Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $38,900
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $38,900
- Average Net Price
- $25,287
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 33.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $16,730
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $6,500
- Books & Supplies
- $1,500
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $57,130
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,130
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $277/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 71.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 59.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 33.4%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $17,331 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $19,245 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $22,356 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $28,544 |
| $110,001+ | $31,746 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than Rider's $57,130 sticker price. The average net cost drops to $25,287 after aid. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $17,331 annually, while those making over $110,000 pay $31,746. Over four years, that ranges from roughly $69,000 to $127,000 total.
Graduates carry a median debt of $26,130, translating to $277 monthly payments. With median earnings hitting $62,208 ten years out, loan payments consume about 5% of income. The 71% loan repayment rate suggests most handle their debt successfully. About 60% of students take federal loans, while 20% receive institutional grants averaging $26,336.
Lower-income students get the strongest deal here. The steep discounts for families under $48,000 make this private university competitive with public options, especially given Rider's small classes and strong alumni network in business and entertainment.
Graduates carry a median debt of $26,130, translating to $277 monthly payments. With median earnings hitting $62,208 ten years out, loan payments consume about 5% of income. The 71% loan repayment rate suggests most handle their debt successfully. About 60% of students take federal loans, while 20% receive institutional grants averaging $26,336.
Lower-income students get the strongest deal here. The steep discounts for families under $48,000 make this private university competitive with public options, especially given Rider's small classes and strong alumni network in business and entertainment.
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