in the fall should deposit no later than May 1 to ensure their spot in the freshman class.(located in the left column on the top)Transfer students starting in the fall and all students starting in the spring semester should deposit within 30and select “Pay by eCheck or Creditdays of their admissions decision.Card.”If you have additional questions about paying your deposit, please contact the Office of Admissions either byemail at admissions@radford.edu or by calling 540-831-5371.Make Your Depositstep 2 make your depositSTEP2

The Learning Communities at Radford University are designed to support and engage students through sharedexperiences both inside and outside the classroom. Students who are selected to live in one of our four learningstep 3Apply for housingAfter you have paid both your tuition and housing deposits, you’re ready to start your housing application andcontract.Please note: the housing application will open to incoming students for the fall semester on March 1. Students whohave paid both their tuition deposit and apartment/room deposit prior to March 1 will be notified by email when theapplication is available.If you would like to learn more about the residence halls at Radford University, room layouts, and themed housingopportunities, please visit the Residential Life website at www.radford.edu/res-life.To access and complete the housing application and contract, please follow the steps below:1. Gather the information and documents you will need to complete your application. Emergency contact information Medical conditions and prescribed medication list Roommate request information (if you’re requesting a roommate, you will need their name andRadford ID number)2. Log in to your MyRU portal at https://my.radford.edu.3. Select the “Housing” icon.4. Follow the application link to complete the New Freshman or Transfer housing application.When completing the application: Make sure to answer all of the questions and supply accurate information on the application. When your application and contract are complete, be sure to click the submit button. After completing the application, return to the checklist on your MyRU home page to confirm that yourapplication has been completed and submitted.Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I request a roommate?You can request a roommate on your application using their Radford ID number. Your roommate needs to complete ahousing application as well and list you (so make sure you provide them with your Radford ID number, too).What if I don’t have a roommate in mind?That’s okay, too! You may find that you meet a great match at an admitted student event in the spring, at which pointyou can update your housing application with your roommate request. If you do not request a roommate before July 1,we will match you with a roommate based on the answers you provide in your housing application.Can I edit my housing application once I have submitted it?Absolutely! Whether you just found the perfect roommate or you want to double check you’ve listed the correctmedications you’re prescribed, you can access and edit your application by repeating the steps listed on this page.When will I know what residence hall I have been assigned and who my roommate is?For the fall semester, housing and roommate assignments are released the first week of August by email to students.How do I request specific accommodations due to medical reasons?Newly admitted students seeking a medical housing accommodation should contact the Disability Resource Office at540-831-6350 to speak with a Disability Service Specialist. Students requesting specific accommodations for medicalreasons will need to submit their housing request and required documentation by June 30.If you have additional questions about housing, please contact the Residential Life Office either by email atres-life@radford.edu or by calling 540-831-5375.communities have the unique opportunity to deeply engage with faculty, academics, and peers with whom they sharesimilar interests. To help support the Learning Communities mission, students live in themed housing to help cultivateintellectual and social relationships through increased time together.Apply For HousingLearning communitiesSTEP3

We encourage you to review a more comprehensive schedule for each Quest option at www.radford.edu/nsp. When you havechosen a style of Quest, you can move forward with the registration process.either by email at nsp@radford.edu or by calling 540-831-5923.To register for Quest, Quest Express, or Transfer Quest, please follow the steps below:1. Log in to your MyRU portal at https://my.radford.edu.step 4 register for quest.Once you have paid your tuition deposit, you will be able to register for Quest, Radford University’s orientation program. Pleasenote that Quest registration will open to incoming new students for the fall semester on March 1. Students that have paid theirdeposit prior to March 1 will be notified by email when the application becomes available.The Office of New Student Programs is committed to doing everything possible to facilitate your adjustment to RadfordUniversity. Our summer orientation programs offer the first step along the road of transition, helping you to begin building anetwork of resources as you begin your Highlander journey. Family members who attend Quest with you will hear about waysthey can support you along the way.2. Select the “Orientation” icon. If you do not see the “Orientation” icon (and you have paid your deposit and activatedyour account), please send an email to orientation@radford.edu and include your Radford ID number.Radford University offers three types of summer orientation programs: Quest and Quest Express for new freshmen and TransferQuest for transfer students. While attendance at Quest is mandatory for all incoming students, we