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

Scott Ruskan

Rider alumnus rescues nearly 200 people in Texas flood

Scott Ruskan ’21 lauded as ‘American hero’ for first official rescue mission

Sophia Caparas

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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

Patrick Jones ’18 takes over Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs in Lawrence

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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.

Clinton Asante-Addo ’24

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From the NFL to MLB: Clinton Asante-Addo '24

An internship with the Giants leads to a full-time role with the Mets

C. Opal Moore '21

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C. Opal Moore '21

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences , Chemistry minor

“Balancing work, studies, and personal happiness is essential."

Colleen Ritter

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Colleen Ritter '24

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences , Chemistry minor

“Take every opportunity presented to you and actively seek connections with your professors and classmates.”

Gabriella Banyacski

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Gabriella Banyacski '24

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences

“Take advantage of every opportunity and don’t be afraid to ask for help."

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Kaylee Ettinger '22

Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television

"Participating in Rider’s Semester in Los Angeles program helped me to narrow down exactly what I wanted to do post-graduate."

Claire Corliss

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Claire Corliss '24

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Ed.S. in School Psychology

“I have had so many opportunities to grow and shine because of Rider.”

Karam Choudhary

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Karam Choudhary '21

Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

“As soon as I became a Bronc, I knew I could achieve my American dream.”

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Zaire Cone '23

Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Psychology, Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education

“When I became a graduate assistant at Rider’s Counseling Center, I was able to make a difference at the school and in my personal life.”

Demi Banchs

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Demi Banchs '22

Ed.S. in Counseling Services, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling , Certification in life and career coaching

"I am forever grateful to Rider for providing me with the soil needed to sustain life and provide my foundation as a therapist."