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.

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Ryan John '13

Music Education, B.M.

“I was perpetually impressed by the quality of education and instruction that I received while I was at Westminster.”

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Jack D'Addario '17

Finance, B.S.B.A.

“Rider’s educational and social environment provided me with the foundations of the work ethic that I have today.”

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Sleyker Tarifa '22

Accounting B.S.B.A.

“Rider University opened the door for me to continue my education.”

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Colleen Roberts '14

Musical Theatre, B.F.A

“A school where the professors care so much that they even remember prospective students that they met briefly years before."

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Mike Hernandez '23

Sport Management

“Without a doubt, Rider has given me the opportunities and guidance I wanted plus more.”

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Dr. Katherine Vroman

“Rider really prioritizes relationship building and connecting with students.”

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Stuart Kovacs '13

Radio & Podcasting, B.A.

“Rider's ability to give a strong education as well as immediate hands-on experience at The Bronc is unmatched.”

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Olivia Dunleavy '24

Music Education, B.M., Piano, B.M.

"Community creates bonds, and those bonds allow for friendships and for individuals to grow.”

Joey Jingoli

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Joey Jingoli '20

Liberal Studies, B.A., Psychology (minor), Applied Social Science (concentration)

"I am proud to call myself a Rider University graduate."