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Apply to Rider today by using our convenient online application. Find your program below for specific application requirements.

Readmission: If you have completed a Rider University graduate degree and wish to apply to another program, please complete the online application for admission below.

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Steps to Apply

Please submit the following to complete your application:

  • Online application for graduate study
  • A statement of aims and objectives (minimum one page)
  • Official transcripts from every college or university attended submitted directly from the institution. A bachelor's degree is required for full admission to a graduate program. You may be admitted conditionally pending receipt of your degree.
  • Two professional letters of recommendation
  • Current resume
  • Personal interview by invitation of faculty
  • Rolling Admission: Recommended deadlines are August 1 (fall) and April 1 (summer)

Recommended Deadlines

Graduate ProgramFall EntrySpring EntrySummer Entry
Applied Psychology (M.A.)Aug. 1N/A*April 1

*Not Applicable: Students are not admitted to these terms.

International Applicants and Non-native English Speakers

In addition to the above requirements, international transcripts may need to be evaluated by a NACES member organization.

Non-native English speakers and those who have completed their undergraduate degrees in a non-English speaking countries are required to submit Proof of English proficiency in the form of one of the following:

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 
    • Rider University’s TOEFL Code: 2758
    • Minimum Score: PBT 540, iBT 79
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
    • Minimum Score: 6.5
    • PTE (Pearson Test of English academic)
    • Minimum Score: 53
  • International Test of English Proficiency (ITEP)
    • Minimum Score: 3.9
  • Trinity Integrated Skills in English II (ISE II)
    • Minimum Score: Pass
  • Duolingo
    • Minimum Score: 100

This requirement may be waived for students attending International schools. For more information, e-mail [email protected].

Students with scores below the university's minimum requirements will be considered for conditional admission through Rider's English Language Institute.

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