Apartments For Rent Near Radford University

One of the South's top-ranking universities, Radford University provides a variety of well-recognized academic programs. Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains along a bend in the New River, RU is a public university situated on 204 acres. With over 67 degree programs, 22 master's programs, and three doctoral programs, RU offers smaller class sizes with a student-faculty ratio of 17 to one. The Radford Highlanders participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Big South Conference. The Highlanders have 16 varsity teams that include basketball, baseball, and soccer. Being so close to the river and mountains, students enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, swimming, bicycling, kayaking, and fishing. RU is close to downtown Radford's wide variety of shops and restaurants. The Glencoe Museum, a Victorian house built in 1870, is also located nearby. RU is located near the intersection of East Main Street and Tyler Avenue. For those who want to take public transportation, several bus stops are located along Tyler Avenue.