Overview
Rider University is a accessible private four-year institution in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. The school accepts 84.1% of applicants and enrolls 3,192 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 84.1%
- Average SAT
- 1,200
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,100–1,300
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 25
- Total Enrollment
- 3,192
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
Rider University accepts applications through the Common Application with a rolling admissions policy, meaning you can apply anytime and receive decisions within weeks. Submit your application, high school transcripts, and one letter of recommendation. SAT or ACT scores are optional for most programs.
The Westminster Choir College, part of Rider's Princeton campus, requires auditions for music programs and has earlier deadlines than the main campus. Business programs like accounting and entrepreneurship remain popular but not difficult to enter. Education majors need to complete additional requirements including background checks before student teaching.
You must submit your enrollment deposit and housing application by May 1 to secure your spot and residence hall preference. Rider guarantees housing for all four years if you meet deadlines. The campus sits on 280 acres in Lawrenceville, about 10 minutes from Princeton and an hour from both New York City and Philadelphia.
New students attend a two-day orientation program called Bronc Days in late June or July. During orientation, you'll register for fall classes with your academic advisor. Transfer students have separate orientation sessions in August.
The university operates on a semester system starting in late August. Rider offers over 100 undergraduate programs across four colleges, with the largest being business administration and management. Study abroad programs include semester exchanges in London, Australia, and several European countries.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $25,287/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $38,900
- Students Receiving Aid
- 33%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 63.3%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $62,208/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 81.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Rider University require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Rider University is test-optional, meaning you can apply without submitting SAT or ACT scores. You may still submit test scores if you believe they strengthen your application.
What is the application deadline for Rider University?
Rider University has rolling admissions with priority deadlines of January 15 for fall admission and December 1 for spring admission. Applications are reviewed as they are received.
Does Rider University offer early decision or early action?
Rider University offers early action with a November 15 deadline. Early action is non-binding and gives you an admission decision by December 15.
How many credits can transfer students bring to Rider University?
Transfer students can bring up to 90 credits to Rider University. Students must complete at least 30 credits at Rider to earn their degree.