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Rider University
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  • 4 Year
  • LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ

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9.21.2023

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Report Card

grade B
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B
  2. Value
    grade B
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade C
  5. Athletics
    grade B+
  6. Party Scene
    grade B minus
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade B
  9. Dorms
    grade C minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade B minus
  11. Student Life
    grade B
  12. Safety
    grade B

About

2083 LAWRENCE ROAD
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
From Rider University

At Rider University, we engage, inspire and challenge you to be your unstoppable self.

Through strong academic programs, structured career guidance and personal support, robust experiential learning experiences, and more — we give you the freedom to pursue your passions, but our connected community is built upon thriving together and knowing that you don’t have to go it alone. We believe your future is wide open and we’re here to empower you to reach your full potential.

Let Rider University help you shape your future.

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Rider University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
82%
SAT Range
1050-1270
ACT Range
28-31
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$23,781 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$34,727 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
11:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
73%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 63 responses
71%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 76 responses
57%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 76 responses

Majors

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
7
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
1
Online Bachelor's Programs
6
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    56%
  • On Campus
    42%
  • Online
    2%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,016 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
216
Undergrads Over 25
7%
Pell Grant
39%
Varsity Athletes
13%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 53 responses
  • Busy
    43%
  • Average
    25%
  • Happy
    13%
  • Fake
    9%
  • Outgoing
    6%
  • Low intellectual level, boring
    2%
  • Stressed
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
51%
Poll
46%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 101 responses
Poll
50%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 108 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 56 responses
  • Small
    30%
  • Community, Diverse, Personalized
    20%
  • Diverse
    20%
  • Focused
    13%
  • Community
    9%
  • Home away from home
    5%
  • Accepting
    2%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$50,600 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
61%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
85%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 40 responses

Rider University Reviews

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