All prospective students, current students and alumni are welcome to follow Radford University's College of Graduate Studies and Research. The Graduate College maintains three doctoral programs, 22 master's degree programs in 17 disciplines, 11 post-baccalaureate certificate programs, and one post-master's certificate program. Radford University is student-focused and promotes meaningful interaction among all members of the university community. Research is a vital corollary to the teaching and learning transaction as it sustains and enhances the ability to teach effectively. Radford University believes in the dynamics of change and has a strong commitment to continuous review, evaluation, and improvement in the curriculum and all aspects of the university, so as to meet the changing needs of society. All graduate programs are structured in a way that enables students to achieve their degrees and certificates in a timely and efficient manner whether it's in class or online. Radford University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctorate degrees.