Admissions

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First-Year Admissions

When you’re a Bronc, you have the support to follow your drive and the freedom to explore your options. There are so many possibilities ahead. All you have to do is take the first step with us.

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Transfer Admissions

We know learning is deeply personal, and everyone’s path through education is bound to take a few unexpected turns. Here’s how to transfer your credits and continue moving forward.

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Graduate Admissions

Education doesn't follow a single path, and neither do careers. Pursue your interests toward new opportunities at Rider with 50+ graduate degrees and certificate programs.

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International Admissions

Broncs hail from all over, bringing diverse voices to our welcoming community. You’ll be close to major American cities and scenic destinations as well as new friends and mentors.

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Pre-College Programs

High school students can take a step toward achieving their academic and artistic goals in Rider's pre-college summer programs, plus earn a $2,000 annually-renewable scholarship.

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Continuing Education

Don’t just go back to school, propel yourself forward at Rider. We understand that an education takes flexibility, so our programs are made to meet the needs of busy adult learners.

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Keep Making Progress

J-term Winter and Summer Sessions

Catch up and graduate on time, get ahead and graduate sooner—or simply enrich your education—with accelerated winter and summer courses.

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Veterans and Military

We’re a Yellow Ribbon school, proud to provide veterans with the programs and funding to realize your goals. Our support services make navigating your benefits and planning your education easy.

Military-Friendly School

University Partnerships

Our programs are built to fit the lives of busy professionals so—with reduced tuition for eligible employees of university partners—going back to school is more convenient and affordable than ever.

Partner Tuition Benefits

Why Rider?

Rider University ranks on U.S. News and World Report's Best Colleges list and the Wall Street Journal's Top U.S. College list.

100+

Career-ready majors and minors to choose from

11:1

Student-faculty ratio means your professors know your name

$84.7M

awarded by Rider in scholarships & financial aid annually

1 in 4

students is first generation so everyone can feel at home

60K

graduates in our alumni network

9 in 10

Broncs are employed, in grad school or volunteering one year after graduation

Get to Know Us

Undergraduate Virtual Tours

See Rider's 280-acre Lawrenceville, NJ campus and get to know our vibrant community by registering for a virtual tour. Speak with a student tour guide and an admissions counselor, plus view our favorite spots on campus.

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Transfer Instant Decision Days

Schedule just 30 minutes with a Rider transfer counselor for an instant admission decision and an on-the-spot scholarship award – plus a review of the next steps needed to become a Bronc. See for yourself how we can help you to reach your goals.

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Graduate Admissions Appointments

Request a one-on-one virtual appointment with a Graduate Admissions counselor to discuss the application process, financial aid options and how to obtain a graduate assistantship or graduate scholarship.

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Virtual Tour

Discover all that Rider University has to offer and what it means to be a Bronc. See our vibrant campus from anywhere by taking a 360 immersive tour or exploring our interactive map.

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