Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Social Science

Catalog Year 2025-2026

Based on VCCS Curriculum for SOCIAL SCIENCE

Transfer Guidance

Guaranteed Admission Agreement

• By meeting the following criteria, students who complete the prescribed curriculum and meet the criteria below are guaranteed admission into Radford University and directly into Social Science.

• Earn a transfer associate degree based on the Social Science Curriculum.

• Earn a minimum of 2.8 GPA for the associate degree.

• Good academic standing at current institution.

• Please visit the TransferVirginia.org portal to explore different majors (Transfer Tools) and Transfer Guides that outline course requirements for specific majors (Resource Center).

Important Links & Dates

• University Transfer Center: https://admissions.radford.edu/

• Admission Application: By March 1 for Priority Fall Admission and November 1 for Priority Spring Admission at https://www.radford.edu/admissions/apply/index.html

• Financial Aid: https://www.radford.edu/fin-aid

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: Priority deadline of March 1 at https://studentaid.gov/

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org.

• Select courses that transfer in as approved courses for the Social Science major – particularly POSC, ECON, and GEOG as not all courses transfer within the major.

• Connect with an advisor at your community college and at Radford University within your first year. College Connect available in your account at www.TransferVirginia.org.

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• The Social Science major at Radford University is specifically designed for students who wish to teach in public schools at the secondary education level, grades 6-12.

What Is The Impact On My Degree Of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Associate Transfer Degree Completion: The completion of the transfer-oriented degree program will satisfy the REAL Curriculum (lower division/general education) requirements. Students will need to complete all other University, college, and departmental requirements in order to obtain the baccalaureate degree from RU.

• Dual Enrollment – Completion of Associate Degree in HS: Students completing the associate degree in high school should apply using the freshman application. If admitted, the student will receive the benefits associated with the transferable associate degree (as noted prior).

• Credit for Prior Learning: AP, IB, and CLEP are evaluated for credits (based on receipt and evaluation of official scores).

• Catalog Year: Students will be subject to the catalog in effect at the time of enrollment at RU unless otherwise requested.

Is This College Right For Me?

• Main campus is located in the city of Radford and our Radford University Carilion campus is located in Roanoke. RU is well-known for strong faculty/student bonds, vibrant student life and a commitment to student support.

• Situated in the stunning landscape of southwest Virginia, there are plenty of nearby opportunities to explore the outdoors.

• With 70+ bachelor's degree programs across a variety of disciplines, the classes at Radford are hands-on and designed to help you prepare for your chosen career path.

• Transfer students have the option to live on-campus or off-campus within the local area.

• Over 80% of students receive some form of financial aid.

• 16 Division I teams and 200+ student organizations.

• Learn more about our college at www.TransferVirginia.org.

Did You Know That…

• Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?

• Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at Radford University?

What Can I Do With This Degree?

• Receive a licensure to teach grades 6-12. Explore the Social Science Program.

• Explore possible careers, salaries, and job outlook at www.TransferVirginia.org

Program Successes & Highlights

• Nearly 100% of graduates are employed within two months of degree completion.

• The state-approved Social Science program at Radford requires fewer credit hours than similar programs at other institutions.

• The program has a pathway to a master's degree in education.

What Are My Chances For Getting Accepted?

• Of students who apply, about 80% of the entering transfer class comes from the Virginia Community College System.

• Learn more about applying at www.TransferVirginia.org

Do More With Your Degree!

• Students can go on to graduate programs at the M.A. level in Education.

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

• All students must complete 120 total credit hours and all BA/BS major requirements.

• Students must earn an overall and major GPA of 2.75 to enter and complete the teacher licensure program.