First Year Programs

Welcome to First Year Programs!

We are the “one-stop shop” for connecting students to campus resources and programs that will help in their transition to Rider. We develop programs and services that help to ensure the success of new and continuing students. Visit or contact the Transition Programs if you want to:

• Find your academic advisor
• Get connected with academic support
• Find out what’s happening on campus
• Learn about ways to get involved
• Figure out what form you need to add or withdraw from a class
• Help you work through a problem and find out who can best help you

Rider Student To Do's

We want you to maximize your college experience during your time at Rider! Please utilize the following 'To Do' lists to help you stay on track! If you have any questions or are interested in getting connected to resources that will help you to meet your personal and/or academic goals, we are here to help!

• First Year (PDF)
• Second Year (PDF)
• Junior Year (PDF)
• Senior Year (PDF)