Motivated high school students can take a step toward achieving their academic and artistic goals by attending a Rider University Pre-College Summer Program. Explore your interests in business, dance, filmmaking, game design, media, theatre and more. You have the option to enroll for enrichment or for credit. Best of all, students who successfully complete a Rider University Pre-College Summer Program prior to applying for admission to Rider may be eligible for a $2,000 annually renewable scholarship!
Based on ongoing state and federal recommendations to reduce the spread of coronavirus, Rider University has moved to remote and alternative instruction for Summer 2020. We are committed to providing the same quality programming in an exciting new format. For programs continuing virtually, all class instruction with Rider faculty, masterclass sessions and materials will be provided.
Unfortunately, due to the on-campus resources, equipment, and/or minimum software requirements, a selection of courses cannot be organized remotely and have been canceled. We very much hope to see you next year.
Young entrepreneurs explore the start-up process, understand the genesis of business concepts, devise marketing strategies, identify sources of customers and anticipate potential challenges and solutions.
Experience in-the-field, play-by-play sideline reporting, conduct on-camera interviews and engage in press conference simulations with Rider's Division 1 players and coaches. Get hands-on and create a professional reel of work.
Explore the richness of the dance world with faculty from Rider and the Princeton Ballet School. Experience the rigor of a collegiate dance program, ranging from dance performance to technical theatre to dance science and more.
Go behind the scenes in all aspects of backstage work, including technical aspects, stage management and theatre design. Work with and learn from Rider’s professional and distinguished faculty and award-winning guest artists.
Develop a playable game that can be shared with family and friends. Work with industry-standard software and learn the basics of digital design and game logic programming, including system design, digital art and interaction design.
Thrive as a triple threat performer by refining your skills in singing, acting and dancing. Receive professional theatre training by working with and learning from renowned faculty in a nurturing yet challenging environment.
Gain behind-the-scenes experience in the news broadcasting and journalism arena. Learn professional reporting, interviewing, social media and photography skills—and create a professional reel of work.
A 360-degree vantage point of how you can best capture your talent on film. Train in on-camera acting while acquiring essential background knowledge from behind the lens. Create and produce a showreel of your work.
A hands on and exciting approach to making live music. Get a true feel for what playing in an actual pop/rock band entails, including working with others to learn pop-rock songs and perform in a live group setting.
Wondering what to bring, what to wear, where to go? Get ready for next summer with our Pre-College Programs residential prep guide for students and parents. We can't wait to see you!