encourage you to pickthe type of Quest that best suits your needs. Please review a description of our Quest orientation programs below for helpdetermining which orientation style best suits your needs.QuestQuest is our traditional, comprehensive, one and one-half day orientation program for new freshmen and their families. Thisis the program we most often recommend for incoming freshman students. Quest provides an in-depth look at the studentexperience, including the opportunity for you to stay overnight in a residence hall. Ever since summer orientation programs wereinitiated at Radford University in 1979, this program has been the most popular choice. While a valuable experience for all newfreshmen, it is especially recommended for freshmen who are the first in their family to attend college.During Quest you will: Meet with academic advisors who will explain degree requirements and assist you with first-semester course selectionand registration. Hear from Radford University faculty about academic expectations and outside-the-classroom learning opportunities. Learn about on-campus living, clubs and organizations, financial aid, campus technology, expectations for the conduct ofHighlanders, and other aspects of the social and academic environment at Radford. Interact with other new students and current student leaders, called “Quest Assistants.”You will leave Quest as a full-fledged Highlander with your questions answered, your schedule of classes for fall semester andyour student ID in hand.2016 Quest sessions:June 16-17, June 27-28, June 30-July 1, and July 5-6Quest Express3. Follow the instructions at the top of each page and make sure to complete all required fields (indicated by a “*”). If youhave questions or problems, click the “Send A Message” button on the top of each page and someone will respondwithin 12 to 24 hours.Frequently Asked QuestionsI’ve already visited campus, do I need to sign up to attend Quest?Yes, Quest is required for all incoming students. In addition to campus welcome activities, you’ll also meet your advisor andregister for classes.When can I register for Quest?The reservation system opens March 1 and students are invited to make reservations shortly after they signify their intentionto attend Radford University by making their 400 deposit.Can parents stay overnight on campus during the traditional Quest session?Absolutely! There is a designated parent residence hall for the overnight portion of Quest available for a nominal fee. MoreQuest Express is a day-long freshman orientation program that was developed primarily for students and families who aredetails can be found on the New Student Programs website at www.radford.edu/nsp.familiar with the college experience in general or Radford University specifically. While the expected outcomes are the same asWhy is a cap placed on the number of students and parents who can attend Radford’s orientation programs?traditional Quest, the truncated time period limits the social aspects of the orientation experience and requires that informationReservations for Quest and Quest Express are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The numbers we can accommodatebe conveyed in less detail. The primary focus of Quest Express is academic advising and registration for fall classes.in each program are limited for two main reasons. First and foremost, we want to keep the size of advising groups small enoughTransfer Quest2016 Quest Express sessions:June 20, June 22, June 23Transfer Quest is a single-day program designed to help transfer students make a smooth and seamless transition to RadfordUniversity. The program provides students with the opportunity to meet key members of the campus community and receiveinformation about the Radford University academic and social experience. Faculty members from your department and ourprofessional advising staff will assist you in developing a fall semester course schedule .2016 Transfer Quest sessions:June 13, June 14, July 7, and July 8that all students who attend receive personalized attention. Second, Radford University’s orientation programs share thecampus with other summer programs and conferences. There is a limited amount of space in the auditoriums in which we willbe making presentations, in parking lots, in dining facilities, and in residence halls in the case of two-day Quest programs.If you have additional questions about Quest, please contact the Office of New Student Programs by email at nsp@radford.eduor by calling 540-831-5923.Register For QuestIf you have any questions about Quest or the registration process, you should contact the Office of New Student ProgramsSTEP4

4. review the financial aid requirements channel (located in the left column)You can monitor the status of requested documents using the Financial Aid Requirements information channel. If you haveis not marked as complete, make sure to submit the requested documentation as soon as possible.step 5monitor your financial aidFinancial aid is an integral part of the college enrollment process. Included below is basic information to help guide you through thefinancial aid process and how to review your financial aid award letter through your student account.For best financial aid consideration, please ensure your Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is submittedno later than February 15.Radford University’s school code for the FAFSA is 003732.If you would like to learn more about financial aid at Radford University, we encourage you to visit our Financial Aid website atwww.radford.edu/finaid.Applying for Financial Aid1. Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, at www.fafsa.gov.Radford University uses the information submitted on your FAFSA to determine eligibility for financial aid programs. You can complete the FAFSA starting January 2, 2016. You (and your parents) do not need to have filed taxes to complete theFrequently Asked QuestionsWhen should I expect to receive my financial aid package from Radford University?Typically, students with a completed FAFSA and no outstanding requests can expect their aid packages to be available in mid-March.You can view your financial aid package through your MyRU portal. Students submitting their FAFSA and any additional requesteddocuments after February 15 can expect their aid package in 4-6 weeks after all needed paperwork is received.Why does my family need to submit their tax return information for Financial Aid?The Financial Aid Office will send you a request to submit tax return documents if your FAFSA is selected for verification. Verificationis a program required by the Department of Education. If you are selected for verification, you must complete the process and submitthe required documentation before you will be eligible for aid.What is Entrance Counseling and why do I need to complete it?Entrance Counseling is required for all student Direct Loans as well as Perkins Loans, Nursing Loans, and State Student Loans. Thisrequirement is an educational introduction to the loan program designed to educate the student and the parent on the commitmentinvolved when borrowing money. It outlines the basics of when you will be able eligible to receive funds, whether or not the funds willremain deferred while the student is in school and what to expect when you begin repayment. Entrance Counseling and a completeMaster Promissory Note (see below) are requirements established by the Department of Education and are required by all first timeborrowers when they enroll at Radford University.What is a Master Promissory Note (MPN) and why do I need to complete it?The MPN is a promissory note that can be used to make one or more loans for one or more academic years (up to ten years). Thereare two types of MPNs in the Direct Loan Program: one for students and one for parents. When you sign the MPN you are agreeing torepay the U.S. Department of Education all loans made to you under the terms of MPN.FAFSA- you can use estimates from last year’s taxes. If you do use estimates, please be sure to go back and update themDo I need to accept all financial aid offered to me? And when do I need to decide that?once you have filed your taxes to ensure we receive the most up-to-date and accurate information.You do not need to accept all financial aid types offered to you. You should talk with your parent or the Financial Aid Office about what Students are encouraged to file their FAFSA as early as possible.grants, loans, and/or work study opportunities you’ve been offered and how those types of aid can help to offset out-of-pocket costs Radford University’s FAFSA priority file date is February 15. For your application to receive full consideration for aid, it mustof attendance. You can accept or decline any part of your award package. New freshmen starting in the fall have until May 1 to acceptbe finalized by February 15. While we will continue to review FAFSAs after this date, we will only be able to distribute need asor decline all financial aid awards; transfer students and freshmen starting in the spring have until 30 days after their award posts toit is available.accept or decline financial aid awards. Once you have completed your FAFSA, allow Radford University two weeks to receive and process it. Be sure to check theemail address you use on the FAFSA regularly. If we need any additional information in order to process your FAFSA, you willbe notified using the email address you entered on the FAFSA.If you have additional questions about financial aid, or if you’d like to speak with a financial aid counselor, please contact the FinancialAid Office either by email at finaid@radford.edu or by calling 540-831-5408.2. Monitor your financial aid applicationStudents and parents often think that submission of the FAFSA is all that is required to be eligible for financial aid. In some casesthis may be true, but for many families, additional information is needed. The Financial Aid Requirements Channel in your MyRUportal is an up-to-date place to check and see if additional documents are required for the FAFSA to be considered complete.To access this channel, first log in to your MyRU portal (https://my.radford.edu).Planning for FinancesWhile the financial aid process is one aspect of planning for college finances, you should also consider the additional costs associatedwith attending college. To help you better understand the cost of attending Radford University, we have included below briefdescriptions of direct costs and indirect costs:Direct costs are costs payable to Radford University. Students will receive a bill from Radford University’s Student AccountsOffice in July for direct costs. If you are interested in learning about monthly payment plan options, please visit the Student AccountsOffice website at www.radford.edu/student-accounts for deadlines and requirements. As an estimate of direct costs, you can use thecost of attendance for 2015-2016:ResidencyTuition & Fees*Room & Board*TotalIn-State 9,809 8,730 18,539Out-of-State 22,093 8,730 30,823* Tuition & Fee rates for the 2016-2017 academic year will be finalized in May 2016.Room & board rates will also be finalized in May 2016.Indirect costs are estimated costs that students should anticipate, but will not be billed for directly. The following are estimatedNext, select the “Finances” icon.indirect costs appli

transcript sent to the Office of Admissions prior to beginning enrollment at Radford University. Offers of admission for transfer students are contingent upon maintaining a 2.0 overall GPA on all college work. Disability Resource Office Radford University students seeking accommodations under the Americans with