Rider Means Results

Where your potential becomes a plan

At Rider University, we deliver more than a degree. We offer transformative experiences that shape who you are and where you’re headed. Through rigorous academics, real-world learning, and strong corporate partnerships, our students gain the skills, confidence, and direction to succeed.

Career Preparation That Changes Lives

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Rider students follow a personalized path that combines academic excellence, Engaged Learning experiences and dedicated career support. According to our latest First Destination Report, 90% of bachelor’s degree recipients were employed, pursuing graduate studies, volunteering, or serving in the military within one year of graduation. That’s 9 out of 10 students, transformed by a Rider education and already making their mark.

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Where Our Graduates Go

The impact of a Rider education is visible in the paths our graduates take, across industries and around the world. Here are just a few of their recent destinations.

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In the News

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Rider alumnus rescues nearly 200 people in Texas flood

Scott Ruskan ’21 lauded as ‘American hero’ for first official rescue mission

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Rider alumni honored among NJ’s top educator graduates

Sophia Caparas '25 and Emilie Beals '25 received this year’s Distinguished Clinical Intern Award

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Community spirit drives new owner of a local favorite business

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Alumni Stories

Our alumni network is full of bold thinkers, compassionate leaders, and changemakers — all transformed by their time at Rider.

Marquay Mayo

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Marquay Mayo '22

Master of Arts in Athletic Leadership

“The athletic leadership program played a huge role in my growth as a coach and a leader.”

Karla Lopez-Rosa

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Karla Lopez-Rosa '23

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a dual minor in homeland security and Spanish

“I came to Rider from a very under-resourced high school, but everyone here made sure that that never got in my way.”

Michael Swinehart

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Matt Swinehart '24

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) in Accounting with a minor in business analytics, Master of Accountancy (MAcc)

“Being at Rider allowed me to be part of and help lead some great student organizations that greatly bolstered what I learned in the classroom.”

Maddie Caccavale

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Maddie Caccavale '23

Bachelor of Arts in Arts and Entertainment Industries Management

“My professors fostered my personal and professional growth within the arts and entertainment industries management program from day one.”

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Andrew Jemas '16

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

"Rider’s small class sizes allowed my professors to give me the extra attention that I needed, which allowed me to develop the skills that I needed to pursue my passion.”

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Bri Barone '23

Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education and English

“At Rider, I found my home, my family and a chance for new beginnings to a bright future.”

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Sam Haines '23

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

"Rider taught me to feel confident in asking questions. The faculty care about your success and will guide you in the right direction."

Sanjana Butala

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Sanjana Butala '23

Bachelor of Science in Biology

“Rider taught me that taking the road less traveled can bring you to incredible destinations.”

Khawar Ahmed ‘21

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Khawar Murad Ahmed '21

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

“Because Rider is a smaller school, I found that seeking help from my professors was extremely easy, and that also allowed me to form close relationships with them.”