Admitted Student Calendar
| Important Events | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Spring Semester | January 26, 2026 |
| FAFSA Priority Deadline | February 1, 2026 |
| Housing Application Opens | February 2, 2026 |
| Candidate’s Reply Date (Tuition and Housing Deposits Due) | May 1, 2026 |
| Housing Accommodations Deadline (Medical Requests) | May 1, 2026 |
| Room Assignments | June, 2026 |
| Orientation | Summer 2026* |
| Billing | Summer 2026* |
| New Student Move In | Early September 2026* |
| Start of Fall Semester | September 9, 2026 |
Orientation is mandatory for new students. Please visit rider.edu/orientation to sign up. Placement testing should be completed prior to orientation.
View the detailed Housing and Room Selection timeline at rider.edu/new-student-housing-process.
*Dates may be subject to change. Please check back for updates.
Important Campus Contacts
View and/or download our list of Campus Contacts for admitted students and their families.