Rider named a College of Distinction for seventh consecutive year

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For the seventh consecutive year, Rider University has been honored by Colleges of Distinction, a prominent guide for college-bound students, for its dedication to the undergraduate experience and student-first philosophy. 

In addition to being named to the national list, the University was recognized in New Jersey and as a top private college. Further, Rider was awarded in six other categories: business, education, career development, equity and inclusion, international student support and military support.

“Rider’s students have incredible initiative, and we do our best to provide them with all the supports they will need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom,” says Dr. Kelly Bidle, provost and senior vice president of Academic Affairs. “We are honored to continue to be recognized for this commitment.” 

This recognition signifies a school’s adherence to what Colleges of Distinction calls its Four Distinctions: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant community and successful outcomes. Colleges of Distinction conducts in-depth research and direct interviews with each institution, selecting only those whose campuses reflect these ideals. From undergraduate research and collaborative coursework to immersive service-learning and mentored internships, Rider University’s students are active participants in their own education.

“Today’s students are navigating a college landscape shaped by rising costs, rapid technological change and real uncertainty about the future of work,” says Tyson Schritter, chief operating officer at Colleges of Distinction. “What they need from higher education isn’t just a credential, but preparation for the world ahead. Rider University delivers that through the kind of intentional, high-impact education that equips students for whatever comes next.”

Rider is regularly ranked highly by the most prestigious publications for academic excellence, including the Princeton Review.